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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

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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    February 25, 2012

    Nails Story: Two Colors from OPI Holland Collection [Swatches & Comparisons]

    Hi hi!

    I was good and only picked two colors from the latest OPI Holland collection.   I got a nude and a blue with some gold glassy looking specks --- super pretty, and I am very very happy with my purchase!  (and let's face it, I also picked them based on their cheeky names)

    The light blue is I don't give a RotterDam, and the nude is Did you 'ear about Van Gogh

    I ordered mine from Nail Vibe (link here!)

    And since I only got two colors, I am also link you to Ommorphia's beauty bar for swatches and review of the full collection -- there are some pretty cool wicked shimmering shades in this extensive collection.

    the cremes review & swatches

    the shimmers review & swatches

     

    Photos & swatches:

    I am very pleasantly suprised and impressed by how nicely the gold specks are showing up on my fingers.  I am currently wearing I Have A Herring Problem on my toes from a pedicure session, but I can't help but feel like the color look a little dull after a few days.  But this lighter and fresher blue is much glossier IMO.

    And this is did you 'ear about Van Gogh, which might look greyish nude or a very cool toned nude... it is super creamy and almost a one-coater.  Applying two thin coats would be perfect.

    (don't ask  me why I need so many shades of pinks and nudes and everything in between -- they are my weakness!)

    Some comparisons - no dupes, I think.

     

    What did you pick up from this collection, and which are your fave?

     

     

    Thanks for looking!

     

     

     

     

     

    posted by
    2/25/12

    I've a weakness for nudes too. Smiling and did you 'ear about Van Gogh looks gorgeous!!


    posted by
    2/25/12

    I'm surprised at how beautiful I Don't Give a RotterDam swatches, those gold flecks do show up very nicely!


    posted by Anonymous
    2/25/12

    Hi, love your nail polish collections... started on OPI as well. quick question, where did you buy the round thing which display all the nail polish colours? tks!


    posted by BellePlusMel
    2/25/12

    the van gogh polish is amazing


    posted by
    2/26/12

    nudes my fav too!! (:


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