Hey Everyone! We all know that there are tons of sample subscription boxes out there but most are tailored for the ladies. Sample subscription boxes if you’re not familiar with them send you a box of samples ranging from lifestyle to beauty products every month to your doorstep. Even Michelle…
Life through Instagram – A little update :)
Hey Everyone! I know I don’t write about my personal life much but today I’m being good to myself and taking the day off and I though I’d update you on life! (and what better way than through instagram). The boy is now a pastry chef at Saveur which is…
Spring Colors with Laura Mercier and Global Make-Up Artist Benjamin Ruiz!
Hey Everyone! Laura Mercier’s Spring Collection is inspired interestingly enough not by candy in a jar or flowers, but by ballet and yoga. In fact, the Spring 2013 collection is called Arabesque and only a few strokes can create a gentle spring look. Laura Mercier invited me down to their…
My Must-Read ALL TIME Skincare Tips for Acne/Blemish Prone Skin
Hey Everyone, I know it doesn’t look like it but I’ve actually been battling acne for a long time. My skin has attitude and breaks out in different periods of time for what seems like no absolute reason. It can have periods of peace and then have periods of war…
L’Occitane Immortelle Brightening Range Review!
Hey Everyone! I’ve been getting a lot of compliments on my skin lately (thank you) and I’ve pretty much fallen in love with the L’Occitane Immortelle range. It has really added a beautiful glow to my complexion so I thought it was only necessary to share it with you all.…
Nailpolish Time! OPI Skyfall Collection & Seche Vite (SGD$ 10 each!!)
Hey Everyone! For starters, I’m horrible at painting my nails. If I could get an A for every time I’ve been out of the line and a medal for smudging before it’s dry, I’d be a golden girl right now. So don’t make fun of me okay? Anyway, I’ve always…
How to Use Pure Essential Oils for Health & Beauty!
Hey Everyone! We’ve all heard about the benefits of essential oils but usually our knowledge extends to what we can add to our lamp burner on a sunday night. Little do we know that there’s actually a difference between medicinal grade therapeutic oils and aromatherapy oils. Medicinal grade therapeutic oils like Absolute…
NARS Spring 2013 Collection & Exclusive 1 to 1 Giveaway with NARS!
Hey Everyone! NARS has always been one of my favourite brands and when they landed in Singapore, I was just too excited. For the NARS Spring 2013 collection, you’ll be able to look forward to fresh, fierce, strong and sexy colors. Focused on the 90’s era, the collection boasts lots…
The Story Behind the Store – roseanne.sg launching this Saturday!
Hey Everyone! So the wait is finally over. This Saturday, I’ll finally be setting sail and launching roseanne.sg. From just a though while I was studying for my finals last year until now, it’s been a crazy adventure creating a store to call my own. It was never about a…
Review: Spring 2013 Bobbi Brown Lilac Rose Collection!
Hey Everyone! Putting on eyeshadow that’s not a shade of brown isn’t commonplace for me. Especially lilac. So when Bobbi Brown introduced me to what’s in store for Spring 2013 and their Lilac Rose Collection, I wasn’t convinced that a pastel shade of purple pink could be so inviting. I…
How-To Hair Tutorial – Braid Tied Bun with Zoey, my Hair Doll.
Hey Everyone! I hope you had a festive Chinese New Year, and still going! I recently got my hands on my very own hair doll to practice. We used these at beauty school and since every make-up artist here seems to know hair like the back of their hand, I…
Urban Decay Naked BASICS Palette Review
Hey Everyone! I finally got my hands on the most famous baby of 2013, the Urban Decay Naked Basics Palette. I am in LOVE with Urban Decay eyeshadows as you probably would have known judging from my tutorials and I was so excited when I got my paws on this…
Paperself Paper False Lashes Review! Thanks to eyesbright.com
Hey Everyone! The world of creative falsies has always been foreign to me. I mean, when would I find the occasion to wear lashes with red and green feathers or even to the more simple diamonte ones? Probably never. But, going to make-up school helped bring out the crazier side…
Urban Decay Naked Palette Reader’s Exclusive for You!
Hey Everyone! As you know, I’ve always been a great fan of Urban Decay and guess what! If you take a snapshot of this image on my blog and show it to any Sephora Singapore store, you’ll be able to receive a complimentary Urban Decay Goodie Bag with any Naked…
Benefit Cosmetics NEW Fake Up Concealer
Hey Everyone! I was recently invited to the launch of Benefit’s brand new concealer, Fake-Up! Benefit is the Queen when it comes to faking it. Whether it be eyelashes, radiance or even a flawless complexion. Now, they’ve found a product finally worthy of the name and that’s this concealer. P.S…
How To Get Winged Liner PERFECT
Hey Everyone, Applying perfect eyeliner can be a difficult task for the newbie in make-up to some of the experts. It’s something that requires practice and patience. But if you’re out of both, here is a really easy way to put training wheels on your eyeliner. All you need is…
Quick Tip: How to Apply Creme/Cream Blush
Hey Everyone! Cream blush has always been a love it or hate it product for me. If applied to heavily, I look like Krusty the Clown and for some reason it never wants to stay on your cheek right? So today I’m going to teach you how to properly apply…
How To: Lip Liner Tutorial with Orange Lips!
