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FAQ & DISCLAIMER

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 01, 2013

    Chanel Mouche de Beaute Illuminating Powder

    Hi hi!

    One of my surprise and slightly impulsive purchase this week is the new Chanel Mouche de Beaute illuminating powder.  (12g, S$100)  It is stocked at Chanel makeup stores at Takashimaya, ION and MBS Shoppes.  My pictures of the product itself doesn't do it any justice (click here for cafemakeup's truer to life representation).  Fortunately, I think my swatches are quite 'clear' in terms of how the product looks like on skin. 

    This is part of the Cruise 2013 collection - a very small collection, and this powder is really the star of the collection.  I had always been able to pass on previous beautiful Chanel powders, but something about the texture and the color (and OF COS THE BEAUTIFUL DESIGN) just really sucked me in.  And my friend Jolyn said "it's Rose Gold!  Chanel has never done Rose Gold before!" that kind of stuck in my mind...and when I finally had the chance to swatch it in person, I was sold.  

    It is truly a beauty to look at, and I fully intend to use it. 

    It is hard to capture the actual color - it is appearing a little too warm in my pictures, to be honest. 

    The swatches show the actual color better.  There is no overspray glitter bits.  The shimmers shine more 'sparkly' in the store lighting which makes it look a lot more shimmery, but in normal 'layman' lighting, natural daylight, I find the shimmer subtle enough to impart a beautiful glowy finish to the skin.  And if you are fair like me, it also gives some color to the face, for example you can use it to touch up a blush, add some dimensional to your cheeks, instead of just applying as a highlighter. 

    It has a pale peachy tan and pink base - not the usual pale beige-y tones that most face highlighters come in.  This is what makes this product 'unique'  - though I can think of a couple of potential (other high-end) dupes in my collection to compare with. 


    A slightly blurred shot to show off the multi-colored bits.  This is truly really beautiful. 

    and one more shot: 


    The compact comes in a pouch with an elastic strap that secures the flap, and inside there is a pocket which holds the sponge tip applicator for the face.  Cafe makeup describes the powder as a 'gelee' type, so I guess that explains the sponge tip applicator.  I would prolly use a brush to pick up the product though. 


    I highly recommend you checking out this illumination powder.  You will love it. 

    Hope the swatches are helpful, and thanks for looking!

    Posted on February 01, 2013 at 11:33PM | Permalink | 2 Comments
    Filed in: chanel, makeup, Review, haul, Swatches, Chanel Mouche de Beaute Illuminating Powder, chanel cruise 2013 | Tagged with: chanel, review, makeup, haul, swatches, rose gold, chanel cruise 2013, Chanel Mouche de Beaute Illuminating Powder
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    December 12, 2012

    The YSL Rose Gold Arty Ring [and a matching manicure]


    Hi hi!

    Last Monday, Net a Porter had a random one day only free shipping on all orders, and I took the chance to place an order for the new YSL Arty Ring in rose gold hardware.  Well, it took me the whole day to decide to purchase another Arty Ring.  In the end, the rose gold and good price factors won me over.  Besides it is becoming quite a classic, no?  And the total price of what I paid for this ring from net-a-porter ends up being a good $80 cheaper than if I were to get it in the actual store in Singapore. 

    The stone itself has specks of gold in it.  The navy deep blue stone looks cool and dark depending on the angle and the lighting conditions.  I ordered mine in a size larger than my current red love Arty, so that I could wear it on my middle or index finger. 

    Here's a close up:


    And I did a manicure to match the ring - kind of look like the stone, right?   I love how it looks on my hand... the rose gold matches my skintone, and it fits my middle finger just nicely (slightly big though).  I got a size 8 btw, and my red one is size 7.  I don't really fuss about the sizing, but I always decide on a size larger than what I think I am... you can fit a bigger ring on other fingers, but there's nothing much you can do about a smaller ring. 


    Here's what I used to create the manicure - Chanel Blue Satin and OPI Man with the Golden Gun topcoat. 

    Here's a color comparison with my current red Love Arty Ring, you can really see the rose gold of the other ring.. 

    I really love my latest YSl arty ring.  I hope I don't make this into some kind of a 'collection' habit!  :o
     

    That's all, and thanks for looking!

    Posted on December 12, 2012 at 8:14AM | Permalink | 6 Comments
    Filed in: accessories, shopping, haul, ring, net a porter, YSL Arty | Tagged with: ring, shopping, accessories, haul, Net A Porter, rose gold, YSL Arty
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    June 08, 2012

    Bobbi Brown Rose Gold Shimmer Brick [Photos, Swatches & LOTD]

    Hi!

    This entry will feature the Bobbi Brown Shimmerbrick in Rose Gold.  I have been using it for the past few days in a row - this is the first Shimmerbrick that I have actually used (I have another one in my stash which is still sitting brand new, I don't know why) - but if all Shimmerbricks are like this, wow, I want more. 

    I like the Rose Gold shimmerbrick because I am able to use it as a blush and highlight, without it looking too shimmery on my face. The shimmer is obvious, but not too obnoxious.  I would compare this to some of my MAC MSFs, and the overall shade is a really lovely golden pink.  Kind of like a more pigmented and darker Porcelain Pink msf. 

