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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.

Where to find me

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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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    July 19, 2012

    Nails Story: My Picks from Essie Summer 2012 [Photos & Swatches]

    Hi hi!

    I picked 3 colours from the Essie Summer 2012 Collection - I was instantly drawn to the bright baby blue!  The other two colors, I had to think quite a bit about making the purchase, finally onlin swatches and reviews won me over.  

    The formula on all three are excellent.  Two coats gave me perfect colour payoff. 

    Bikini so Teeny - a pale periwinkle creamy blue.  It has very very fine blue shimmer bits, which you can't really see after applying on your nails.   It might streak or give some bald spots, but a careful and even paint job will give you the most perfect pop of pale pastel blue.  AMAZING. 

    Mojito Madness - a bright green that isn't too kiddy.  It dries a shade darker than the color in the bottle.  The formula is amazing, it is a one coater, though I applied two coats for these swatches. 

    All Tied Up - looks a little odd in this collection of creamy brights.  A dusty rosey color with very fine gold coppery shimmer bits.  Very very beautiful, and wearable for all occasions.  Again another one coater, but I applied two coats for swatching purposes. 

    I am wearing Butter London basecoat and a coat of Seche Vite topcoat and 2 coats of color in between.

    I always buy my Essies from Tammy (LINK LINK LINK)  best best best place to buy Essies locally, and her prices are extremely reasonable. 

    Swatches & Photos! 

    Bikini so Teeny! 

    Mojito Madness

    All Tied Up

    Love all three shades I picked!  

    I also purchased a fourth bottle (not from the same collection)... not quite feeling the colour, so I am not featuring it in this entry.

     It might go into the next blogsale! 

    Hope these swatches have been helpful!  Thank you for reading!

     

    posted by
    7/19/12

    I like All Tied Up!!
    Very beautiful especially the golden sheen =)


    posted by
    7/19/12

    I like how Bikini so Teeny look on your skintone!! Prettttttttttyyyyyyyyyy Smiling


    posted by
    7/19/12

    So jealous you can pull off Mojito Madness! It's such a beautiful bright green! Reminds me of a ketupat... Lol!


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