The Neck Regimen Perform twice per dayOptimal efficacy achieved only when followed exactly as directed.
Wash Gently (in the shower works best)
How
Why
 A. How
Dispense a generous amount of cleanser into your palm and get a good lather going. If using Acne.org Cleanser, use 1 full pump. Why
Using a generous amount of cleanser will allow you to generate a good lather. The more lather you generate, the more easily your hands will glide across your skin, thereby reducing irritation.  B. How
In the shower or at the sink, gently wash your neck for only about 5 seconds and with a gentle touch. Rinse. Why
Cleansing is necessary because it removes surface oils which allows the alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) to penetrate, but you can easily achieve this goal with bare hands and only a few seconds of washing. Washing for this short a period of time reduces irritation and is one of the most important steps in The Neck Regimen. Note: Washcloths are far too irritating and should be completely avoided.  C. How
Gently pat dry your neck. Do not rub. You may not get your skin completely dry with a towel this way, but that's ok. The remaining wetness will air dry quickly. Why
Anything which rubs, scratches, or scrubs the skin can cause irritation. Stay very gentle with your towel.  D. How
Wait 10-15 minutes until your skin is completely dry. Why
Do not begin Step 2 until your skin is completely dry. How
Why
 A. How
Wash and dry your hands. Why
This helps remove any oils that may have accumulated on your hands. Exposure to oils can aggravate acne. B. How
Dispense a generous amount (2mL) of benzoyl peroxide. If using Acne.org Treatment (2.5% benzoyl peroxide), dispense one full pump. Why
Using an extremely generous amount of benzoyl peroxide is the heart and soul of this regimen. When in doubt, use more! Note: This refers to only after you have worked up your dosage to the full amount (2mL). If you have sensitive skin, start with a small amount of benzoyl peroxide and work up the amount you use over 2-3 weeks until you are using the full amount.  C. How
Apply very gently, allowing your fingers to glide over the neck until the benzoyl peroxide is more or less absorbed. Why
Staying super gentle reduces irritation. D. How
Wait 5-15 minutes for your skin to dry. Do not rinse off the benzoyl peroxide. Why
Benzoyl peroxide oxygenates skin, and dries and peels inside the pore. It is important to give it the time it needs to properly medicate and treat acne. How
Why
A. How
Wash and dry your hands. Why
This helps remove any oils that may have accumulated on your hands. Exposure to oils can aggravate acne.  B. How
Dispense a quarter-sized dollop of alpha hydroxy acid (AHA). Why
The neck requires a lot of AHA to properly treat.  C. How
Apply very gently, allowing your fingers to glide over the neck until the AHA is more or less absorbed. Why
Staying super gentle reduces irritation. D. How
Wait for skin to dry before dressing. Why
This will allow the skin to absorb the AHA, and will prevent clothing from absorbing the AHA instead. 
Tips
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Fabric softener: Fabric softener can leave a waxy residue on clothing and while there exists no research on the topic, this theoretically may aggravate acne. Anti-static balls may be an alternative. You can google "anti-static balls" to find them. 
Alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) increases sensitivity to the sun and increases the chance of sunburn. Use a sunscreen and limit sun exposure while using alpha hydroxy acid and for a few weeks afterward.