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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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    April 25, 2012

    Dior Addict Lip Balm 003 Crystal Coral [Review, Swatches & LOTD]

     

    Hi!

    This entry will be a feature and review of Dior Addict Lip Balm.  At S$44 for this beauty, it might seem quite indulgent a price to pay for something that is a 'lip balm'.  However, I love it, and mine is in the shade 003 Crystal Coral, a sheer my lips but better shade. There are two other shades, one is a pinky (Crystal Pink), and one is colorless (Crystal).

    This product of Dior's latest and upcoming summer collection - you can find selected pieces of this collection at the newly opened DFS Galleria, and at the rest of the Dior counters from 1 May.

     

    Why am I loving this?


    • Gives quite decent color payoff, despite the sheerness.

     

    • Lasts a good 2 - 3 hours of wear on me.

     

    • The moisturising effect lasts way longer, my lips felt soft and moist for the whole of the day even after the color wears off.

     

    • Makes my lips really nice and soft (yes, I need to repeat this, and I can't emphasise this enough)

     

    • It feels so smooth and creamy on my lips.  It glides on my lips, covers my lips in a very comfortable and waxy film like texture.

     

    • If you compare this to the YSL Rouge Volupte Sheer Candy which I mentioned in the previous entry, this is thicker in texture, and creamier.

     

    • It's really a luxe and effective lip balm, and if most lipsticks make your lips crack, or peel, I think you are going to love this product.

     

     

    Photos and swatches:

    Here you can see the waxy film like texture of the lip balm

    It feels really REALLY good on the lips!

    As you can see, there is some color but nothing that screams bright coral.

    It just blends in nicely with my natural lip color.

    All products used:

    Foundation - Rachel K CC Cream (light), Collection2000 Lasting Perfection Foundation (mixed with) Becca Shimmering Skin Perfector in Opal, set with La Mer Powder

    Concealer - Laura Mercier Secret Camouflage (SC-03)

    Lips - Dior Addict Lip Balm 003 Crystal Coral

    Eyes - NARS pro prime, Shiseido Shimmering Cream Eyeshadow OR313, Loreal Infaillible Shadows in 02 Sahara Treasure & Burning Black, Browbone highlight Lunasol 04 Light Beige

    Liner - NARS Larger than Life Via Veneto

    Cheeks - Guerlain Meteorites 00 Blanc de Perle, Guerlain Terra Inca Sublime Radiant Powder

     

    Overall, I highly recommend, and hope you find this review and feature helpful.

     

    Thank you for reading.

     

     

    p/s Dior Addict Lip Balm was provided to me for consideration purposes.