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FAQ & DISCLAIMER

About Me

My name is Sophia, and I am in my early 30s. I am from Singapore and I am the sole writer of this blog.

About this Blog

I started this blog in 2006, I like to use a wide range of brands though I seem to have a growing preference for higher-end brands in recent years. I also like to share interesting things I have come across about makeup and beauty.

Currently The Makeup Blogette receives 39,000 unique views monthly or 2,238,932 views and counting.

My Makeup Style

I like classic looks (neutral tones on eyes, anything goes for lips & cheeks), though occasionally I try out dramatic/ statement looks.  I believe that a flawless base is the key to achieving great makeup looks.  I also believe that if you don't have great skin to start with, fake it with a good foundation routine, and even greater skincare.  I am currently loving Clarins & Lancome skincare products, and Vichy NormaDerm for tackling with breakouts.

What Cameras do I use?

Most of the pictures you see in post 2010 entries are taken with my Canon G-11.  Previously I was using Canon Ixus 80.  I do post some pictures which are taken with my iphone4 which I will state in that particular entry.  I have stopped watermarking my pictures as of 2011, because I think watermarks are ugly in general, and does not prevent people from stealing my pictures if they wish to.  I just take it as a compliment that my pictures are even worth stealing in the first place. I might look into getting a Canon EOS next year, not just for blogging purposes, but I also like photography in general.

My Favourite Makeup Brand(s)

It is hard to name just one, but I like NARS, Chanel, Illamasqua and the ocasional Guerlain, Dior & Urban Decay item.  I own quite a stash of MAC items, but recently I have stopped catching up with their collections, and I much prefer to splurge on a few really outstanding items.

Where to find me

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I have no official Facebook fan page, and currently have no intention to start one at all.  The Makeup Blogette remains my personal hobby and property, so as such, I don't believe in having a Facebook fanpage for it.

Final Disclaimer

I bought/ paid for all of the products mentioned in this blog. I am not affliated to any company. If certain products are sent to me for review purposes, I will say so and express my honest opinions about them. In any case, I will only review and showcase the products which I have personally tried and tested, and enjoy using. I do not get paid to review anything.

No ads, no paid links etc please.  I am in charge of all content and pictures here.

I am not a makeup artist, nor do I have any professional training in makeup.

 

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    January 07, 2012

    DIOR SS2012 Garden Party: Rose Glow Awakening Blush [Photos & Swatches]

    Hi hi!

    Omg!!  I knew I had to have this blush when I first saw the collection information months ago.  It is a beautiful matte pink, candy bubblegum type pink, everything about it is beautiful... and when my friend can't stop raving about it, I had to tell her to stop...or else I would lose sleep!  In the end, we both bought the blush together.  :)

    It is quite pigmented, and I actually like that it is matte.  It is also a color that suits somebody who is a shade or two darker than me, without looking chalky.

    I also love the packaging, it is the same as my Dior Aurora bronzer, in the silver compact, and the sleek transparent base.

    If you are into blushes, you need to check this out... like as soon as you can.  Before it runs out.

     

    Lots of admiring photos:

     

    How big my hand looks next to the compact!

    You can see how slightly chalky and stark it looks heavily swatched like this,

    but when applied with a brush, it gives that lovely pop of pink that managed to look healthy and glowy

    I pulled out a couple of cool-toned looking matte pinks in my stash, but you can see they run redder and darker than the Dior blush.

    and here is how it looks like on my bare skin - I just had on moisturiser and loose powder

    I love this blush!  A very worthy addition to my stash!

     

    links to what other Dior SS2012 collection items I have with me:

    Waterlily nail polish

    Forget me not nail polish

    Garden Roses palette

    Collection information & photos

     

    That's all and thanks for looking!

     

    p/s so far Tangs and Taka already have this collection out.  I believe the rest of the counters will launch 15 Jan latest.

     

     

    posted by
    1/07/12

    I like the clear portion where the brush is stored Smiling
    This blush makes Mata Hari look dull and muddy Sad


    posted by Anonymous
    4/06/12

    Sorry to say that, but you are using it wrong... It shouldn't be used too down from your apples or your whole face goes pink Sticking out tongue And i think you took the photo right after you applied it, if so, you need to wait about 10 minutes for it to adjust before you take a picture... I must say it's so natural that it won't even show in pictures like a blush would Sticking out tongue


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