Reddit mentions of Kyoku For Men Exfoliating Facial Scrub | Kyoku For Men Face Scrub, A Gentle Acne Treatment For Men (3.4oz) Updated Formula

I've had horrible skin for several years and picked up this routine. My skin looks amazing now! Twice a Day: Wash Face > Toner > Moisturizer (one with SP-15 in the morning and one without at night). Once to twice a week: Wash Face > Face Scrub > Face Mask > Toner > Moisturizer. Kyoku products are my favorite and are highly praised in general. Some recommendations:

• Face Wash = Kyoku Facial Cleanser
  
• Toner = Anthony Logistics Toner
  
• Moisturizer = Kyoku Moisturizer
  
• Scrub = Kyoku Exfoliating Scrub
  
• Face Mask = Mens Science Facial Mask

Hi all, just took what will hopefully become "before" pictures of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation on my cheeks. I started using Alpha Hydrox's oil-free 10% glycolic acid treatment, which banished every last one of my active pimples within a week. Since the glycolic acid is already a pretty strong solution, what are some products I can safely use to help it do its job and dissolve the PIH marks? I also have Alpha Hydrox's 2% hydroquinone spot treatment, but haven't tried using it at the same time as the glycolic acid. Another thing I've started doing is sleeping with a clean washcloth on my pillow, which I suspect will be a major help since the side with more dark spots is the side I sleep on. Any other suggestions?
Current routine (day and night):
Kyoku for men (haha) scrub with Olay spin brush
Witch hazel + tea tree oil as toner
Queen Helene mint julep mask (every other night)
Alpha Hydrox oil-free 10% glycolic acid
*Pond's face lotion (night only)
Everything in this routine I've been using for the last 2 months with the exception of the glycolic acid. I've had PIH of about this severity for at least 2 years now.

1. I did not patch test the cleanser or the moisturizer.
   
2. I have been using the cleanser/moisturizer for about 5 weeks
   
3. Up until now I had notice an improvement (though it could be due to the fact that I started washing my face in the morning and night instead of just at night around the same time as I started the cleanser/moisturizer). I have had pretty clear skin for a week or two and felt that things were going well until today.
   
   
4. I normally use a single washcloth once before cleaning them.
   
5. I forgot to mention I do use an exfoliate about twice a week but I don't think it is a chemical exfoliant. Kyoku Exfoliant Scrub
   
6. I haven't heard of oil cleansing before, I am fairly new to this subreddit. I will have to check it out.
   
7. I have tried a variety of cleansers and moisturizers with no long term success, I tried baking soda and apple cider vinegar washes before discovering it is pretty bad for your skin. I cut out dairy and sugar for two months without convincing results.
   
8. I cannot figure out what the cause of the issue is. The latest idea I have turned my focus to, is that the water I am using to wash my face could be causing issues. I have read that hard water promotes acne and that you should use purified water to wash your face. I am going to give that a try but I feel pretty exhausted about the whole ordeal.
   
9. My skin seems to be dry and feels irritated where the inflammation occurs.
   
   Thanks for taking the time to read this, I hope that helps.

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