Does thick skin contain hair follicles?

No, thick skin does not contain hair follicles. Thick skin is found on areas like the palms of the hands and soles of the feet, where it serves a protective function. Instead of hair follicles, thick skin has a thicker epidermis and a more pronounced stratum corneum. This type of skin also contains a higher density of sweat glands but lacks sebaceous (oil) glands.