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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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    Posts for December 22nd 2010

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    December 22, 2010

    Quick X'mas Haul and Happy Goodies!

    So today I drove about in the bestie's car around town today (navigating about in heavy traffic during this panicky last minute Christmas shopping mood is not joke for a newbie driver like me).  She got me a cute little keychain with my name on it during her vacay in Penang.   We had hi-tea and shopped about this afternoon.

    I also got a few other items that make me smile:

    A bunch of Scrub Your Nose In It for my on-going giveaway, and for stocking up purposes cos EVERYONE at home is also using it now, no thanks to my raving.

    Each tube costs S$17, which I forgot to mention in my rave entry.   CLICK HERE to enter -- closes 24 Dec 2010.

    And I got this S$39.90 ring, which is a knock-off of that Solange Azagury-Partridge lips ring which I was making a wishlist for, but that's hopelessly expensive at $2.1k for a silver and enamel ring.  At that price, I can buy a serious rock or gold, or heck, but a two-way ticket to Paris on SQ!!!   I got this ring at a random stall set up at Isetan Scotts near the SK-II counter.   Yes, this one looks rougher, but well, I ain't complaining, it's cute enough, anyway.

    I also got a couple of that DOUBLE Samurai burgers for the sibs who were at home---- shan't take pictures of the burgers.  LOL

    And when I came home, I was greeted with this very very pleasant surprise from Clarins Singapore.

    Gentle Refiner exfoliating cream with micro-beads 15ml

    Shaping Facial Lift Wrap 25ml

    Moisture Rich Body Lotion with Shea Butter 100ml

    ** Robinsons is running a 20% off Clarins right now, and I got my sister to stock up for me the Shaping Lift Serum!  I also recently re-purchased the Pore Minimising serum, which I am really loving!

    That's all, and thanks for looking!

    Happy Holidays!

    Happy

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    December 22, 2010

    Swap Goodies from Paris! Très Sauter de Joie!

    Yup, a long awaited package from Paris that made me jump for joy!  (sauter de joie)

    A while back, Yael (Lissasioux, Inc.) and I agreed on a mutual swap, consisting of items which we wanted, and also a few surprise items which we know each other would like, because we have very similar tastes and being of similar skin tone, it was also very easy to get stuff that would suit each other.   She received my package a couple of weeks back, and today I received hers,  I am super super excited!  :)  To sum everything up, in her words:

    And just a quick overview of everything in the box:

    The only item that I 'requested' for is MAC's Virgin Isle cream colour base.

    (that was before I know it would be released in Stylishly Yours)

    * product sweat due to the extreme change in temperature no doubt.

    Swatches of Virgin Isle on Temptalia HERE.

    And next, are a couple of KIKO makeup.

    you can see her KIKO makeup haul entry HERE, where she swatched #174 eyeshadow, and also the lipgloss crayon.  Prreeettty!!!

    that's a cute picture-frame which she also included in the package!

    And the rest are non-makeup products.

    Avene Cold Cream Lip Balm

    Caudalie Eau De Raisin

    (facial mist spray)

    nuxe Honey and Precious Oils Lip Balm

    Face Mask

    with honey & rosewood

    innoxa Eye Drops

    which will make your eyes look brighter and whiter, and safe to use BEFORE I put on lenses

    Bioderma Eye Cream

    Embryolisse!!!

    Emulsion Hydra-Mat

    Lait-Creme Concentre

    Chewing Gum

    Lastly, quick peek at inside the french Glamour mag:

    That's all, I just want to share my happiness at receiving this package, and I will reserve all my words of thanks and everything in my email to Yael.

    Thanks for looking!

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