And I have to rave…

Seriously, I have had nothing but trouble with my skin since the first part of summer. It’s hormonal, I suspect, and I’m sure y’all can relate, no? But whatever the cause, I CANNOT BELIEVE the change in my skin since I started using this line. It’s amazing.

You know, someone once told me, “It’s not what you put on your skin that makes it break out. It’s what you leave on your skin.” Translation: Unless you are allergic to a specific ingredient in a makeup, it’s not the makeup itself that makes you break out. It’s the fact that you didn’t wash it off well enough that makes you break out. Hmmm.

So, with that in mind, your main quest should be to find a cleanser that will strip away all the dirt, oil, makeup and other assorted gunk that sinks into your precious pores each day. Without stripping away your skin’s essential oils. The Clean & Clear Deep Action line does just that.

This new line comes in a formula for everyone, and all are completely oil-free.

There is the Cream Cleanser, Cleansing Gel, and Exfoliating Scrub.

I’ve been using the Exfoliating Scrub in the shower at night, because I found that if I used it in the morning, as I applied my makeup, I’d be dealing with the little cleansing beads that I somehow didn’t rinse away well enough. So I use that one in the shower to be sure all the beads are washed from my skin.

In the morning, I use the Cream Cleanser. All of these products have such an invigorating scent and leave your skin feeling so fresh, so clean, and so tingly. It wakes you right up in the morning, for sure. I swear, without this stuff, I’d be sauntering through my morning half-asleep.

I haven’t yet tried the Cleansing Gel because I like the others so much, but when I run out of the the Cream Cleanser, I’ll give it a whirl. It gets fab reviews on Drugstore.com, though.

Bottom line: If you’re looking for a cleanser that cleans your skin deeply and leaves you feeling fresh and ready to tackle the day (and you don’t want to spend a fortune on it!), look no further than the new Clean & Clear Deep Action line. I promise, it will not disappoint.

Images: Drugstore.com

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Using a random number generator from Random.org, the number 15 was selected. And since Laddie’s comment was the 15th comment for the Teen Style Lounge / Clean & Clear contest, she wins the whole prize package, worth over $200!

Assuming she claims her prize within the next 48 hours (as per the official rules), she gets everything you see in this photo. Hooray!

Thanks so much to all who entered. You guys were such great sports, I wish I could’ve given this prize out to each and every one of you!!

But…stay tuned for even more contests in the near future. Teen Style Lounge is where it’s at for fall!

UPDATE: The fabulous Laddie has, in fact, claimed her prize. So thanks once more to all who entered. Hopefully next time you’ll get your chance!

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Just head over to this post and follow the simple directions. Entries close tonight at 11:59 p.m. Eastern time.

GOOD LUCK!!!

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Win Over $200 in Goodies from Clean & Clear!

Just a reminder – if great skin is on your “must-have” list this fall, be sure to enter the Teen Style Lounge/Clean & Clear contest, where over $200 in skin care products, plus a super cute laptop bag and a flash drive are up for grabs.

Remember, you only have until Sunday, September 21 at 11:59 pm to enter, so head on over and follow the simple instructions. Good luck!

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Win Over $200 in Goodies from Clean & Clear!

Contest time once again, everyone, and this time the stakes are higher than ever. As in over $200 worth!!

Here’s the scoop:

Recently, the killer teen movie, American Mall, was aired on MTV and released on DVD. It’s fab and sure to be a big hit.

Lucky me, I was invited to attend the premiere of the movie in Hollywood, but unlucky me, wasn’t able to attend. HOWEVER, the good folks at Clean & Clear still sent me one of the very same swag bags they were giving out at the premiere…to give TO YOU!

Filled to the brim with Clean & Clear products, the prize includes a super cool laptop/tote bag by Nanda. Totally cute and totally practical. Love it! Here’s what you’ll find inside:

• Mimobot Core Series 2 USB Flash Drive
• Clean & Clear Advantage Acne Control Kit
• Brand New Blackhead Eraser + Medicated Pads
• Oil-Absorbing Sheets
• Advantage Invisible Acne Patch
• Deep Action Refreshing Gel Cleanser
• Deep Action Cream Cleanser
• Deep Action Exfoliating Scrub
• Blackhead Clearing Scrub
• Persa-Gel 10 Acne Medication
• SOFT Moisturizer for Night
• SOFT Moisturizer for Day with SPF 15
• SOFT Purifying Cleanser Scrub
• SOFT In-Shower Facial

So wow, how’s that for a stocked beauty cabinet? Everything you need for gorgeous, healthy Back-to-School skin is right here!!

How to win this awesome prize? Easy. Follow these simple instructions:

1. Find the name of at least ONE of the main characters in the movie American Mall.
2. Send an email to me at liberty@b5media.com with the character’s name, your name, your email address, and the name you’ll be leaving a comment on the blog under.
3. Come to this post and leave a comment telling me you answered the question (DO NOT leave the answer in the comments section – please send a private email so that others can’t cheat).
4. Be sure to remember to come back and leave a comment since that is how I will select the winner!!!
5. Cross your fingers that you’re the winner!

