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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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    April 06, 2010

    OMG Haul: NARS Sheer Glow, Cream Blush & Loreal Liner

    Yup, I finally got the famous, or infamous NARS Sheer Glow foundation.

    A little short background story of how I got to have these items.  Basically, I got them from Kas who got them from Iris from Rouge Deluxe, and so, I paid for these items, and I am just really grateful to both girls for this little haul.

    I have swatched these items, and I will reserve all my raves/ comments etc etc when I have more time to 'digest' the products over the weekend.  Despite this, I will still join Michelle (icefrost)'s upcoming NARS spree in May.  I am lemming some more blush, eyeshadow duo, loose powder, and if I lurve this Sheer Glow, I might order a backup.

    The color got for the foundation is Deauville (a light neutral color, neither very pink or yellow).  I have used the powder foundation before in Deauville, so I felt safe to get the same color in the liquid foundation.     And I got the cream blusher in Penny Lane, which Lollipop26 bought after she heard raves about it.  And the description of this color is a nude pink.  I have high hopes for NARS cream blush, as the multiple orgasm stick I have is very powdery cream, and easy to work with.

    Honestly, I don't know what to expect from the Sheer Glow foundation.  I have already found my HG in the Estee Lauder double wear, and I don't have high hopes for the Sheer Glow in the long wearing department.  I am curious to see how it wears on my skin, and throughout the day though, and to see if it is really worth all that HYPE.

    That glittery nail color on my finger is LA GIRLS OVERDOSED.  Dupe for OPI's Mad as a Hatter??

    And I got a backup of the US version of the Loreal super liner in carbon black.  I noticed it is not as black as the UK version, as shown in the pictures. Nonethless, I really like this as a liquid liner.  :)

    The US one has gold letters,while the UK one has blue letters.

    This has been a very exciting little haul for me... and do keep posted for my reviews, and comments about the NARS products which I just bought.. maybe it might give you some idea on what to 'spree' from NARS?  Oh dang.  Is it too much to hope that the 3rd sephora to open in SG will carry NARS???