Thanks to all my readers. Make Me Pretty Pretty now has more than 1,000 readers within two and a half months. A pretty good start for 2015. A greater motivation to work harder and continue blogging about my makeup journey, passion and beauty tips.
Thursday, 1 January 2015
Wednesday, 31 December 2014
There are no ugly girls, only lazy ones
There are no
ugly girls, only lazy ones. This statement is absolutely true! As we usher into a new year,
take the effort to beautify yourself. Start loving yourself more. Let today be the day you love yourself enough
to no longer just dream of becoming a prettier you, let it be the day you act
upon it.
For those singles ladies, FIRST LOVE YOURSELF and everything else will come
next. Treat yourself like a PRINCESS
and you will attract a PRINCE. For ladies who are already attached or married, please continue maintaining a pretty you and not slack out on your beauty routine. You should continue looking pretty not for anyone else but for yourself.
You will be
surprised how a slight tint of colour on your face can make a difference to your overall
look.
A new year, a new beginning, a new you!
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| Photo credit: Happiness in your life by Doe Zantamata Picture Background modification by Benecia Tan |
To all my pretty ladies, please share this with your besties and friends. For any guys who are reading this, please share this with your girlfriend or wife.
Thanks and wishing you a great year ahead!
Monday, 29 December 2014
MAC 2015 makeup look
I was invited to attend the MAC exclusive meet and mingle session at MAC Ngee Ann City. It was indeed a good experience for me. As a makeup artist, it is always my passion to discover and learn new make up techniques to improve my existing skill sets. I was able to discover beauty secrets as well as learn new makeup techniques from the MAC PRO makeup artist.
For 2015, the trend is to have a natural look- a no makeup look. When I say "no makeup look", it does not mean that you just walk out of your house after washing your face. No make up look means your makeup is so natural that it looks as if you have no make up on. In a makeup context, "less is always more."
Enjoy the photos below on the natural makeup.
If you like a more dramatic effect, you may be interested in the next makeup look. This makeup look is more suitable on the runway or a fashion shoot. This makeup may also be suitable for an evening event BUT you will need to adjust the eye shadow hue to a lesser dramatic effect.
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| End result on both of the MAC models |
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| Group photo with MAC makeup artist and my makeup artist classmates |
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| My face looks naked and I look tiny next to the models. Time to eat more? Haha.... |
It was indeed a fun session for me. I also discover a new product during the MAC demo session which interests me a lot. I ended up buying the Prep + Prime Essential Oils. The oil can be mixed together with your moisturizer or foundation and applied on the face. The oil has a nice scent and helps to bring out a healthy glow on your face.
Friday, 21 November 2014
Makeup assignment at Singapore Children's Society
We are the makeup sponsor for the Singapore Children's Society, a group of children in the age range of 12-18 years old who are having a sing and dance concert.
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| Group photo with my classmates while waiting for the rest to arrive |
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| Our makeup tools- we are all ready! |
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| Group photo while waiting for the arrival of our models |
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Our group selfie- my face angle looks a bit weird in this photo though ..haha..
*Due to their young age, I did not shape their eyebrow and have left it in their natural shape
*It's really good to be young, they have such perfect complexion
 
Group photo with the teacher in charge of the event
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I am feeling very happy and satisfied with my accomplishments today. :) This is a great experience for my first makeup event. Looking forward for the next makeup event! :)
After the fun and self-fulfilling evening, a quick good meal to reward ourselves for the hardwork for the evening. Yummy!!!!!
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| Treating myself to a quick good meal
Have a great weekend everyone!
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Wednesday, 12 November 2014
Eyeliners
There are many types of eyeliners- pencil, liquid and gel/cream liners.
Eyeliners are usually drawn on the upper lashline to better define your eyes. It can also be drawn on the lower lashline and waterline.
The choice of eyeliner will have a different effect and colour intensity.
Pencil Liner
Pencil liner is most suitable for beginners.
Pros- * Easy to apply and control
* Can be used on the upper and lower lashline
* Can also be used on the waterline
* Mistakes can be corrected easily
* Available in a variety of colours
Cons- * Colour can be transferred to the crease of your eyes
* Colour fade off easily, no staying power
Recommendations: (Waterproof) Urban Decay 24/7 Eyeliners and Make Up Forever Aqua Eyes
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| Source: Respective brand website |
Liquid Liner
Liquid liner is not suitable for beginners as it is the most difficult to apply and control. The user needs to have a very stable hand in order to draw a straight and precise line. It is more suitable for evening event due to its colour intensity.
Pros- * Suitable to create cat eye and dramatic eye effect
* Can draw thin precise line
* Long lasting
* No smudges
Cons- * Difficult to correct drawing mistakes
* Difficult to apply as it requires a steady hand
* Cant be used on the waterline
Recommendations: Stila Stay All Day Waterproof Liquid Eye liner and Kiss Me Heroine Make Liquid Eyeliner
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| Source: Heroine Make |
Generally comes in a little pot whereby you will need to use a stiff angle brush for application. The colour is less intense compared to liquid liner.
Pros- * Creamy base enables easy smudging to create smoky effect
* Line thickness can be adjusted easily according to your own preference
Cons- * The colour in the pot dries up easily
* Cant be used on the waterline
Recommendations: Bobbi Brown Long Wear Gel Eyeliner, Mary Kay Gel Eyeliner
Source: Respective brand website
Love,
Benecia Tan
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