11:59am UK, Sunday July 18, 2004

One of the world's most desired woman has reportedly fallen foul of a common irritation - spots.

Where once she had an enviable glow onlookers claim there are now spots.

Clearer times for star

Sources close to the 22-year-old global star claim she has embarked on a hugely unhealthy lifestyle since being forced to cancel her tour a month ago after twisting her knee.

One told the News of the World she had drinking, smoking and plumping for junk food.

An insider who saw Britney in Los Angeles told the newspaper: "She was all puffy around her eyes and had lines around her mouth.

"She's let herself go."

Britney will be hoping any facial outbreaks can either be cured or covered up by the time she marries Federline on November 20.

She has ordered a Vera Wang outfit worth 20,000 pounds for the ceremony at the Beverley Hills Hotel in front of 400 guests.