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EPISODE · Jan 7, 2026 · 11 MIN

Why Is My Skin Oily?

from STEM with Dr. Owl · host Orbital Owl

💦 Have you ever looked in the mirror and wondered why your nose is shiny? Or why hair gets greasy if you don't wash it? Join Dr. Owl, Emma, and a very slippery Ziggy as they investigate the tiny, invisible "factories" hiding inside your skin! In this episode, we discover that the oil on your face isn't just dirt—it's actually a special superpower called "Sebum" that acts like a waterproof shield. Don't forget to sign up for our email list to get useful science materials and fun at-home experiments at orbitalowl.com! Learning Connection Learning Connection: NGSS DCI: LS1.A – Structure and Function (How external body parts help animals survive).

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