Hypodermis: The Deepest Layer of the Skin You Need to Know About
Hypodermis: The Deepest Layer of the Skin You Need to Know About
The last layer of the skin is the hypodermis, or subcutaneous fat. It is the deepest level of the skin and plays a crucial role not only in aesthetics but also in the health of the body.
The main function of the hypodermis is to store fat tissue (lipids). Fat serves as a strategic energy reserve that the body uses when resources are scarce. In addition, subcutaneous fat acts as a heat insulator, helping to maintain a stable body temperature and protecting us from hypothermia.
Hypoderm also:
▪️ mitigates mechanical effects and protects internal structures
▪️ participates in hormonal metabolism
▪️ provides skin mobility relative to muscles and fascia
▪️ affects body contours and skin quality
The thickness of the hypoderm is individual and depends on gender, age, genetics, hormone levels, and lifestyle. This layer largely determines how the skin reacts to weight fluctuations, aging, and external influences.