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Vaseline Intensive Care Lotion Promises FREE Lotion for ALL Americans if Phil Declares Six More Weeks of Cold Winter Weather PUNXSUTAWNEY, Pa., Jan. 26 /PRNewswire/ -- February 2nd is Groundhog Day, and across the country people will be waiting to see if Punxsutawney Phil will see his shadow, signaling six more weeks of winter. Most Americans dread more cold weather and the dry skin that comes with it, but moisture obsessives -- people who are obsessed with having moisturized skin -- thrive on winter because they can use more lotion. This Groundhog Day, Vaseline Intensive Care Lotion is inviting people to join the "Movement for Six More Weeks of Winter," an effort to give everyone a reason to embrace an extended winter. Vaseline has teamed up with the world's weather forecaster, Punxsutawney Phil, and if he sees his shadow on Groundhog Day, Vaseline Intensive Care will give every American the opportunity to get a free bottle of lotion to help take care of their skin during six more weeks of cold dry weather. (Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20060126/NYTH033 ) "Vaseline wants to make this winter more enjoyable for all Americans," says Srini Sripada, brand director, Vaseline Intensive Care Lotion. "As the lotion trusted by moisture obsessives everywhere, Vaseline Intensive Care Lotion hydrates and heals dry, flaky skin, providing essential moisture where skin needs it most. If Punxsutawney Phil sees his shadow on Groundhog Day, we will make sure America's skin looks and feels its best during the remaining six weeks of winter, and all year long." "We're proud to have Vaseline Intensive Care Lotion as an official sponsor of Groundhog Day this year," says Mike Johnston, a 14-year member of the Groundhog Club's Inner Circle, a group of local dignitaries responsible for carrying on the Groundhog Day tradition. "Phil has seen his shadow eight times in the past 10 years, so odds are that America will be treated to free lotion!" When Phil emerges from his burrow, there is a good chance he will catch a glimpse of his shadow, so the following tips will help America care for their skin for the rest of the winter. 1. Take a Warm Shower: Hot showers can feel soothing, but actually leave your skin feeling dry and itchy. Go for a warm shower instead and use a mild, non-drying cleansing bar or body wash. 2. Don't Be a Flake: Exfoliating allows your skin to absorb extra moisture. Twice a week while in the shower, rub your skin with a loofah or washcloth to remove dead cells, which can clog pores. 3. Develop a Devotion to Lotion: Most women moisturize their face every day, but aren't as diligent when it comes to taking care of the rest of their body. Immediately after your morning shower, apply body lotion to lock in moisture and protect skin against cold, dry weather. 4. Lights Out: Studies show that nighttime is when skin renews and repairs itself, so get plenty of sleep and wake up to renewed, healthy looking skin. 5. Pucker Up: Use a lip treatment regularly to moisturize and prevent lips from drying out. If Punxsutawney Phil sees his shadow on Groundhog Day, purchase any Vaseline Intensive Care Lotion product (10 oz. or less) and Vaseline will reimburse the full cost. To find out more, visit http://www.moistureobsessive.com/ and play a fun groundhog game. About Groundhog Day Punxsutawney Phil has been making his predictions for 120 years, ever since the town of Punxsutawney held its first Groundhog Day in 1886. Legend says he gets his longevity from taking one sip of a special "groundhog punch" every summer at the Groundhog Picnic, which magically gives him seven more years of life. The Groundhog Day tradition in Punxsutawney is maintained by the Groundhog Club's Inner Circle, a group of local dignitaries who are responsible for the care and feeding of Punxsutawney Phil and for translating Phil's forecast for his followers. About Vaseline Intensive Care Lotion Vaseline Intensive Care Lotion intensively cares for your skin, hydrating and relieving dry skin, leaving it feeling silky smooth and comfortable. With a complete line of lotions, Vaseline Intensive Care is guaranteed to meet everyone's individual needs. The Vaseline family of products can be purchased at supermarkets, drugstores, mass merchandisers and club retailers nationwide. About Unilever Unilever (NYSE:ULNYSE:UN), one of the world's largest consumer products companies, aims to add vitality to life by meeting everyday needs for nutrition, hygiene and personal care. Each day, around the world, consumers make 150 million decisions to purchase Unilever products. The company has a portfolio of brands that make people feel good, look good and get more out of life. In the United States these brands include recognized names such as: Axe, "all," Ben & Jerry's, Bertolli, Breyers, Caress, Country Crock, Degree, Dove personal care products, Hellmann's, Lipton, Knorr, Popsicle, Promise, Q-Tips, Skippy, Slim-Fast, Snuggle, Suave and Vaseline. All of the preceding brand names are registered trademarks of the Unilever Group of Companies. Dedicated to serving consumers and the communities where we live, work and play, Unilever in the United States employs more than 15,000 people in 74 office and manufacturing sites in 24 states and Puerto Rico -- generating approximately $10 billion in sales in 2004. For more information visit http://www.unileverusa.com/. CONTACT: Lauren Swartz Stacie Bright M Booth & Associates Unilever (212) 481-7000, ext. 570 (203) 625-1130 First Call Analyst: FCMN Contact: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20060126/NYTH033 http://photoarchive.ap.org/ DATASOURCE: Vaseline Intensive Care Lotion CONTACT: Lauren Swartz, M Booth & Associates, +1-212-481-7000, ext. 570, ; or Stacie Bright, Unilever, +1-203-625-1130, Web site: http://www.moistureobsessive.com/ http://www.unileverusa.com/

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