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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.

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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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    June 04, 2012

    Dolce & Gabanna The Blusher 'Nude' [Photos, Swatches & Comparisons]

    Hi hi!

    This entry features Dolce & Gabanna the blusher in the shade Nude.  I picked this blush shade because I think it would make for a very nice neutral cheek color, and something that might even lean to the contour/ bronzer side (hence, I didn't go for the pinks, and other stronger colors).  

    The product is made in Italy, and contains 5g of product.  It comes in a black velvet pouch, and has its own little brush. The gold casing is quite luxe and sturdying to the touch. The blush itself is very smooth, and because the color is so natural, I can afford to be heavy handed in the application.  It gives me a soft peachy glow - will feature in LOTD eventually - and is very finely milled. 

    The casing, while metallic and gold, is thankfully not those shiny mirror type that attracts fingerprints like crazy. 

    You can see how soft and fine the powder is.  I guess the color is not the most out of this world unique or special (well, to be honest, no blush looks 100% unique after a while).  If you are darker than my MAC15-20 or Chanel 10 skintone, this blush might not show up too well. 

    Can you where the blush is at the back of my hand?  

    I didn't swatch it too heavily, so you have an idea of how it will look at on my face. 

    Here are some other nude type of blushes in my collection. 

    swatches

    do note that both the MAC blushes are swatched rather heavily,

    but otherwise I think MAC The Perfect Cheek (which is LE) is quite similar to D&G Nude blush. 

    Personal Style has a subtle sheen which I have never even noticed before.  Opps. 

    The Sleek blush, as you can see, is the peachiest among the four. 

    Such nude colors are best on days when you just want some natural color to your face, without clashing with a 

    strong eye or strong lip look. 

    I have a couple of D&G items for sale in this entry here, if you are keen, 

    http://retailtherapy.onsugar.com/Blog-Sale-June-2012-Lotsa-Goodies-23361...

    Hope this has been useful.. or not... thanks for reading!

    6/04/12

    You've reminded me to use MAC's Perfect Cheek - actually, D&G nude looks like a much softer and wearable shade. Are you still using the illamasqua disobey blush/bronzer/contour color? Smiling


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