vermilion

vermilion border

The zone of the skin that surrounds a lip and is colored red due to thin epithelium and presence of eleidin.

Type Organ
Parent Structure zone of skin
Latin Name vermilion border
FMA ID 59824

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the vermilion?
The zone of the skin that surrounds a lip and is colored red due to thin epithelium and presence of eleidin.
What is the Latin name for the vermilion?
The Latin name for the vermilion is vermilion border.

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