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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.

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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.

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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    September 21, 2012

    Comparison of Chanel & Dior Taupe Brown Vernis

    Hi hi!

    Just a quick comparison and overview of my Chanel & Dior taupe brown nail polish.  I have accumulate a bunch of these in my stash for the past couple of years from various collections, and so I will quickly show you them side by side.

    First off, these I often find these colors very easy to wear, they might look boring to some people, but I personally think that they are more 'classic' than the typical reds and pinks.  They (like the nudes) don't clash with your outfit, and don't take unnecessary attention away from your accessories and outfit. Whenever I wear a taupe brown (browny nude/ beige) you know, the more tanned nudes, I always get compliments and questions on what shade I am wearing.  OPIs and Essies have several dupes too...but that's another story altogether. 

    The shades featured in this entry, and their availability

    1. Chanel Particuliere - Permanent

    2. Dior Trench - current season, Dior Nudeskin launch

    3. Chanel Khaki Rose - Chanel's FNO special collection from 2 years aho

    4. Dior Dune - Current season, Dior Nudeskin launch

    5. Dior Bengale - current season, from Dior Golden Jungle collection 

    6. Chanel Khaki Brun - same as Khaki Rose

    Formula on all these is fantastic, I have showed them with 2 even coats, no topcoat, and pictures are taken when the polish is semi-wet, which explains the ultra high shine. 

    First set of comparisons - the lighter browns, in particular Dior Trench and Chanel Khaki Rose.

    I had first thought that Trench and Particuliere would be a total dupe of each other.. but Trench is slightly paler.  Khaki Rose is warmer in tone.  Dior Grege (not featured) is way paler, so I didn't include in this entry.  Dior Dune is the darkest among all I am comparing.

    another angle to show you the nuances of each shade

    Just Khaki Rose & Trench.

    Second set with the darker taupe browns.   Khaki Brun contains some olive green tones, Dior Bengale is browner than Dune which looks more cool toned, even a bit of purpley undertone in shown in the pictures.  

    I think they are all different, but of course, I would consider them to be in the same family, and if you have a favourite, you defintely don't need to own all of them. 

    a last group shot!

    I hope you find this helpful....and thanks for reading!

    Posted on September 21, 2012 at 5:28PM | Permalink | 3 Comments
    Filed in: chanel, Nail Polish, Dior, brown, swatch, nude, beige, taupe, comparisons, vernis | Tagged with: chanel, nail polish, dior, beige, brown, taupe, Nude, swatch, comparisons, vernis
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    September 21, 2012

    Comparison of Chanel & Dior Taupe Brown Vernis

    Hi hi!

    Just a quick comparison and overview of my Chanel & Dior taupe brown nail polish.  I have accumulate a bunch of these in my stash for the past couple of years from various collections, and so I will quickly show you them side by side.

    First off, these I often find these colors very easy to wear, they might look boring to some people, but I personally think that they are more 'classic' than the typical reds and pinks.  They (like the nudes) don't clash with your outfit, and don't take unnecessary attention away from your accessories and outfit. Whenever I wear a taupe brown (browny nude/ beige) you know, the more tanned nudes, I always get compliments and questions on what shade I am wearing.  OPIs and Essies have several dupes too...but that's another story altogether. 

    The shades featured in this entry, and their availability

    1. Chanel Particuliere - Permanent

    2. Dior Trench - current season, Dior Nudeskin launch

    3. Chanel Khaki Rose - Chanel's FNO special collection from 2 years aho

    4. Dior Dune - Current season, Dior Nudeskin launch

    5. Dior Bengale - current season, from Dior Golden Jungle collection 

    6. Chanel Khaki Brun - same as Khaki Rose

    Formula on all these is fantastic, I have showed them with 2 even coats, no topcoat, and pictures are taken when the polish is semi-wet, which explains the ultra high shine. 

    First set of comparisons - the lighter browns, in particular Dior Trench and Chanel Khaki Rose.

    I had first thought that Trench and Particuliere would be a total dupe of each other.. but Trench is slightly paler.  Khaki Rose is warmer in tone.  Dior Grege (not featured) is way paler, so I didn't include in this entry.  Dior Dune is the darkest among all I am comparing.

    another angle to show you the nuances of each shade

    Just Khaki Rose & Trench.

    Second set with the darker taupe browns.   Khaki Brun contains some olive green tones, Dior Bengale is browner than Dune which looks more cool toned, even a bit of purpley undertone in shown in the pictures.  

    I think they are all different, but of course, I would consider them to be in the same family, and if you have a favourite, you defintely don't need to own all of them. 

    a last group shot!

    I hope you find this helpful....and thanks for reading!

    Posted on September 21, 2012 at 5:28PM | Permalink | 3 Comments
    Filed in: chanel, Nail Polish, Dior, brown, swatch, nude, beige, taupe, comparisons, vernis | Tagged with: chanel, nail polish, dior, beige, brown, taupe, Nude, swatch, comparisons, vernis
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    June 25, 2010

    Nails Story: Color Club Front Row Diva & High Society Swatches & Comparisons

    Front Row Diva is a nude-mauvey color with subtle shimmer. The formula is very nice and creamy, you only need 2 coats for opaque non streaky color.

    I am comparing it to other similar shades in my stash, but they are not dupes after I tried out the colors.  Front Row Diva is a lot lighter and more pigmented, creamier, almost.

