The hypodermal adipose tissue is able to store lipids in the form of triglycerides by a process of lipogenesis and then release them in the form of fatty acids and glycerol by a process of lipolysis. If disequilibrium occurs in the body between the processes of lipogenesis and lipolysis, the volume and the number of adipocytes may increase. Excessive development of the adipose mass may then translate into modifications in the appearance of the skin or even evolve into an overweight condition of the individual.
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