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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 5 years ago to share my love for makeup, 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, and about 1.5 million as of Nov 2011.

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

Twitter (link button above!)  Email (stated above!)  Instagram (makeup_blogette)

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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    LOTD: Trying out New Products! [Shiseido, Illamasqua & YSL]

    Hi hi!  Am about to run a couple of errands out today, and I decided to play around with several products which I received and purchased during this past week.  I will be posting haul/ swatches/ review entries in time to come.  This is just what I came up with very quickly.

    *highlighted products indicate that they are new/ given/ bought/ never been used

    All products used:

    Foundation:  Leaders Clinic SPF50/ PA+++ Mild Sunscreen & Waterproof Makeup Base, Illamasqua Skinbase 4, La Mer Powder

    ** the skinbase is very thick and smooth.  A little goes a long way, and I applied it using my fingers cos I really wanted to feel and test the texture and formula of the foundation.  The shade 4 is a good match for me, which is a light neutral undertone shade.  The finish is quite flawless after I set with powder.  Shall update with longetivity and oil control issues by the time I post my haul entry.

    Concealer: Sonia Kasuk Concealer Palette

    Lips: YSL Rouge Pur Couture 17 Rose Dahlia  [which I bought ages ago but never used nor even swatched, what was I thinking?!]

    Cheeks: Illamasqua Rumor to contour, Illamasqua Writhe bronzer used as blush [bought this about a month back but only properly used it today]

    Eyes: UDPP, Shiseido Shimmering Cream Eye Color VI305 Purple Dawn, Giorgio Armani Eyes to Kill Intense #13 Black used as liner, highlight color on the browbone is from WetNWild walking on eggshells lightest shade.

    Mascara: Anna Sui Perfect Mascara used on lower lashes (love the formula of this mascara, lengthening and volume too)

    ** I blended the Shiseido Shimmering Cream Eye Color using my Real Techniques eyeshadow brush.  Works amazingly to apply and blend smoothly.  I did not use any other eyeshadow to set this cream product.  It is gorgeous.  I also dabbed some Shiseido Shimmering Cream Eye Color WT901 Mist on the lids when I was done.

     

    What new products have you been using lately?

     

    That's all, and thanks for looking.

     

     

    Posted by the makeup blogette on August 13, 2011 at 12:00AM | Permalink | 4 Comments


    posted by
    8/13/11

    Absolutely love your lips!! I want that lipstick now! xx


    posted by
    8/13/11

    I love that shade on your lips! Very pretty! Smiling


    posted by
    8/13/11

    love the eyeshadow! it's a great purple


    posted by
    8/14/11

    Love the LOTD! I want that lipstick too! Been trying NYX products like eye primer and their matte lipsticks! So nice but the colors are quite limited! =)


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