    In these pictures, you can see the shimmer bits, and how they sparkle and catch the natural daylight. 

    even more beautiful in this slightly blurred shot

    I swatched the stripes in order at the back of my hand - as you can see I would use the top two stripes which are the lightest as a cheek highlight, and the three darker shades as a blush shade, and then to give an overall blended seamless look, I swirl my brush all over the compact and dust over the whole cheek area lightly.   This combination works perfectly well on me.  So if you are about the same skintone as me, you can use this as a blush.. and if you are more tanned, this would be great as a face highlight too.  

    I just use an angled fluffy brush to apply this product. 

    my LOTD - as you can see, the cheeks is radiant, and glowy, but nothing very glittery...and there is some color too. 

    all products used

    face: Missha Cho Bo Yang bb cream (neglected goodie!), Guerlain Gold Papure foundation, Chanel loose powder

    concealer: Laura Mercier secret camouflage SC-03

    lips: YSL Rouge Volupte No1 

    cheeks: Bobbi Brown Rose Gold Shimmerbrick

    eyes: NARS eyeshadow primer, Burberry Trench on browbone, Midnight Brown on lids, and Rosewood on the crease for blending upwards, Hevay Rotation marker liner, Clinique Lower Lash Mascara

    a couple more swatch pictures 

    a slightly blurred picture to show the texture and finish

     

    bottomline?  I don't know about the other Shimmerbricks, and I know there are fans of this out there, but I definitely recommend you picking up this Rose Gold one.  It is pretty awesome. 

    Hope this has been helpful, and thank you for reading.

     

     

    featured Bobbi Brown product was given to me for consideration. 

    Posted on June 08, 2012 at 8:50AM | Permalink | 4 Comments
    Filed in: Review, Bobbi Brown, Swatches, LOTD, shimmer brick, rose gold | Tagged with: review, Bobbi Brown, swatches, LOTD, rose gold, Shimmer Brick
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    January 22, 2012

    Balenciaga Giant Triple Tour Leather Bracelet [Photos & Matching Manicure!]

    It's kind of an evil purchase, when I set eyes on this lovely accessory at Bagaholic Boy's entry - the Balenciaga Giant Triple Tour Leather Bracelet.  The price is not crazy expensive and it looks very practical something that you can wear for both casual and dressy days.  It also comes in a variety of colours though you kind of need to stalk the Balenciaga store or have them call you when the stocks are in.  And it seems stocks are a little limited.

    I was not sure what colors were available at the store when I was there, I had in mind a black with rose gold metalware but this feminine lilac one Glycine is pretty too.  I might go get one more... if a nice color is available (maybe a charcoal grey?) oh well well well.  This could be  the start of something very bad.  This retails for S$290.  It also comes in three sizes to fit your wrist.

    I decided to try on a matchy manicure to welcome my latest fashion accessory.

    a messy reverse french manicure

    Rose Gold color I used is MAC Soiree and Essie Bangle Jangle

     

     

    Thank you for looking!

     

     

    Posted on January 22, 2012 at 6:20AM | Permalink | 7 Comments
    Filed in: Balenciaga Giant Triple Tour Leather Bracelet | Tagged with: Balenciaga, rose gold, Balenciaga Giant Triple Tour Leather Bracelet
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    February 12, 2011

    Collective Haul: Sleek Makeup, MAC & OPI

    Hi hi, these are a bunch of products which I purchased from Kas' recent quick Sleek makeup spree, UnderTwenty20's flea sale and one lone MAC item from the recent private MAC sale.

    Let's start with the Sleek Makeup products.  I bought the Original Palette and 2 blushes from Kas' spree, and the Sunset Palette from UnderTwenty20 (a local based blogshop stocking UD, Tarte, Sleek, LUSH and other US exclusive items).

    I am not swatching the palettes because there are 12983908123 pictures of swatches online, so you can always check them out.   The Original palette is for an upcoming giveaway.  I already own a bunch of these palettes, so the Sunset palette is just another to add to the collection. :)

    Again, there are swatches and comparisons for these blushes, we know the quality and payoff is amazing, so I am just showing some quick swatches - it would be a huge project if I were to go through my stash looking for dupes.  Let's just enjoy these in their own glory!

     

    And then Kas helped me to purchase COMFORT MSF in the recent (crazy) private MAC sale.  This was going for S$20 during the sale.

    Last item is a nail polish from the OPI Texas Collection for Spring – Summer 2011. I got this at S$12 from UnderTwenty20 's flea.

    San Tan-tonio – A “honey” of a ten-gallon tan!

    Yup.  That's all.  I really should stop hauling til my HK trip in a month!   But there is the MUFE specials (Happy Birthday Sarah!!) promotion next Saturday.  OMG!

     

    Thanks for looking!

    Posted on February 12, 2011 at 11:00PM | Permalink | 12 Comments
    Filed in: Sleek makeup, rose gold, OPI Texas collection, pomegranate blush, sunset palette, original palette, mac comfort msf | Tagged with: rose gold, Sleek makeup, OPI Texas Collection, pomegranate blush, sunset palette, original palette, mac comfort msf