Reddit mentions of pureSOL Konjac Sponge - Activated Charcoal - Facial Sponge, 100% Natural Sponge, Eco-Friendly - Great for Acne, Exfoliating

No problem.

I had some issues where I kept changing something in it and messing all my progress up. Been doing much better now that I realized I was the problem. Seems like a lot in writing, but it really isn't much.
__
AM:

• Wash hands
  
  
• Wash face with Cetaphil gentle skin cleanser gently using kojac sponge
  
  
• Pat dry with washcloth
  
  
• Apply Thayers Rose Petal Witch Hazel with Aloe Vera with a cotton square/circle
  
  
• After shaking to mix, pat on CeraVe Moisturizing Cream to which I had previously added almost .5 fl oz/15mL of 100% pure tea tree oil. (I think I read that it should be no more than 10% tea tree oil.) Last time I used Now tea tree oil but I have also used Jason.
  
  
• Wait a while and sunscreen before going out, added to help scarring. Not sure if the one I had been using was good for my skin though so I won't put a brand here.
  
  I mainly use the kojac sponge because it cuts down on me picking the flacky skin off my face which tended to be the gateway to me picking acne or peeling off scabs.
  
  __
  
  PM:
  
  (I do my face wash last step in the shower even though places tend to recommend against it because of the heat; if I turned up the heat a lot during my shower, I turn it down to wash my face. It seemed to me that I used more heat in the sink after showering since my hands can stand heat better than the rest of my body.)
  
  
• Wash face and neck with Hado Labo Rohto Gokujyn Hyaluronic Acid Cleansing Foam (Harsher so I prefer it at night.)
  
  
• Pat dry with towel before drying any other part of my body. (I go face, hair, upper back, rest of me and don't lay a towel on my back after showering since that seemed to cause acne.)
  
  
• Apply Thayers Rose Petal Witch Hazel with Aloe Vera with a cotton square/circle
  
  
• After shaking to mix, pat on Differin Gel
  
  
• Pat on same CeraVe Moisturizing Cream as above to face and neck.
  
  __
  Shower details:
  
  I use shampoo/conditioner that doesn't contain sulfates. I know my one friend realized that sulfates in her shampoo were likely what was causing her back to break out. I use this which is expensive but it lasts me a year even though I tend to overuse it.
  
  I also wash in the following order: shampoo, conditioner (leave in), private areas with water, wash my hands with my body soap (Dr. Bronner's), then my shoulders/back before any other part since that seemed to cut down on back acne as well. Last, in order, I wash my armpits, groin (not the inside of genitals, I mean my groin pit?? [Where my leg bends] I cover my genitals to keep soap out of that area.), feet. Then I rinse out the conditioner and do my face wash routine.
  
  Edit: Also forgot to mention that I avoid letting soap sit on my skin. Trial and error seems to show that that causes me to breakout as well so I rinse it off as I go.
  
  I don't change my pillowcase every night but I flip them. I have two pillows I sleep on and I sleep once on each before changing the pillowcase.
  ____
  
  I would definitely recommend changing one thing or adding one thing at a time and patch testing if you can.
  __
  
  ETA: If your acne is severe, I'd still recommend a dermatologist when you can go. Or maybe talking to your primary doctor even. My HRT prescriber, for my acne, prescribed me Doxycycline and Tretinoin at one point. I don't use either, currently, but you can try using a non-dermatologist if you don't have any other option.
  
  Edit2: Clarified some minor things.

You need a cleanser. I have had this issue for ever, I'm 22 now and this issue was worse with catridge razors for me.

Essentially, my face is extremely sensitive (like many) below the chin. It is there that irritation is most likely and will cause these whiteheads to pop up.

The way I shaved was only half the problem. Before switching to DE shaving I figured it was just a skin issue. As such I tried numerous ways to clean my face, as well as ways to get rid of acne. The answer was never an acne solution, rather it was finding the right way to clean my face.

Since my face is sensitive, I cannot use things like washcloths or pads. These are too abrasive and exacerbate my redness and dryness. Instead I use a [Konjac Sponge] (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00JL2TURM?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s01) with activated charcoal as my cleansing pad.

