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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

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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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    Posts for September 10th 2012

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    September 10, 2012

    Saks.com Haul: Lancome Rouge in Love 170N Sequins D amour [Photos, Swatches & Comparisons]

    Hi hi!

    This is another goody I purchased from Saks.com, it is the US edition of the Lancome Rouge in Love lipstick (USD$25 each).  The US editions, if you aren't aware, are a different formula from the Asian editions we get around here.  Our Asian version is extremely smooth and creamy, but it lacks the full intense color payoff of the US edition.   So I am very very curious to try the US edition ones....and this particular shade, 170N called out to me, because I saw it being featured in a Lisa Eldridge video (her re-creation of makeup done on Kate Winslet for the Titanic red carpet link link link).

    170N Sequins D’amour is a neutral to warm toned red lipstick.  NARS Jungle Red which I featured in the previous entry is a slightly deeper neutral red, while NARS Dragon Girl and Chanel 31 Cambon are both cooler toned reds.  This is a really classic shade, and I really really love the texture and the amazing color payoff.  I would definitely want to purchase more colors if I have the chance, in perhaps neutral shades. 

    It is so creamy, and I would apply it straight from the tube.  However, I noticed a little of color feathering at the edges of the lip shape.. so you might want to use a lip liner and/or blot off the first layer, and re-apply a second layer.  Hence, when applying it on your lips do watch out for the bleeding/ feathering issue. 

    I am just super in love with this classic red shade!

    Close up on my face...

    Again, it is a red that brightens up my face, and really makes for a chic classy red.  Loves loves! 

    Just a quick comparison, for you to see the different undetones.

    Because my own skintone is rather light and  neutral, I think I could pull off both types of red. 

    That's all, and I hope you find this entry helpful!  

    Thank you for reading!