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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.

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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.

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I am not a makeup artist, nor do I have any professional training in makeup.

 

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    Posts for April 21st 2012

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    April 21, 2012

    YSL Volupte Sheer Candy 04 Grenade Suave [Swatches & LOTD]

    hi hi,

    This YSL Volupte Sheer Candy is a birthday gift from my girlfriend, and the pictures have been lying in my drafts for more than a month.  Opps!

    The packaging of the YSL Volupte is exactly the same as the regular Volupte, solid and intricate lipstick tubes, except that the Sheer Candy have a silver body as opposite to the regular gold Volupte package.

    As the name of the product suggests, it is a very sheer and see thru lip product.  It is also one of the softest and creamier sheer lipsticks I have ever used.  Even though it is sheer, this particular shade gives  my lips a rather healthy looking reddish pink juicy looking lips.  My gf absolutely love this range of lipsticks from YSL, and it is easy to see why.  It's so extremely soft, and really conditions and keep your lips moist.

    The Sheer Candy has the same creamy texture as the regular Volupte, except that it is sheer.

    In terms of longevity, I would say this lasts about 2 hours, including some light eating and drinking.

    Photos & swatches:

    You can see here how shiny and jelly-like the actual lipstick is here:

    as you can see, the color is very see-thru, but yet it imparts a very juicy and moist look to the mouth

    I think you can also use it to make dryer lipsticks work better

    All products used:

    Face: Rachel_K cc cream (light), Guerlaine Papure Liquid Foundation, Lancome Teint Miracle Loose Powder

    Concealer: Cle de Peau stick concealer

    Eyes: base - Laura Mericer eye basics Flax, Chanel Epatant, Lids - Inglot 444 Pearl, Browbone highlight - Lunasol 04 Light Beige

    Liners: MUFE Aqua Liners No 12 and No 15

    Lips: YSL Volupte Sheer Candy #4

    Cheeks: Dior Rosy Glow, Dior Aurora, RMK 15th Anniversary Cheek Palette

     

    ** Really like this LOTD, because of the greenish shimmery eyeshadow combination **

    That's all, and thanks for looking!

     

    Which is your fave YSL lipstick?