    I thought that High Society would be one of the many greige colors which I already have (YDKJ, Metro Chic, etc etc) but it is lighter, and more along the lines of Essie's Chinchilly, except that High Society has more brown, Chinchilly is more grey.

    That's all, nothing much here, but hopefully it is useful for those who like these paley light colors that fall in between greys, browns, nudes and taupes.

    Thanks for looking!

    Posted on June 25, 2010 at 10:53PM | Permalink | 3 Comments
    Filed in: Nails, OPI, manicure, brown, nude, Essie, Color Club, taupe, makeup and beauty, greige | Tagged with: nails, manicure, brown, taupe, OPI, Nude, essie, Color Club, Makeup and Beauty, greige
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    June 25, 2010

    Nails Story: Color Club Front Row Diva & High Society Swatches & Comparisons

    Front Row Diva is a nude-mauvey color with subtle shimmer. The formula is very nice and creamy, you only need 2 coats for opaque non streaky color.

    I am comparing it to other similar shades in my stash, but they are not dupes after I tried out the colors.  Front Row Diva is a lot lighter and more pigmented, creamier, almost.

    I thought that High Society would be one of the many greige colors which I already have (YDKJ, Metro Chic, etc etc) but it is lighter, and more along the lines of Essie's Chinchilly, except that High Society has more brown, Chinchilly is more grey.

    That's all, nothing much here, but hopefully it is useful for those who like these paley light colors that fall in between greys, browns, nudes and taupes.

    Thanks for looking!

    Posted on June 25, 2010 at 10:53PM | Permalink | 3 Comments
    Filed in: Nails, OPI, manicure, brown, nude, Essie, Color Club, taupe, makeup and beauty, greige | Tagged with: nails, manicure, brown, taupe, OPI, Nude, essie, Color Club, Makeup and Beauty, greige
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    March 17, 2010

    Nails Story: Dupes! That complicated hard to describe brown/ grey/ purple?

    I got these two colors recently, but I don't think I ever showed them side by side before.  I really like Chinchilly.  It reminds me of a creamy yummy bubble milk tea, maybe a little more greyish.  And Mink Muffs is a lot darker than pictures show.

    And while applying and swatching Mink Muffs, I am reminded of two other shades, which are Metro Chic and You Don't Know Jacques! So, let's take a closer look.

    In the above picture, from L to R, Metro Chic, Mink Muffs, You Don't Know Jacques!

    There is something about a nail color that is a combination of "purple, taupe, grey, brown, grey" that just suck us in, isn't it??  And if you think about it, the colors alone doesn't even sound very appealing for nail colors, traditionally speaking.  However, when they come together in the perfect balance, or combination, mixture, what have you... the end results just seems so pretty, but in a very chic, and modern way.  It makes people take a second look, like, what is THAT color really?  I know that will suck me into buying it.  The same goes for that perfect shade of nude... not too beigy, not too pinky, etc... the creamier it is, the thicker and more opaque it is, I am all for it.  And the same goes for that lavender, lilac shade.. not too blue, not too violet...just a touch of grey, etc etc..... and the list goes on.. you know what I mean, if you are my fellow nail geek.  LOL.

    That's all, and if you have any specific questions, leave them in the comments below.  Thanks for reading!

    If you have other requests for dupes and comparisons, let me know, I will feature them--if they are in my stash.  :)

    Posted on March 17, 2010 at 8:23PM | Permalink | 6 Comments
    Filed in: Nails, OPI, Essie, dupes, browns, metro chic, greys, taupe | Tagged with: nails, taupe, OPI, essie, browns, metro chic, Dupes, greys
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    March 17, 2010

    Nails Story: Dupes! That complicated hard to describe brown/ grey/ purple?

    I got these two colors recently, but I don't think I ever showed them side by side before.  I really like Chinchilly.  It reminds me of a creamy yummy bubble milk tea, maybe a little more greyish.  And Mink Muffs is a lot darker than pictures show.

    And while applying and swatching Mink Muffs, I am reminded of two other shades, which are Metro Chic and You Don't Know Jacques! So, let's take a closer look.

    In the above picture, from L to R, Metro Chic, Mink Muffs, You Don't Know Jacques!

    There is something about a nail color that is a combination of "purple, taupe, grey, brown, grey" that just suck us in, isn't it??  And if you think about it, the colors alone doesn't even sound very appealing for nail colors, traditionally speaking.  However, when they come together in the perfect balance, or combination, mixture, what have you... the end results just seems so pretty, but in a very chic, and modern way.  It makes people take a second look, like, what is THAT color really?  I know that will suck me into buying it.  The same goes for that perfect shade of nude... not too beigy, not too pinky, etc... the creamier it is, the thicker and more opaque it is, I am all for it.  And the same goes for that lavender, lilac shade.. not too blue, not too violet...just a touch of grey, etc etc..... and the list goes on.. you know what I mean, if you are my fellow nail geek.  LOL.

    That's all, and if you have any specific questions, leave them in the comments below.  Thanks for reading!

    If you have other requests for dupes and comparisons, let me know, I will feature them--if they are in my stash.  :)

    Posted on March 17, 2010 at 8:23PM | Permalink | 6 Comments
    Filed in: Nails, OPI, Essie, dupes, browns, metro chic, greys, taupe | Tagged with: nails, taupe, OPI, essie, browns, metro chic, Dupes, greys