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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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    June 17, 2010

    Nails Story: Sephora by OPI Swatch Fest!

    Hi Hi, just want to share some swatches of the recent Sephora by OPI nail polish which I got.

     

    Two of the colors, Havana Dreams and Rumba Romance are from their summer collection, Havana Nights, which features several blue/  teal shades, one bronze and one hot orange color.

    First, we have Rumba Romance, which is a bronzy shimmer.   The consistency of this shimmery nail polish is very good...as in I just need to apply 2 coats for a decent coverage.  You can apply a thin coat over another color for a glittery topcoat, but this color can hold its own too.

    And the next one is Havana Dreams, which is a pale sky blue.  You need 3 even coats to make the color true opaque.  I thought of OPI What's with the Cattitude, and compared them side by side too.  Cattitude is more opaque and darker.  So, they aren't dupes.

    Next we have 2 colors which are so similar, and I got them simply because of the website description and the names.  Hahaha.

    First one is Shopping Frenzy--- which pretty much sums up my motto.  LOL.  And it is described as an electric fuschia.   I love the bluish/ purple sheen (note: not shimmer, not glitter).  And the consistency of this nail polish is amazing.  Seriously.  So easy to apply and the color just shows up true to how it looks in the bottle.   If MAC Azalea blush is a nail polish this would be it.

    And last but not least, It's all about Me.  It is described as a muted hot pink.  Muted and hot sounds super contradictory, and this is a right on description of the color.

    That's all, and if you have the chance do try out this range of nail polish (beyond the Metro Chic) which everyone grabs for.  They are a little pricy at USD9 but texture, quality and brush is worth the price IMO.

    Thanks for looking!

    posted by
    6/17/10

    I like It's All About Me!


    posted by
    6/17/10

    I second Mya! Loving It's All About Me! Laughing out loud


    posted by
    6/17/10

    i like shopping frenzy Smiling


    posted by
    6/17/10

    babe the first photo the colours look OK then when u put on ur nails, KAZAAAM!!! super nice la!


    6/17/10

    Sarah - yup I am particularly impressed by the RUmba Romance and Shopping Frenzy! Smiling Really Kazaaaam! LOL


    posted by
    6/17/10

    shopping frenzy!!!!


    posted by
    6/17/10

    Shopping Frenzy is just so pretty! Loving the bluish/ purple sheen too!


    posted by
    6/17/10

    I can see myself having rumba romance on my nails for a friend's wedding dinner. Arrrghhh!


    posted by
    6/17/10

    Rumba Romance was so Bling!!! And I like What's with the Cattitude!


    posted by
    6/22/10

    I'm not usually attracted to reds but the blue-ish sheen on Shopping Frenzy is pretty!


    posted by
    6/30/10

    Rumba Romance looks amazing in the picture!!


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