Oregon Esthetician State Board

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What is the term for the entire follicle that includes the hair shaft and surrounding glands?

Hair follicle
Pilosebaceous unit
Dermal papilla
Sebaceous gland

The correct answer is: Pilosebaceous unit

The term that accurately describes the entire follicle, which encompasses the hair shaft as well as the surrounding glands, is the pilosebaceous unit. This structure consists not only of the hair follicle itself but also includes the sebaceous glands and the arrector pili muscle, which are integral in the function and maintenance of hair growth and skin health. Understanding the pilosebaceous unit is essential for estheticians, as it plays a role in various skin conditions, such as acne. In contrast, the hair follicle refers specifically to the structure that creates and supports the hair shaft and doesn't include the glands or associated structures. The dermal papilla is a small, cone-shaped structure located at the base of the hair follicle that supplies nutrients to the hair, but it does not represent the entire follicular unit. The sebaceous gland is responsible for producing oil to lubricate the hair and skin, but it is just one component of the pilosebaceous unit rather than the entire structure. This understanding is crucial for effective skin care and treatment strategies.