After doing the test and reading the book, I've changed my whole routine and so far my skin is much improved after less than a week. Less dry, less red, overall feels much much better.

I do have some mild acne, small whiteheads with irritation around them, which I understand may just be due to my skin being so comprimised by the old products I was using.

For anyone who had a similar situation, about how long does it take for the acne to clear up? Or for you to know that the acne isn't clearing up and maybe switching out one product at a time to see what makes a difference? I'm okay with being patient, just want to know when to say let's try something new!

And thanks for all of the help so far, it's been great.