MICROANATOMY

Detailed explanation-1: -Sebaceous glands are located in the mid-dermis and almost always develop alongside a hair follicle, with an outlet emptying into the follicular canal. This association is known as the pilosebaceous unit.

Detailed explanation-2: -Sebaceous glands are holocrine glands found over the entire surface of the body except the palms, soles and dorsum of the feet. They are largest and most concentrated in the face and scalp where they are the sites of origin of acne (Fig.

Detailed explanation-3: -Sebaceous glands (holocrine) produce an oily secretion that keeps the skin soft and pliable and helps to retain moisture, thereby helping to maintain hydration.

Detailed explanation-4: -Your dermis contains collagen and elastin, which help make your dermis thick and supportive of your skin’s overall structure. All of your connective tissues, nerve endings, sweat glands, oil glands and hair follicles exist in your dermis.