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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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    January 27, 2012

    Nails Story: Deborah Lippmann & Lady Gaga "Edge of Glory" Nail Lacquer Set [Photos & Swatches]

    When I first saw news of this Deborah Lippmann nail polish duo on Karla Sugar, I knew somehow, I had to get it.  Thankfully, the duo is on sale for USD$29 (original price is USD$40). Unfortunately, it is only exclusively available at Barneys.com, which happens to ship to most countries (the shipping fee is quite insane!!!!) .  I managed to round up a few girls to purchase this too, so we could share the shipping (stil expensive, but to a level were we can justify the purchase).  I was very happy when the package arrived within a week.

    This is truly a nail polish collector's item - I love Lady Gaga, and I love Deborah Lippmann, so when they come together in the form of a gorgeous nail polish set, I MUST have it.

    The box that the polishes come in is a super cute black box with very cool graphic.

    The duo consists of a black creme nail polish, and a holographic flakey topcoat.  The flakey topcoat has predominantly red and blue flakes, and somehow they also have a green/ yello sheen.  I also spotted a few glitter bits.  My pictures do not capture all the complex goodness of these topcoat.  I have my whole range of Inglot flakies and a few Essie topcoats, but no dupes at all for this special topcoat.

    The black creme nail polish is very smooth, and super black without any purple/ green undertones.  2 even coats gave perfect jet black payoff.

    Lots of photos and swatches below:

     

    That's all and thank you for looking!

     

     

    posted by
    1/27/12

    love this combi!


    posted by
    1/27/12

    Loooveee! X


    posted by
    1/27/12

    So pretty! They look like stage lights in the dark!


    posted by
    1/27/12

    The Glitter top coat is Stunning! Reminds me a little of the finger paint special effects flake glitter top coat collection I saw online =) Very nice combination!


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