Then I needed to find the right cleanser. I cannot use anything with abrasive beads, or products that are too drying. The cleanser that has worked fantastically for me, but is a little pricey, is Ursa Major Fantastic. It is non drying, all natural ingredients and leaves my face looking really clean as well as feeling cool and not dried out.

This cleanser improved the issue SUBSTANTIALLY. Soon after discovering this cleanser I decided to switch to DE. Now, I am able to perform a 2-3 pass shave with my Parker 24C, The Blades Grim Satin Tipped Brush, and soap of choice with little irritation. I follow this up with a cleanse, aftershave, and then a balm.

Hope this helps.

I'm going to suggest buying yourself a charcoal Konjac sponge (I prefer Pure Sol), and the Cerave Foaming Cleanser. At night, I use makeup towelettes to remove my waterproof mascara/eye makeup (I'm not a fan of using oil or liquid based makeup removers on my eyes, so the towelettes work just fine for me), then I cleanse with those two. After that, I just do my normal moisturizing routine. Oh, and I'm combo, too! Hope that helps. :]

For the sponge, you would recommend this:
https://www.amazon.com/pureSOL-Konjac-Facial-Sponge-Activated/dp/B00JL2TURM/ref=sr_1_7_s_it?s=beauty&rps=1&ie=UTF8&qid=1502503168&sr=1-7&keywords=konjac+sponge&refinements=p_85%3A2470955011

And the link below would be used after my cleanser?
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00OZ63ODA/ref=s9_acsd_hps_bw_c_x_7_w

I bought this one on Amazon. I hear they have them cheaper at Asian stores or beauty supply stores. But they supposedly last 3 months so saving $5 was not of importance to me.

Recently brought a bunch of new products and wasn't sure if I'm using them in the right order. So I appreciate it if anyone can chime in on if I'm doing it correctly or if I should add anything else to my lineup. My daily routine goes as follow:

AM:

• Etude House Acne Foam Cleaner/Konjac Sponge
  
• Etude House Wonder Pore Freshner
  
• Etude House Wonder Pore Tightening Essence
  
• MISSHA Time Revolution The First Treatment Essence
  
• Paula's Choice Clear Acne Treatment 2.5% Benzoyl Peroxide
  
• MIZON Black Snail All In One Cream
  
• MIZON Snail Recovery Gel Cream
  
• Shiseido SENKA Sunscreen SPF50/Biore UV Aqua Rich Watery Gel SPF50
  
  PM:
  
  
• Etude House Acne Foam Cleaner/Konjac Sponge
  
• Stridex Daily Care Acne Pads (BHA)
  
• Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 8% AHA Gel Exofoliant
  
• Etude House Wonder Pore Freshner
  
• Etude House Wonder Pore Tightening Essence
  
• MISSHA Time Revolution The First Treatment Essence
  
• Paula's Choice Clear Acne Treatment 2.5% Benzoyl Peroxide
  
• MIZON Black Snail All In One Cream
  
• MIZON Snail Recovery Gel Cream
  
  Thanks for reading!

Honestly, I just bought this one because it comes with a plastic hook and it was on a flash sale. I don't know if this is life changing, but it hasn't broke me out. I'm honestly not sure if it's any different from the cheap $1 ones on eBay or any of the other ones on the market.

I prefer the charcoal because I feel like the white ones you can see the 'yuck'. I also like the circle shape compared to the teardrop shape. I have a better grip with the circle shape. I also feel the teardrop is too flat for my liking.

Honestly, the best trick is to make sure it's well wet before using. I keep one of those cheap containers, add some water and let it soak before using.

Here's one

You must be an Amazon Prime Member & logged into your account to see/get the deal. Currently at 20% deal claimed. I'm sure there's other deals as well, so hurry hurry!

Edit to Add:

Not AB, but I know people use this one on the sub: [Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 8% AHA Gel Exfoliant] (https://www.amazon.com/Paulas-Choice-Perfecting-Exfoliant-Chamomile/dp/B00949CO66) for $19.99. Currently at 75% claimed.

Konjac Sponges, not sure if these are a real deal, as I don't know the current going prices of these type of sponges, but just in case you prefer one of these brands: pureSOL Konjac Facial Sponge for $6 - 7. Currently at 37% claimed. Julep Charcoal Konjac Sponge for $7.80 at checkout. No deadline with this one, but the 35% discount is added during checkout.