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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 August 17th 2012

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    August 17, 2012

    Chanel Le Vernis Skyline [Photos & Swatches]

    Chanel Le Vernis in the shade Skyline is the only product I bought from the latest Chanel Blue Illusion collection which is exclusively launched at ION and MBS stores this week.   Everything else is blue-themed in this collection, and both the Illusion D'Ombres are really pretty, but nothing that I should get.

    The Blue Illusion collection is the makeup looks used in their Spring/Summer 2012 Haute Couture runway show, which took place in a Chanel airlines setting.  (link)

    And some of the looks sported by the models - you can see the strong blue eyes, clean skin and lips.  Love the crazy hair, and the delicate blue jewels!

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    So anyway, back to Skyline (limited edition...grab while you can!) is a pale frosty cool toned skyblue shade.  I have read reviews that this would be frosty, but when I saw the shade in store, I think I can work it.

    The finish, in my opinion, is really more of a pearlised finish rather than frosty.  I didn't have major issues with visible brush lines, and 2 coats, or 3 even coats would give you a very nice intense pop of color.  (2 coats has a very soft delicate effect, but I have 3 thin coats on for full intensity - but that's not to say this is sheer in anyway.  It's just my preference).

    It's actually quite bright in real life, and I have noticed eyes looking at my fingernails as I am gesturing about.  But the color is so pale, and so chic, I didn't really mind the extra attention.

    a quick shot I took with my iphone when I was out in the morning sunlight. 

    Love this skyline blue indeed! 

    That's all I have...I do wish I can get more entries up this weekend, but work is calling, and I will be back with more information and everything next weekend.  Keep my fingers crossed! 

    Thanks for reading!