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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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    June 25, 2012

    Solone Gel Like Smoody Pencils [Photos & Swatches]

    One of the 2819219 things that got us in a frenzy in TW was the Solone Gel Like Smoody Pencils - these are available at the makeup store called 'Momo' which we found one nearby our hotel area.   They retail for NTD399 for a pair and among the four of us, we probably hauled back home 30+ of them.  I got about 15 pencils, many of which I gifted to my friends and sister.  I kept these four for myself. 

    Kimberly and I tested these liners whilst we were still in TW, and when they worked out well, we went back for more, more, more.  The pencils swatched very creamy and smooth, despite the glitter bits.  There are about 10 colors in the range, some more glittery, some are more of a metallic sheen.  Once they set, they are really budge proof and water proof.  I wore them one day (without any falsies, because falsies tend to help prevent liners from smudging in my experience) and the weather was humid and sticky in TW that evening.  But the black one which I used, didn't smudge and stay on pretty well.  That convinced me to go back the second time to MOMO and bought more so I could give away more more more to my friends, and picked up a couple more for myself. 

    The pencils come with a smudger sponge tip end, and the whole packaging is sleek and sturdy. 

    swatches

    you can see the pretty shimmers in this picture

    check out Red Wine!   That's my absolute fave! 

    Amazing quality product, and do grab them if you have the chance to. 

    Solone also makes several range of liners, and some cream shadows, very interesting products.  

    But I 'controlled' myself, and only bought these Smoody Pencils. 

    That's all, and thanks for looking!