All systems work together; in order to maintain and support the conditions that cells, tissues and organs need to function properly. Each organ system has an important function in the body. There is one system that is not as well known as the others; it is the integumentary system. Most people know about the organs of the integumentary system, but they do not know that these organs work together to form this system. The integumentary system is composed of the skin and related structures, which include hair, nails, sensory receptors, and glands (Shier, Butler, & Lewis, 2009). This system has an important function as it provides protection to the body, helps maintain body temperature, and contains sensory receptors (p.117). The skin has essential functions such as regulating homeostasis and body temperature, also delaying the loss of water from deeper tissues, storing sensory receptors, synthesizing biomechanical elements, and discharging waste from the body (p.117). The skin has two layers: the epidermis (outer layer) and the dermis (inner layer) (p.117). There is also a subcutaneous layer or hypodermis (p.117). According to Shier, Butler, and Lewis 2009 “as the name indicates, this layer is under the skin and not a true skin layer” (p.117). This layer contains the blood vessels that supply the skin (p.117). The epidermis, which is the outer layer of the skin, is composed of four to five layers in some parts (Shier, Butler, & Lewis, 2009). In most areas only four layers can be distinguished: stratum basal, stratum spinosum, stratum granulosum, and stratum corneum (p. 119). Another layer is the lucid layer which is found in the thickest part of the skin of the palms and... in the middle of the paper... and is also very affected in people with albinism. People with albinism usually wait until sunset to go out and do some of these activities. Some individuals with albinism have problems with emotional regulation skills that are primarily affected by how society reacts to their appearance. We have no control over the genes we inherit or the disabilities that may occur, which is why it is important that society is educated about the function of our organ systems. For example the integumentary system which is not as well known as the others, but plays an important role in maintaining homeostasis, regulating body temperature and keeping hair and skin soft. We all have flaws and disabilities to some extent, which is why it is important to be aware and understand these differences and how our bodies work, so that we can live and help others live more productive lives.