The dermis contains sudoriferous glands
sebaceous glands
hair follicles of the above

Did you know that the dermis is not just a cozy home for sudoriferous glands (which help with sweating) and sebaceous glands (the ones giving you that shiny skin through oil production), but also a playground for hair follicles? These hair follicles do not just grow hair; they are also lined with a special type of muscle known as arrector pili, which contracts to make your hair stand on end – hello, goosebumps!

In everyday life, the functions of these glands work together to keep your skin healthy and functional. Did you know that when you’re hot, the sudoriferous glands ramp up sweat production to cool you down? On the flip side, the sebaceous glands keep your skin moisturized, filled with sebum that prevents it from drying out. It’s a nifty little ecosystem that works behind the scenes, balancing temperature and hydration while giving you all that necessary protection!