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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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    July 19, 2012

    Review: Gorgeous Cosmetics Base Perfect Foundation & Eyeshadow Palette

    Hi hi!

    This will be a review entry of two Gorgeous cosmetics items.  There are a ton of stuff which I need to sit down and do a proper review of... but it is always exciting to find something I like, and have been constantly using, and excited to share!  I have really enjoyed using both, for over the past 2 weeks.  The eyeshadow palette, makes me want to slap on some eye colors every morning, because they are a dream to use. 

    Gorgeous Cosmetics are exclusively available at Zalora.Sg  [Link link link] in case you aren't aware.  I have previously featured Zalora.Sg in this entry here.

    For my swatches and introduction to Gorgeous Cosmetics, click HERE

    Firstly, we have the Gorgeous Base Perfect Liquid Foundation.  I got mine in the lightest neutral shade 1N.  

    It has a rather light texture.  It feels velvety powdery texture.  It looks rather dark at the back of my hand and even on my face, as you will see in the application step by step later.  But it settles and blends perfectly into my skintone.  

    Here's what I LOVE, yes LOVE about the foundation:

     

    • The fresh slightly citrus-y scent.  Feels great when I am blending out the foundation, and catch a whiff of the scent.  But it doesn't linger on, and didn't cause any irritation to my skin. 

    • It blends very quickly, and I usually use a buffing brush to work the foundation into my skin.  It doesn't dry too quickly so I can take my time to buff and blend the foundation. 

    • The coverage is light to medium, and I doubt you can build it up to a full coverage without streaks and patches.  I usually set my foundation with the usual Chanel loose powder, or the La Mer loose powder.

    • The finish is a satin smooth texture, which is one of my favourite features of this foundation.  It just makes me look like I have very smooth skin, and my pores look significantly soothed out. 

    • I like the consistency.  It is not the flowy liquidy type but rather a rather creamy texture.  I usually pump out one and a half glob of foundation out. 

    • It is very long-lasting, on a work day, where I sweat, and go in and out of the air-conditioned office and out into the hot humid afternoons.  I can say that I still look fresh after a long day (yes, of course, I had to dab and blot my face but after that, my skin looks good as new). 

    • I still need to blot my oily t-zone every few hours.  But I definitely don't look oily at all when I wear this foundation. 

    • It did not oxidise on me, which is another plus. 

    I really don't have anything bad to say about this foundation.  Except perhaps that initially, I wasn't too used to the pump dispenser, and I either got too much product out, or I have to make a few 'false' pumps before anything comes out.  Other than that, the product itself is of superior quality, and I really enjoy using it for a variety of occasions, and with great results.  I really recommend this foundation to those with oily complexion, and also those who want a great everyday skin perfecting foundation. 

    applying the foundation

    after blending, and before any concealer 

    Next, we have the eyeshadow palette.  To be honest, I have only constantly been using the two lightest shades in the quad.  I just slap on these two colors on my lids on a daily basis, over an eyeshadow primer.  And I love the lightest peachy brown shade. 

    What is so impressive about this quad, or at least the two colors that I have been using, is that they are a dream to apply.  There is no fallout, and the eyeshadows just blend themselves out, so smoothly, and the colors is so rich, and intense.  

    you can see the amazing texture and payoff in this picture 

    and my step by step everyday look

    I just use the same MAC217 brush to pick up the eyeshadows and blend them onto my lids.  

    I use abit of the darker brown to give some definition to the outer corners of the eyes. 

    but for an actual LOTD, I lined my eyes and put on falsies.

    I did not use any browbone highlight shade at all. 

    The eyeshadows are equally long-lasting, and there is no fading and no creasing of colors.  

    This palette is a very flattering and wearable one for me.  

    I shall attempt to do a darker smokier look using the black eyeshadow in a future LOTD, hopefully!

    I haven't gotten to use the liquid eyeliner, but if I do, I will mention my thoughts in subsequent entries.  

    On my lips, I am wearing MAC MarquiseD' lipstick, and on my cheeks, I am using Guerlain Blush G and MUFE Mat Bronze.

    Eyeliner used is Solone Black.

    Overall, these two products I got to try out did not disappoint me at all.  I truly enjoyed using them, and if you are intrigued, head on over to Zalora.Sg to check out the rest of the range (pssss... their blushes are very lovely too!) 

    Zalora.SG (shopping!)

    Zalora Singapore Facebook

    That's all, and thank you for reading!

    p/s Gorgeous Cosmetics featured here were given to me for consideration. 

    posted by
    7/19/12

    I like your penguin blouse Smiling Can wear it on National Day too Smiling


    7/19/12

    @hazel - haha, that's true! I shall do that!


    posted by
    7/19/12

    Hazel : Why you focus on the blouse?!?! lolx... anyway.. I like it too! Kekekekeke
    I also like to use that small RT brush for foundation!


    7/19/12

    @chantana - lol why you focus on the brush! haha. yes, I like the RT brushes in general for foundations... Smiling thank you!


    posted by
    7/19/12

    lolx


    posted by
    7/19/12

    I'm very impressed with the shadow swatches. So pigmented. The foundation looks very good on you, you look flawless. Were you matched with your foundation or did you try your luck? Because it is a great choice, matches your skin tone perfectly.


    7/19/12

    @Jac - thank you! Smiling I did manage to swatch two shades of the foundation - and one of them is a match. Regardless, I am usually the lightest or second lightest in almost every neutral tone foundation range which makes it easy for me to 'eyeball' my matching shade. If there are only pink and beige undertones, I would pick the beige ones, cos they will neutralise any redness on my face. Hope this helps!


    posted by
    7/19/12

    The shadows look immensely pigmented, very impressive! And they do seem very buttery and smooth, love how you paired the 2 for a simple yet defined look!


    posted by Anonymous
    7/23/12

    Hi, may I know where I can view swatches of the foundation or are they available in any shops for swatches? It looks very promising!


    7/24/12

    I have included a color chart in my feature entry, or you can check with Zalora directly if they provide any opportunities for testing! Smiling thanks!


    posted by
    7/25/12

    I was tried to do some, but I just failed. And I gived up! But I think I can have a try again. Maybe I should buy makeup tools accessories to begin.


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