Describes the composition and function of the human skin and the inner linings of the body as well as such animal coverings as feathers, furs, and scales.
A basic guide to skin and nail care, including healthy habits, sun protection, and personal hygiene, as well as products to buy or make, manicures for every mood, and ideas for a spa party to pamper oneself and one's friends.
Explains the sense of touch including information on the function of the skin, how the body measures and feels temperatures, how it responds to pain, and the sensitivity of whiskers.
Text, photographs, and illustrations discuss gross aspects of the human body, focusing on the skin and discussing itches, head lice, dandruff, sunburn, heat rash, allergies, chicken pox, warts, and athlete's foot.