Hey Everyone, Lip liner is one of those love it or don’t know it kind of products. Most of us don’t even use lip liner and reach straight for our lipsticks right? I know I used to. But I find that for bold lips – whether it’s red, pink or…
Review & Tutorial: Burberry Complete Eye Palette
Hey Everyone! Although it’s been a while since Burberry beauty landed on Singapore shores, I remember still feeling pretty excited that this classic luxury brand had finally made it’s own make-up line following in the footsteps of Chanel, Dior and YSL. Skeptics say that they can’t possibly make as good…
My Online Store roseanne.sg is COMING very SOON + Weekly Giveaways!!
Hey Everyone! I can’t believe the launch of my online store will be at the end of this month. In fact, the store was just a thought only about a year ago when I was studying for my exams and now it’s become a reality. Many inventory packing, supplier checks…
Bobbi Brown BBU Face Palette Haul – A Make-Up Artist’s Dream!
Hey Everyone! I think one of the challenges with starting any make-up artist career is building a kit. Not only do you need to get your shade, you need to be able to provide for everyone else’s. While you were opening your awesome Christmas presents, I was opening this. My…
Make-Up Tutorial: Gold Eyes & Hot Pink Lips for Christmas!
Hey Everyone! I know, I can’t believe it too, Christmas is just around the corner. So to celebrate, here’s a make-up look which is a fresh take on the classic gold eyes and red lips everyone seems to wear during Christmas. Instead, I’ve switched it up a bit, skipped the…
Top Lessons from Make-Up School & Portfolio Photo-shoots!
Hey Everyone, I can’t believe it’s over in two weeks. I still remember packing my bags (albeit very last minute), hopping on a plane and getting on the tube to my very first day of school. And now, it’s already week 7! Finally attending make-up school was a big dream…
3 Must Have Multi-Tasking Products to Save Time & Space
Hey Everyone! I don’t know about you but in the fast and busy pace of today, I’m always on the look-out for multi-taskers and as a make-up artist, it’s really important to find products that are multi-use so that we can save space in our kits, and save time. Here’s…
Sleek Make-up Review/Haul and GIVEAWAY!
Hey Everyone! When I first came over to London, I was excited to see pretty much two brands – Barry M and SLEEK. Sleek has always been written about in blogs, talked about on YouTube and after getting a Sleek Acid palette online a year ago, I couldn’t help myself…
My Holiday Make-Up Wishlist & Christmas Gift Ideas!
Hey Everyone! I can’t believe it’s that time of year again! Bring out the christmas cookies, the tree from the attic and those dusty decorations. It’s time for the holidays! Who doesn’t love a good gift but even better getting the right gift for your loved one . Here are…
How to Build your Make-Up Artist Kit – 4 Must Know Tips!
Hey Everyone, Everyone knows that one of the costs to being is make-up artist is how ridiculously expensive make-up can be. I find myself buying make-up shades that aren’t for myself, cool blushes and lipsticks and crazy colours – plus the odd accessory like sponges, disposable mascara wands, Q-Tips and…
Review: Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser & UVA/UVB Defense Sunscreen!
Hey Everyone! Finally, it is time to review my Cetaphil buddies! I’ve used them both to the last drop so I thought I would do a review of both the much talked about Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser and the UVA/UVB Defense Sunscreen. 1. Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser Unlike most cleansers…
Quick Tip: Finding your most Flattering Lip Color
Hey Everyone! It’s silly, but it’s true. Sometimes with all the lip colours out there, we just don’t know which one to whip on. Do we go pale like Kim Kardashian or pink like Nicki Minaj? Well, here’s the answer. Simply go 1 or 2 shades darker than your natural…
What Happens When I Don’t Use a Mirror – No Mirror Makeup Tag!
Hey Everyone! Honestly, I had no idea what to expect. I was requested by some lovely viewers to do this tag video. Basically, you’re supposed to put on you make-up without glancing even once at the mirror. Although it seemed like an almost impossible feat, I decided to go ahead…
Top 5 Make-Up Artist Tips for Darker Skin tones
Hey Everyone! As a beauty blogger or I guess any girl, it’s hard not to stick to things you already know – like your skin type, skin tone and the shades you think work best for you. Today, I’m breaking free of those chains (cliche, much?) and giving you some…
Tangspiration: Step Out of It
Hey Everyone, Don’t snap out of it, step out of it. And maybe run. I was sitting at a cafe the other day and to be honest, I can’t help but hear into the conversations around me. Not that I intentionally do, it’s sound, it travels. One person talked about…
Quick Tip: How to Clean Eye-Shadow Fall Out
Hey Everyone, We’ve all been there. We’ve just finished an amazing smokey eye but the eye-shadow has gotten all over our cheeks and underneath. If we touch to remove it, it smears making it even worse. Here’s an really simple solution to clearing up the mess in no time: Really…
Bride to Be? Top Bridal Make-Up Tips!
