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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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    December 05, 2009

    Tried & Tested: Dark Lids for a Night Out

    Hi hi!

    Just want to do a little follow up to the Dark Lids look that I posted a couple of days back, click here to read more if you are interested.

    I used all different products (different black products, different lashes and blusher) for the same look, and to very nice effect too -- I think.

    I wanted to test the 'wearability' of this look, and learned a few pointers in the process:

    • Do the eyes first, because there is going to be fallout, and you don't want to spend time cleaning up the undereye area and smear your foundation.
    • Keep the rest of the face clean and as flawless as possible.  Hence I spent time painstakingly concealing all the little spots on my face.
    • Keep the brows groomed but light, so that the focus is on the dark lids and clean face.

     

    Nonetheless, I was determined to rock this look and here are the results.  And hey, I added a faux mole above my mouth, cos that's what Nic (pixiwoo) did in the tutorial.

    Products used:

    Eyes: MAC painterly paintpot(base), MAC Your Ladyship pigment & Inuovi Platinum e/s (highlight)

    The Black Part:  Stila Golden Noir smudgepot, Ed Pinau (that freebie eyeshadow) on top.  Perfect match for each other because of the whole black and gold glitter going on.

    Lashes: Sasa lashes (forgot the brand), and YSL Faux Cils mascara

    Face: Dior Extreme Fit, MAC Studio Sculpt Concealer

    Cheeks: NARS Laguna, and MAC Azalea (which is AMAZING for this look!!)

    Lips: YSL RV Lingerie Pink (7)

     

    And I did say tried and tested, so here are a few pictures of the night:

    FYI Sister is using Style Demon on her cheeks  :)

    Sidenote:  I think the whole dark lids/ pink lips combination is the Louis Vuitton runaway looks for the past couple of seasons.

    That's all (so much for a little follow up), and thanks for reading!!

     

     

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    December 03, 2009

    I like this look! Dark Lids

    Seriously, been reading the comments to the DAY ONE giveaway, and I am super flattered --- though I know it is sooooo thick-skinned/shameless to pose such a question for you guys to answer LOL :)

    Another pixiwoo tutorial which I tried out, and I think I really like this!! 
    And it is quite easy to do. Since my makeup stuff are still laid out from the previous LOTD, I decided to go this a go.
    I really like to try out looks the pixiwoo sisters do, and I also like Sarah Victor but she doesn't make videos recently.  I like to watch other YT people for their hauls, reviews etc, but I am always very swayed and inspired by pixiwoo and suckered into buying stuff whenever lollipop26 or thecurrentcustom raves about something.

    Products used:
    Eyes: Maybelline cream liner, MAC Carbon e/s, Loreal Carbon Gloss Liner
    Lashes: Shu Uemura Black V lashes, Maybelline Volume Express
    Brow Highlight: MAC Your Ladyship Pigment

    Face: MUFE Mat+, MUFE Matte Loose Powder
    Cheeks: NARS Laguna Bronzer, Benefit Thrrrobbb Blusher

    Lips: Revlon Pink Pout lipstick, and GOSH Darling lipstick on top