sebáceo
1. relating to or containing sebum; produced by sebaceous glands
The sebaceous glands in the skin produce oil to keep it moisturized.
As glândulas sebáceas na pele produzem óleo para mantê-la hidratada.
2. having the nature or consistency of tallow or fat; fatty or greasy in composition
Sebaceous cysts are common benign growths filled with keratin and sebum.
Os cistos sebáceos são crescimentos benignos comuns preenchidos com queratina e sebo.
3. of or relating to sebum secretion; oily in nature
People with sebaceous skin types often struggle with acne.
Pessoas com tipos de pele sebácea frequentemente lutam contra acne.
The term 'sebaceous' is primarily used in medical, dermatological, and cosmetic contexts in both Brazil and the USA. It is especially relevant in discussions about skincare, acne treatment, and dermatological conditions. In Brazil, understanding sebaceous activity is important for the booming cosmetic industry, while in the USA it's commonly encountered in dermatology clinics and skincare marketing.
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