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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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    Posts for November 1st 2012

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    November 01, 2012

    Chanel Holiday 2012: Le Vernis 637 Malice [Photos & Swatches]

    You need Malice...as I have told many of my girlfriends. 

    It has the perfect consistency as far as Chanel polishes go.  It can be a one coater if you are in a hurry, and the color is just perfectly on trend this season.  A deep burgundy/red with the most subtle sparkling shimmery red bits. 

    I like that it is not as dark as Strong, and also more dimensional than Rouge Noir.  

    Together with Provocante, Malice is also my top picks for the dark vampy shades for nails this fall season. 

    It is also the only item I picked up from the Chanel Holiday 2012 collection.  

    If you want to see more from this collection, do check out the following links:

    Front Row Beauty reviews the Chanel Harmonie de Soir Quad  (click click)

    The Beauty Look Book reviews and compares Malice to other similar vampy dark reds (click click), all the eye products (click click), and all the glossimers (click click)

    Thanks for looking!

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    November 01, 2012

    Clarins Skin Illusion Loose Powder Foundation

    Skin Illusion is now available as a loose powder foundation, offering the coverage of a foundation and the lightness of a loose powder, with pure, mineral radiance and the skin care benefits of plants. Your skin, only better.

    Luminosity & a bare skin effect
    An incredibly beautiful, smooth complexion with a transparent finish > Pink opal mineral powder

    Energizing and hydrating benefits > Pink algae plant extract Radiance, comfort, protection

    Radiant skin in any circumstance > Light-Optimizing+ complex


    Comfortable skin > Clarins exclusive Plant Micropatch®


    Skin is protected all day long > Extracts of white tea and succory dock-cress 

    And more!

    • Luxurious and ingenious > A wonderfully soft brush built into the lid

    • 11 pure shades in perfect affinity with the skin that deliver exceptional hold > Pigments coated with an amino acid of plant origin    

       

     

    Clarins Skill Illusion Loose Powder Foundation is available in

    four shades 103, 105, 108 and 110.  

    Price S$62

    Available at all Clarins counters. 

     

    p/s it smells amazing and is extremely smooth.  It it also one of the most innovative and neat packaging I have come across for a loose powder.

    Can't wait to review it!