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If You Don't Get 80% On This Skin-Care Quiz You Need To Rethink Your Habits

[Ceramides](http://dictionary.webmd.com/ceramides) are lipids (or fats) that hold the skin together and allow it to retain moisture.

As a rule of thumb, water temperature should be [right down the middle](http://www.vogue.com.au/beauty/skin/should+you+be+using+hot+or+cold+water+on+your+skinr,33141) — not too hot and not too cold!

WHAT IS THE BEST TEMPERATURE FOR  
WASHING YOUR FACE?

You should be applying some sort of sunscreen to your skin each day before you go outside. Even on cloudy days, [80% of UV rays](https://www.aad.org/media/stats/prevention-and-care/sunscreen-faqs) can penetrate your skin.

A best practice when it comes to your skin-care routine is: [cleanse, tone, and moisturize](http://www.livestrong.com/article/322250-how-to-properly-cleanse-tone-moisturize-facial-skin/).

Aggressively wiping your skin after cleansing can irritate your skin. [Blotting or patting](http://www.wikihow.com/Dry-Yourself-After-a-Shower) gently will avoid any unnecessary irritation.

SHOULD YOU WIPE  
OR PAT YOUR  
SKIN DRY  
AFTER CLEANING?  


Even if you have overactive sebaceous glands, you [don’t want to strip away](http://health.howstuffworks.com/skin-care/moisturizing/tips/5-tips-for-moisturizing-oily-skin.htm) the layers that give you your healthy oils. Using moisturizer keeps your skin hydrated and healthy!

IF YOU HAVE  
OILY SKIN,  
SHOULD YOU STILL MOISTURIZE?  


Your pillowcase can be home to excess dirt and oils. Some experts recommend changing your pillowcase [every three days](http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2015/07/31/pillowcase-acne-beauty-myth_n_4372709.html).

WHAT SHOULD  
EVERYONE CHANGE  
SO THEIR SKIN  
STAYS HEALTHY?  


[Consistent exfoliation](https://www.glamour.com/story/whats-the-deal-with-exfoliatin) can strip your skin of its natural oil, cause irritation, and actually accelerate the aging process.

Applying your moisturizer in a circular motion helps transfer nutrients and [stimulate your circulation](http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2015/05/14/how-to-apply-face-moisturizer_n_7264760.html).

HOW SHOULD  
YOU APPLY  
YOUR MOISTURIZER?  


The stratum corneum is a layer in your epidermis, and [50% of it is made up of ceramides](http://www.jlr.org/content/48/12/2531) keeping the molecules together.

WHAT LAYER  
OF SKIN DO  
CERAMIDES PROTECT?  


Not the best, but hey, maybe this is your chance to start studying up on what skin-care routine works best for you!

You know a good deal about taking care of your skin, but there’s definitely some room for improvement. Dive in and learn more about giving your skin a healthy boost!

You’re a pro when it comes to taking care of your skin! From top to bottom and inside out, you are a skin-care guru who knows what’s up!

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If You Don't Get 80% On This Skin-Care Quiz You Need To Rethink Your Habits

Cleansing is the first step to healthy and radiant skin! Check out CeraVe's ceramide technology, which contains three essential ceramides to help lock in your skin’s natural moisture!

If You Don't Get 80% On This Skin-Care Quiz You Need To Rethink Your Habits

Cleansing is the first step to healthy and radiant skin! Check out CeraVe's ceramide technology, which contains three essential ceramides to help lock in your skin’s natural moisture!

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