Smaller «between» cells called desmosomes join adjacent cells together to form a strong, sturdy structure, which prevents large molecules from passing through. (novaholisticjournal.com)
SV = Secretory vesicle; RER = Rough endoplasmic reticulum; BM = Basement membrane; MFG = Milk fat globule; CLD = Cytoplasmic lipid droplet; N = Nucleus; PC = Plasma cell; FDA = Fat - depleted adipocyte; TJ = Tight junction; GJ = Gap junction; D = Desmosome; ME = Myoepithelial cell. (emedicine.medscape.com)
When your stratum corneum loses moisture, when TEWL increases, enzyme production is inhibited and desmosome activity remains stubbornly high. (supernaturalacnetreatment.com)