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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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    May 09, 2010

    LOTD: Subtle Smokey Eyes with MAC Melon Pigment, and a few more goodies!!

     

    This my LOTD.  I love the combination of eyeshadows here.   I applied MAC Melon Pigment (thanks to Kas for giving me a sample!) all over the lids using my Sonia Kasuk brush (after I primed my lids with TFSI).  Then I used my MAC 226 brush to apply MAC Buckwheat e/s on both the outer and inner corner.  I blended everything with a MAC 224 brush, so you can't really see the different patches of colours.  But the end results is a subtle smokey eyes.

    Since this is for work, and I just slap on the liner, and left out the lashes.

    I am also liking my new lipstick combination!!  A nice nude peachy coral shade.   I am using Illamasqua Sonnet Lipstick (which is matte and a little drying), and Maquillage's PK715 on top for a subtle sheen.

    And I also like my cheeks combindation!!  I used MAC's Joie-du-Voire (whatever the spelling) cream blush, and then MAC Instant Chic on top.

    I used a new face primer in this entry, but I shall ramble about all that in a later entry this week.  I think I should even do weekly favourite products!  Cos I rotate my stuff so much, my faves change all the time.  I might also do a more detailed step-by-step entry for this LOTD (no promises! I realised whenever I 'promise' I always end up not blogging about it! Opps!)

    And I twittered about  my nails last night, a few of us (Kim, Sarah, Amy) we were all twittering about our nail colors and designs, so I thought I would post a couple of picturs here.

    I use OPI Black Onyx as base, and the Majorca Majorca glitter polish which I got from the door gift bag (from the event I went to last week).

    Love this combi, as I have not done a French Tip in a long time -- too lazy.

    I am totally lemming this pair of shades (by Grey Ant).  I think it is USD$280+ Yay, or Nay?  Kinda reminds me of the Prada ones, but I tried them at the store before, the Prada shades don't fit my face good.

    Ok, I hope you enjoyed this LOTD entry, and thanks for reading!

    posted by
    5/09/10

    The first photo looks so classy :DD

    nice nude lipstick . Smiling)


    posted by
    5/09/10

    ooh. i love the LOTD! everything from the eyes to the blush to the lips to the nails! ^^


    posted by
    5/09/10

    loving the lips combo! Smiling


    posted by
    5/09/10

    i likey the nails! Smiling


    posted by
    5/10/10

    Love the nails~ =)


    posted by
    5/10/10

    I love the nails ^^


    5/10/10

    Thanks, everyone! Smiling
    I like this LOTD too.
    The nails are lovely, but I most likely will change colors by tomorrow. LOL.


    posted by
    5/10/10

    The nails are pretty! Eye-wink


    posted by
    5/10/10

    Really like the lipstick shade! And the nails are pretty, aww changing them so soon?


    5/10/10

    Sara--- I can't stay faithful to a nail color for long! LOL


    posted by
    5/10/10

    I Loveee melon pigment over a dark base like blackground paint pot, or skinny jeans cream shadow by benefit. It looks so pretty! Love your LOTD especially the NAILS!!! Smiling


    5/10/10

    kxbaybay - thanks for the tips, will try that out! Smiling Thanks girl!


    posted by
    5/10/10

    Love melon pigment and nice nails!!!! =)


    posted by
    5/10/10

    OH..now I know why you keep thinking about the shade!! It's so Chic!!!


    posted by
    5/10/10

    love that Illamasqua lippie..


    posted by
    5/10/10

    !! i love your nails!!!


    posted by
    5/15/10

    Love the blurred pic coz it shows off the holo glitter!


    posted by
    5/19/10

    I have been lemming for the grey ant 'status' sunnies since I saw them on bryanboy last year! on several occasions, I had *almost* click the checkout button but stopped myself lol. You should really check out DVB sunnies too, they sit real well on asian faces and look retro chic ! I have recently scored a lime candy stripe pair which I love to bits! hehe


    posted by
    5/19/10

    the shades look good, but they seem to rest on the cheeks in the picture u posted... plus we asians don't have that high nose bridge... what a bummer. do update and tell us if u bought it anyway!


    posted by
    6/27/10

    love your nails!! GLAM Laughing out loud


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