Outline the major accessory organs associated with the integumentary system and present the major identifying characteristics of theseFinally, let’s discuss body modifications and how they affect the skin.

The skin and its accessory structures is an amazing organ. We choose to paint, stain, inject, scrap, tan, bleach and engage in a variety of other social/cultural practices to modify the integumentary system. This week we are going to examine the functions of the skin and how the cells that are part of this system contribute to homeostasis in spite of our social practices. Identify the various classes of cells that comprise the integumentary system and then present at least one role for each of the cells you describe.Outline the major accessory organs associated with the integumentary system and present the major identifying characteristics of theseFinally, let’s discuss body modifications and how they affect the skin. Present pro’s and con’s concerning at least one of the body modifications below. Be sure to present health concerns (both short term as well as long term) of the modification. The modifications listed below are not meant to be an exhaustive list, but just an overview of some of the topics you can discuss:tanning (natural, salons, sprays and stains)tattoos (permanent vs henna; skin vs eye sclera)makeuphair treatments (color, curl, straighten)implantation of objects (through or within)various skin rejuvenation practices (giant industry!)