pilosebaceous
/ˌpaɪloʊsɪˈbeɪʃəs/
adjective
- Relating to a hair follicle and its associated oil gland.
- Each hair on your body grows from a pilosebaceous structure under the skin.
- The pilosebaceous glands produce sebum, which keeps the skin and hair moisturized.
- Acne occurs when a pilosebaceous unit becomes clogged with oil and dead skin cells.