Role of the Scalp

 The scalp is also part of the skin! What is its role?

The skin is the largest organ in our body, covering an area of about 1.6m² in adults. It accounts for 16% of our body weight, so it plays a very important role in the body. The skin has many important functions.

Functions of skin

•  It acts as a barrier to protect the body from external bacteria and ultraviolet rays.
• It excretes sweat, sebum and waste products.
• It performs a sensory function by sensing temperature and pain. It regulates body temperature.
• It supports the function of breathing through the skin (cutaneous respiration). The skin has many important jobs!