: fatty lubricant matter secreted by sebaceous glands of the skin
Examples of sebum in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the WebThe oil helps regulate sebum production on your scalp.—Brittany Loggins, Health, 26 May 2024 Dry skin is often related to the underproduction of sebum.—Holistapet, Discover Magazine, 3 Apr. 2024 Additionally, vitamin A helps with the production of sebum, which keeps hair moisturized and healthy.—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 1 Aug. 2023 Makeup removers are for removing all forms of makeup, but cleansers, which come in many forms, will help remove sweat, sebum, dirt, and impurities from your skin, says Dr. Saedi.—Iman Balagam, Vogue, 25 Jan. 2024 See all Example Sentences for sebum
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: lubricant matter that is secreted by sebaceous glands of the skin and is composed of various lipids (such as triglycerides, fatty acids, and squalene)
Androgens, such as testosterone, play a role in the development and exacerbation of acne by stimulating the production of sebum.—Isabella Tan, Dermatology Times
… the resulting production of sebum from sebaceous glands aids in lubrication, heat insulation, … antimicrobial activity, and delivery of fat-soluble antioxidants to the skin surface.—Dustin H. Marks, American Journal of Clinical Dermatology
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