Hey Everyone! Although when it comes to our wedding we’d much prefer to be pampered, it’s always good to know a few bridal make-up tips when it comes to your big day. Or, if you’re an aspiring make-up artist, it’s handy to keep these in mind. Here are some bridal…
My First Week at Make-Up School & Top Tips
Hey Everyone, I’ve been having an amazing time at make-up school so far. I absolutely love it and have been learning a lot too. I thought it would be fun to regularly keep you updated on all the great tricks I’m learning from professionals. Here at the school, the teachers have been…
UK Drugstore Makeup & Fashion Haul – Superdrug & Primark!
Hey Everyone! I am so excited to share with you my make-up and fashion goodies that I’ve been “collecting” and getting here in the UK! I’m really into affordable drugstore or “high street” as they call it here brands because I know that these are the products that I can’t…
The “I’ve Only Got 5 Minutes” Makeup Routine!
Hey Everyone! We’ve all been there. Your Mom or significant other is yelling at the door, “Come down now, we’re going to be late!” and you’ve just woken up wondering why your alarm clock refused to go off this morning. That, or you’re just plain lazy and want to just…
Oh, How I’ve Grown..on YouTube
Hey Everyone, I admit, I watch my own videos. And although somewhat narcissistic that may sound, I guess my only explanation is that I only make videos that I like and to be totally honest with you, it’s so funny to see yourself three years ago as compared to now. So I…
Want a $500 Sephora Voucher? Vote for Me!
Hey Everyone, Yours truly is one of the nominees for the Panasonic Beauty Campaign. Panasonic has come out with a bunch of great beauty tools from multi-styling gadgets to even facial steamers. I’ve been trying out a few recently and will look forward to reviewing them. For more information, be…
Bobbi Brown BB Cream SPF 35 Review!
Hey Everyone! If you hate bb creams because they never match your skintone, then you’re in for a treat, finally! In fact, the Bobbi Brown BB cream is one of those products you return to after a while and start loving again. I think in a cold country like London,…
Cupcakes anyone? The Hummingbird Bakery in London!
Hey Everyone! Hope the Monday blues didn’t get to you today, but if they did, here’s a cupcake and a mighty good one at that. Chancing upon The Hummingbird Bakery in London was by no surprise a mistake. My parents being fans of antiques led the way to Portobello Market at Notting…
How Much is Your Face Worth?
Hey Everyone, So there’s this tag going around especially in the UK about how much our faces our worth. Well, we all know that the answer is “priceless”, but basically what you do is add up the prices of all your daily makeup products. Man, I feel like I’m getting…
How To: Caviar Nails! (MUA Constellation in Libra!)
Hey Everyone! The first time I spotted Caviar nails, it instantly reminded me of yummy vanilla cupcakes and sprinkles. Of course, I thought it was a bit odd and then it grew on me. It’s an adorable nail trend and after seeing Fleur De Force’s blog post on the MUA…
How to Conceal Pimples, Zits, Acne & Blemish Prone Skin
Hey Everyone, I wasn’t born lucky in the sensitive skin department. I’m horribly prone to break-outs from reasons like a simple change of weather to a bit more stress. That being said, I’ve been an expert in covering up pimples and zits so here are a few of my top…
Ctrl Alt Travel: London Sights & Warner Bros Harry Potter Studio Tour!
Hey Everyone! It’s been barely a week and I’m already in love with this place. I wouldn’t be surprised if I started having a British accent. Just kiddng. In fact, the stereotype British weather and British food is nothing to be worried about. Admist the double decker buses and the London cabs,…
Getting Started with the SK-II Facial Treatment Essence
Hey Everyone, I think I’ve probably been hearing about SK-II Facial Treatment Essence ever since I was 10 years old. Everyone knows this baby from countless ads about it being a miracle water and the best product for achieving crystal clear skin. The story goes that the secret ingredient to…
London-Bound & Makeup School!!
Hey Everyone, This is just a quick blog post because I’m basically half-asleep already writing this. It’s 1 AM and I’m going to plop myself on a plane tomorrow and fly to London to pursue a diploma in Fashion and Photographic Makeup! I also just quit my full-time job, had…
Excuse Me, your hair smells like Vanilla Birthday Cake – Organix Vanilla Silk Shampoo
Hey Everyone, When I was twelve years old, my friend would bring her Lip Smackers lip glosses to school from the States and we would sniff all of them cooing at it’s yumminess when they didn’t have them in Singapore yet. Lip Smackers lip glosses were amazing and my favourite…
Tangspiration: I had NO idea.
Hey Everyone, It’s been a while since I’ve written a Tangspiration post. I guess it’s because I only write one of these when I get inspired to. I was sitting on the couch eating my lunch today when I started to reflect on what I’ve done in life (funny what…
Tutorial: Everyday Makeup Routine & Most Used Products!
Hey Everyone! I thought I might get back to basics today and tell you about my everyday makeup routine. I’m that kind of person who likes to stick to one thing. Call me boring, but I like using the same bag, wear the same pair of shoes and in this…