Clarisonic

Since I've made 2013 the year that I finally clear up my skin, I've pulled out all the stops when it comes to my face washing regimen, including joining the Clarisonic cult. But the brush head is where all the magic happens, and Clarisonic's Acne Cleansing Brush Head ($25) might very well be a miracle worker. The velvet-smooth bristles slough off dead skin cells, and the sonic movements work to release clogged pores, leaving you with a face that's smoother, clearer, and more receptive to your acne medication. Almost immediately my skin was noticeably clearer, and when I do break out, you better believe those suckers clear up in two days or less. Acne sufferers, you'll want to start sipping this Kool-Aid.

Countless praises have been sung for Clarisonic, the cult-favorite sonic skin cleansing brush. But until now, the acne-addled haven't had a version that targets their complexion condition. Enter the newest incarnation of the Mia 2 brush and salicylic acid-infused cleanser ($169), which aims to keep blemishes at bay. We gave the brush a spin (courtesy of public relations), and like the original, it removes the dirt and makeup that doesn't always come off through washing by hands alone. The new brush head ($25) is softer than the original, though, and it's especially gentle for anyone who's experiencing stubborn blackheads or painful nodules. While no product will produce flawless skin overnight, with consistent use, having clearer skin may only be a matter of time.

Those who are seriously into skin care know all about face brushes (or face robots, as we like to call them). These electronic gizmos promise to remove more dirt, gently exfoliate, and pave the path to better skin. Which one will suit you best? We've tested three, so read on for our rundown.

Do you love Ryan Gosling? Have you been in the market for a new Clarisonic? Then honey, have I got a deal for you. Right now, Charitybuzz is auctioning off a Clarisonic Hope Mia signed by none other than Mr. Blue Valentine himself. The lot doesn't close until Feb. 28, so you have plenty of time to put in your bid.

The total proceeds from the auction will go to Look Good . . . Feel Better, a nonprofit that "helps women with cancer look good, improve their self-esteem, and thereby manage their treatment and recovery with greater confidence."

It's a great cause, and just think about having Ryan whirring gently against your cheek each morning and night. If you're somehow not into the Gos (it's apostasy, but whatever), there are also currently auctions for a bunch of other cool signed Clarisonics from Lady Gaga, Nicole Richie, and Zoe Saldana, among others.

It's the holiday season, and we're getting in the spirit with 15 days of amazing giveaways! Every day one of the PopSugar Network sites (plus our sister sites Fashionologie, ShopStyle, and PopSugar's FreshGuide) will feature a new giveaway. Pop is giving away a $2,500 shopping spree to Shopbop.com; Geek is going with an HP Envy laptop; and Fit's featuring a $1,000 gift card from New Balance. Here on Bella, we're giving away 10 limited-edition Clarisonic Hope Mias to 10 very lucky readers! As you know, we're big fans of the product but that's not all – the design of the Hope Mia is inspired by the Look Good... Feel Better “Hope is Beautiful” public service campaign, and $15 from every Clarisonic Hope Mia sold will be donated to the program. So you can look good and be charitable at the same time!

To enter, all you have to do is "Like" BellaSugar and Clarisonic on Facebook, and then comment on Bella's Facebook wall telling us what beautiful skin means to you. How easy is that? Check out the official rules here. The Clarisonic Mia giveaway is only open for a week, so act now! Also, you won't want to miss any of our other fabulous giveaways, so stay tuned every day and enter them all. Good luck and happy holidays.