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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.

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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.

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

 

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    August 11, 2009

    Gaga rambling and some tips wanted

    Hi hi!!

    PART ONE

    So, I am kind of excited, because I am finally going to the Lady Gaga Concert TOMORROW!!!!

    First question: What to wear??!!

    I am thinking of just wearing a simple white tee, with either denim shorts or my leggings.  Then I will just wear a load of accessories, and also carry a little sling bag.  Comfort is of importance here, it's going to be a free standing, wave your arms in the air kind of event.  I think I will pack tissues, wet wipes, bring my cell phone and loads of cash (for cab, drinks etc etc), hair clips.  And that's all.

    Make up??  Hmmm I might break out some crazy wacky lashes, but it depends on the time I have to get ready, cos I have work til 5pm tomorrow... and I kind of want to be there by 7.30pm.  Dang!

    Please advise on what to wear???  And I promise lotsa of pictures - unless photography is not allowed.

    PART TWO

    And this is a makeup casualty.  Yes, this is my MAC blot powder, which is practically brand new, but of course you can see here, it is broken into 3829034780240 pieces.  ARGH.  What the heck happened?  My bro who was carrying my bag when it happened.  Somehow this powder compact decide to fall out and drop to the FLOOR.  I heard the sickening sound of the compact as it hit the floor and saw the powder sticking out even before I opened to see the actual damage.  He had a sheepish grin on his face, and had the cheek to look remotely guity.

    There is nothing I can doo to salavge this victim eh?  I mean I can't PRESS this back together, right?  Both my bro and BF were saying OH come on, it's not as though you don't have a ton of other powders to use... MEN!!!  It's not a blusher, for goodness sake.  Must educate them on such delicate differences some day.

    Regardless, if you have any advice, let me know! Much appreciated!

     

    PART THREE

    Something I am loving, I bought this a couple of weeks back (pre makeup ban/'puasa'), it's another Burts Bee cream, I love the delicious banana hand cream so much, I had to get this almond hand cream too.  Except I slather this all over my legs.  Haha.


    I am also loving MAC's Dirty Plum blusher, which is a Pro color... it is super pigmented and the deep purple is awesome on my cheeks.  :)

     

    PART FOUR

    And... I bought a new phone over the weekend, the pics in this entry are taken with my new phone, if you follow me on Twitter, you might have already read about it, and yes, I got a Blackberry Storm, which looks something like this:

    *not MY phone this is an image I found online.

    So yes, now I can check my FB messages, twitter, onsugar updates all the time.  Yes.. I am such a slave to technology.  The best thing is this phone costs me $98 after promo prices and contract - and even that $98 I can claim.....so it's like FREE.  Yes, I am a sucker for smartphones..previous phones which I still have in storage is my E71 (don't like nokia visuals)  and of course my trusty iphone - I will still be 'loyal' to my dinosaur iphone because it is still an awesome browser and ipod -- just that it is a hassle for to upgrade my iphone because I am not a Singtel user and not intending to switch soon    :)

     

    Yup, so this is my random... kind of not makeup related update. 
    hope everyone is doing well!

     

    posted by
    8/11/09

    Photography is allowed but not videography. But trust me, rules are meant to be broken. Hehe!! And i'm so sorry about the blot powder. If i were you, i'll wack the shit out of my brother and make him pay back. Haha!!


    8/11/09

    I would love to make him pay back... but it is kind of hard to make a 15 yr old part with his money. Sticking out tongue


    posted by
    8/11/09

    Oh. He's 15? Ok. We can forget about making him pay back. Haha!!


    posted by
    8/11/09

    i think what u mentioned, sounds cool enough (ur attire n makeup)
    dont go overboard
    im sure you might spot some with the 'lightning' trademark! Eye-wink


    8/11/09

    Sarah: I am sure there will be lotsa of want to be lookalikes.... but if I were to ever copy anything I wanna try out the ridiculous bow hair thingy. hahah Smiling
    Thanks!!


    posted by
    8/11/09

    hi babe, i like your nail colour..what color did you use?


    posted by
    8/11/09

    Heyy i'm going for it too! (:

    I think your outfit sounds pretty cool! Although leggings might be a bit hott last time I went FC for a concert in covered legs i was steaming >.<

    I'm wearing a dress! Light and airy, you could consider that (:

    (i'm not wearing any makeup tho can you imagine the sweat >.<)


    posted by
    8/11/09

    i'm wearing a dress! light and airy, you might wanna consider that! (:


    8/11/09

    Makeupgeeek: Nails painted with OPI Bare it in Trafalgar Square-- LOVES this color! Sharp eyes you have! Smiling

    Raychxty: Ok, then I might consider the denim shorts option.... dress---hmmm.... *mentally* rummaging through my wardrobe now -- too much of a hassle to iron and what not. But thanks for the suggestion! Smiling


    posted by
    8/11/09

    make your brother your slave for a week. or cry lol. that's what i'd do if my brother broke any of my precious pressed powders.


    posted by
    8/11/09

    Your bro can do my housework for a week too!!! Your shattered compact reminds me of the shattered ceiling boards I saw in office today... Have fun at lady gaga... Maybe you should turn up with miss piggy soft toys all over you!!! I'm sure you'll be famous overnight!!!


    posted by
    8/11/09

    have fun at lady gaga's concert!!! sounds super fun....


    posted by
    8/11/09

    Have fun at the gaga's concert! (can't wait to see pics... if it's allow to shoot)

    Hmm... guess just smash the rest of the broken powder and use it as a loose powder. (lolx)


    8/11/09

    dee------haha if my bro clean ur house, ONE DAY is enough dont think he will last a week LOL....and the ceiling thiingy is scary -- sign that ur office is too old, structurally unsound. see u FRIDAY!!!!!!!


    8/11/09

    everbluec-- Thanks!!! Thats what my sis suggested I do too.. Smiling


    posted by
    8/11/09

    oh dude i NEARLY broke my blot powder because i was in the bathroom and it dropped all the way down, the pan came out of its casing but nothing broke! i was so happy


    posted by
    8/11/09

    omg!!! NO!!!*hands on my cheeks- Not a shattered MAC compact! Hahah! Yes we shall educate them between other powders and blotting powder. Gosh what do they ever know?

    Outfit:
    Firstly, i think what you mentioned is great! Relax outfit- tee n leggings prolly cuz u wanna be really2 comfy. If im you my make up wud def be one of ur crazy ass falsies and light make up because u will be SWEATING and sweating and sweating! Smiling

    Blot powder:
    If i am you, i personally would buy a mac sifter container, pour those poor blot powder in a big and crush it into 38947577583129192837484929012010 pieces and use it as loose blot powder. Since it very new, i would not wanna spend another $36 on another one. Keep the compact for BACK 2 MAC.

    Hope it helps hun. And im loving ur mobile! Uber cool! The new IT girl!


    posted by
    8/20/09

    This is a way to press shadows back after they're broken, maybe it works on pressed powder too (http://kandeethemakeupartist.blogspot.com/2008/12/how-to-fix-broken-eyes...)


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