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Is it true that white guys have an extra layer of fat between skin and muscle that other ethnic groups do not?

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Dr. Joshua Fox answered

Specializes in Dermatology

Thickness: Thickness and layers of the skin does not change significantly with ethnic groups but thickness and associated structures of the skin change significantly on which part of the body.

Dr Applebaum and 13 doctors agreed

Answered 1/5/2019

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