Author(s) Wilke K, Martin A, Terstegen L, Biel SS, et al.

Journal International journal of cosmetic science. Date of publication 2007 Jun 1;volume 29(3):169-79.

Abstract 1. Int J Cosmet Sci. 2007 Jun;29(3):169-79. doi: 10.1111/j.1467-2494.2007.00387.x. A short history of sweat gland biology. Wilke K(1), Martin A, Terstegen L, Biel SS. Author information: (1)katrin.wilke@beiersdorf.com The axilla, especially its microflora and axillary sweat glands as well as their secretions, is the main target of cosmetic compositions such as deodorants or antiperspirants. There are three types of sweat glands present in the axillary skin, namely apocrine, eccrine and apoeccrine sweat glands. Here, we provide an overview of the morphological, structural and functional characteristics of the different gland types and present techniques that allow their clear distinction. Moreover, we describe different forms of perspiration as physical reactions to external and internal stimuli. DOI: 10.1111/j.1467-2494.2007.00387.x PMID: 18489347

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