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The Acne.org Neck Regimen - light to moderate

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My light to moderate Neck Regimen contains two steps and uses over-the-counter products. While the products I use are important, it is equally important how I apply them.

You'll need a gentle cleanser and plenty of 10% alpha hydroxy acid to get started. In my experience, an alpha hydroxy product with licochalcone works best. These products, when administered using the step-by-step instructions on the following page keep my neck completely clear. When the acne on my neck was moderate to severe, I required a regimen which incorporated benzoyl peroxide in addition to alpha hydroxy acid.

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How I discovered my neck regimen

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I started getting acne on my face in middle school. By the time I was in high school it had spread to my neck. Through years of trial and error, I managed to develop a regimen for my neck that kept my acne there under complete control. I am excited to be able to share it with people so they don't have to suffer like I did.

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How my light to moderate neck regimen works

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(click here for the moderate to severe regimen)

  • neck regimen step 1

    Gentle cleanser: By removing surface oils, a gentle cleanser allows topical products to penetrate. Washing very gently is vital because it helps keep irritation in check. In neck acne, just like in facial acne, avoiding irritation is extremely important.

  • neck regimen step 2

    10% alpha hydroxy acid with licochalcone keeps my neck completely clear. Alpha hydroxy acid rapidly exfoliates the surface of the skin, which signals the skin to bring new cells to the surface. Licochalcone calms and soothes the skin. An AHA without licochalcone works for me as well, albeit not quite as well.

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