To reduce acne, one should wash skin twice per day morning and before bed. If your schedule permits wash skin again mid day or after work out if convenient and if you have access to a rest room. After washing skin, pat dry with a clean towel,us a gentle astringent, apply repairing lotion either benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid, then apply moisterizer to the entire skin area. Try both repair lotions, to determine which one gives the best results.