Easy, right? Entries will be accepted from now until Sunday, September 21, 2008 at 11:59pm Eastern time. Available to US residents only, please. A winner will be drawn at random and announced on Monday, September 22. At that time, the winner will have 48 hours to claim their prize or a new winner will be selected. Any questions, feel free to email me or leave a comment here.

Good Luck and remember to grab some friends and catch American Mall if you haven’t seen it yet!

* A special thank you goes out to the fabulous folks at Clean & Clear for sponsoring this prize. Be sure to visit their site for the latest in skin care developments and available products.

** This prize is currently in my possession and will be shipped to the winner as soon as I hear from them.

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From the creators behind “High School Musical,” the “American Mall” features a soon to be all-star cast involved in the age old story of a teenage love triangle. Combining the fun of young love, shopping, and the power of music – the “American Mall” is the most highly anticipated teen movie premiere and summer DVD release this year!

Sounds like fun, doesn’t it? You can catch in on MTV tonight at 9PM ET/PT. The DVD and soundtrack will be released tomorrow, Tuesday, August 12.

And I have one more thing to entice you into watching this flick…

I was actually invited to the premiere of this movie in LA (no, I am NOT kidding, I swear to Gawd!) Although I couldn’t attend for logistical reasons (waaaaah!) I was still treated to a big old swag bag full of Clean & Clear skin care products to give to one of you readers.

So…tonight I want you to watch the movie. Tomorrow, I will launch a contest on this site to win that swag bag. You will need to answer a question from the movie to enter to win, so be sure to pay attention. Official contest rules will be posted tomorrow. Until then, enjoy the movie, and rock out at The American Mall!

Images used with permission

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Ever dream of being famous? Well, yeah, who hasn’t?!?

Well this might be your big chance. If you’ve got a birthday coming up and you live in Canada, you might be the one to snag all this:

* One unforgettable party bash for up to 30 -50 guests, with an MTV DJ on hand to spin all your party faves

* An MTV camera crew covering your rockin’ party and broadcasting it on their web site

Also cool? Even if you don’t win the gig, you might snag one of the $1,000 cash prizes drawn every Monday for several weeks.

How to register? Head to Flirt with Fame and sign yourself up. Good luck, party girl!! =)

Contest brought to you by MTV and Clean & Clear

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For some oddball reason, you guys are total slackers when it comes to winning free stuff! Crazy!! ;P

My Clean & Clear SOFT In-Shower Facial Contest was supposed to end Sunday, but since there were not even 20 entries (wha?!?!), I’m feeling kind enough to extend the registry deadline until Friday, July 11 at 11:59 pm Eastern. Nice, huh?

All you have to do to be eligible to win this fabulous product is leave me a comment at the original contest post telling me why YOU should be the one to snag this stuff. There are going to be a whopping 20 winners, so your chances are pretty awesome.

Interested? Then, go! Go comment with a valid email address and get ready for some amazingly beautiful skin! Bon chance!

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So to support this great skin movement, check out this sweet contest I’m running!

Clean & Clear Soft In-Shower Facial

Up for grabs: The Brand New Clean & Clear SOFT In-Shower Facial

The first time I tried this, I was hooked! How easy – a facial right there in your shower! The steam is what takes this from “cleanser” to a deep, purifying treatment. Hot water allows the solution’s ingredients to deeply cleanse your pores while infusing moisture into your skin – both key components of a soft, healthy complexion. Leaving this treatment on for at least one minute, then massaging the exfoliating beads into your skin, removes pore-clogging dead skin cells and extracts impurities. The Facial also leaves behind a specially formulated moisturizing complex that will leave your skin soft, supple, and protected from environmental free radicals. All this in one easy product!!

So now that I have you dying for this awesome stuff, let me tell you how you can get yours:

Leave me a comment on why YOU should be one of the lucky winners of this awesome facial. Entries will be accepted until Sunday, July 6, 2008 at 11:59pm Eastern Time. Out of all qualified entries (please leave a valid email address and a real, intelligent comment), 20 winners will be chosen at random. I’ll then need to you forward me your shipping info and viola! You’re on your way to beautiful skin.

So get to it. Enter to win your Clean & Clear SOFT In-Shower Facial today! Bon chance!

*Product image from Drugstore.com

*Contest open to US residents only

**For more on the fabulous sights (and particularly smells) of summer, be sure to visit our July Blog of the Month, The Scented Life.

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A fabulous summer cleanser, the Morning Burst Shine Control Facial Cleanser, is oil-free (oh so important during those steamy summer months), comes equipped with bursting beads packed with energy and vitamins, and smells all citrus-y and fresh – guaranteed to wake you up after last night’s all-hours movie fest.

Clean & Clear Morning Burst Shine Control Cleanser, $6.49

Enhanced with lemongrass and fruit extracts, this cleanser does the job removing dirt, oil and impurities, but also manages to leave your skin shine-free all day. Hallelujah for that!

And at only six and a half bucks, this cleanser is a steal. WTG, Clean & Clear.

Need a little extra shine control this summer? Try the Clean & Clear Morning Burst Oil Absorbing Sheets, too!

Image: Drugstore.com

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