Question

What substance is secreted by sebaceous glands?

Answer 1

Sebaceous glands secrete the oily, waxy substance called sebum (Latin: fat, tallow) that is made of triglycerides, wax esters, squalene, and metabolites of fat-producing cells. Sebum lubricates the skin and hair of mammals.

Answer 2

Answer: Sebaceous glands are small glands in the skin it secretes a lubricating oily matter (sebum). This oil is sent into the hair follicles to lubricate the skin and hair.

Explanation

Sebaceous glands are connected with the hair follicles; it releases the sebum from the same pore where the hair grows. These glands are present on every surface of our skin expect on the palms, soles of the feet and bottom lips.