I don't use acne.org cleanser, I use cetaphil but the way I remove makeup is to make sure I saturate a cotton pad with Micellar Water to the point where it's dripping wet, I feel that if the cotton pad is really soaked then it isn't dragging on my skin and causing irritation. I then go ahead with the regimen. If you're wearing light makeup then you could try removing it with the cleanser or using the moisturiser but if it's heavy makeup then that may not be enough to remove it.If you can, try not to wear face makeup so that your skin has the best chance of clearing. The ingredients in makeup could cause clogged pores and the removal process can irritate the skin.