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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.

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I am not a makeup artist, nor do I have any professional training in makeup.

 

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    May 28, 2012

    Smokey LOTD with MUFE Aqua Shadows [with step-by-step pictures]

    I did a quick look with the new MUFE Aqua Shadows - they are quite easy to work with - but you must work fast.  Apply and blend as you go. The best way to use them is to blend with your fingertips, like how I have done in this LOTD.  I then use a clean dense brush to blend the edges for a more clean look.  The colors are intense, and to give the blended aqua shadows a more finished look, I dusted a bit of eyeshadow over to set the look.

    Here are the colors I used:

    step by step pictures:

    1. apply 32E and 28E on the browbone and blend out for a subtle shimmery finish

    2. apply 6E on the lids, and blend as you go - blend this up all the way to the crease

    3. use a clean brush to blend out the edges (crease area)

    4. use an eyeshadow to set the look [I used MAC's Parrot eyeshadow in case anyone is wondering]

    5. finishing touches - apply the black liner, slap on the falsies, line the lower eyes, give some inner corner highlight with 32E

    the complete whole look

    a scary half face shot!

    the colors look a little messy in the step by step, but when you see the overall look,

    it's all good, and makes my eyes look twice as big which is always a good thing

    all products used

    base - misha bb cream on t-zone, Giorgio Armani Face Fabric 01 all over the face, did not set with powder

    concealer - cle de peau Ivory

    cheeks - MUFE Mat Bronze, Giorgio Armani Sheer Blush 05

    eyes - MUFE eyeshadow primer, the rest as mentioned above in the steps

    lips - MUFE rouge artist natural No5  --- beautiful nude shade for my skintone!!!!


     

    Hope this has been helpful...

     

    That's all, and thanks for reading!

    posted by
    5/28/12

    Wow! The color is really intense. Love the nude lipstick!!! Gorgeous Smiling


    posted by
    5/28/12

    Love the look that you created and it really does enhance your eyes!


    5/28/12

    Gorgeous look! And your hair is looking really healthy and lovely too.


    5/28/12

    She Shops Makeup & Icyabstract - thank you!! @tracysbeautyblogsphere - Thanks!! Shiny hair thanks to me using Lush BIG shampoo that day! Hehe. Smiling


    posted by
    5/29/12

    Beautiful completed look! May I know what does step 4 refer to?


    posted by
    5/29/12

    very pretty as always Smiling


    posted by
    5/30/12

    Lovely look! You make bold colours look so effortlessly wearable


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