Some of the environment and lifestyle factors affecting our skin are…

UV Ray
Much have been emphasized on this topic. Make sure you slap on sunscreen before you leave the house daily.

Air-condition
For those of you working in an air-condition environment, remember to bring along your moisturizer or a fine mist spray (such as Evian Mineral Water Spray, Body Shop Vitamin E Face Mist Spray) to re-hydrate your skin throughout the day.

Smoking
Most of you know that smoking will dry out skin but do you also know that the continuous action of smoking will results in vertical line above your lip to your nose, a sign of pre-mature aging?

Drinking alcohol
Bride-to-be, don’t drink too much on your “Hen” nite ya. Excessive alcohol dehydrates your skin and results in premature aging.

Insufficient water intake
Amount of water individual should drink depends on many factors such as age, weight and occupation etc, but a rule of thumb is to drink between 1-2 litre daily. Insufficient water intake causes the body to dehydrate and result in poor skin condition. However, take care not to drink water too late in the night cos it will result in water retention too.

Food
A balanced diet is a long term investment for healthy, glowing skin. For oily or acne prone skin, make sure you avoid oily and spicy food!

Before beginning on your makeover, it is important to inform your makeup artist on your skin type especially if you just cleansed your face. The different kind of skin types are:-

Normal Skin
1.Neither too oily or dry;
2. Healthy colour;
3. Even coloured and usually free from blemishes.

Dry Skin
1.Dehydrated and dry to touch, sometimes with patches of flaky skin;
2. Tight and small pores;
3. Commonly accompanied by uneven pigmentation such as freckles.

Oily Skin
1. Oily;
2. Enlarged pores;
3. Acne prone and sometimes accompanied by redness.

Combination Skin
Combination of two or more skin types described above. Most common is the oily T-zone on forehead and nose.

For the makeup to look fresh and last longer, it is important to prep your skin a few days before the makeover. Below are a list of 'homework' I usually recommend my client to follow:-

1. Do a full facial threading and eyebrow tweezing about 4 days before the makeover (ample time for the redness to goes off);

2. Put on water-based moisturizing mask daily for about a week (if possible);

3. Do a facial scrub to get rid of dead skin the day before the makeover (applying the mask after the scrub will help the skin to absorb the moisture more readily);

4. Do a proper cleansing before the makeover (basic cleanse, tone and moisturize).

 

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Michelle, Prom
Dear Christine, thank you so much for making my prom such a special one. I felt exceptionally good on that day, thanks to your wonderful skills. Even my teacher said she could not recognised me (in a good way). I also want to thank you for the earrings, you helped me complete my “prom-look” and I am very grateful. My fren and I will come back for our JC prom where there will actually have boys!!! God bless and thank you once again.

Miruna, Dinner
Christine is an incredible makeup artist, who has a great finesse for finding out what her clients' needs are and pulling off the most-gorgeous makeovers! She's got a sharp eye for detail and brings out the best in her clients, which can be difficult because everyone's definition of "what's beautiful" is different. I would confidently recommend her to anyone looking for a makeup artist who is experienced, attentive and can ensure that you look absolutely stunning.

Ying Ying, DnD
Thank you Christine! for helping me with the Teachers' Day Dinner makeover for 2009 and 2010. Most people cannot recognise me because I look too much like my character. Christine is very friendly, helpful and professional in her makeup services. She is skillful and will ensure you look your best during your event. I strongly recommend her to all my friends and colleagues.

Sel, DnD
Christine is more than just an incredible make-up artist, she's a great friend as well. Her friendly disposition makes you feel like you've been friends forever although it's the first time you've met her. She makes you feel at ease and comfortable as she works on your face and hair. She pays attention to detail and goes beyond her duties as a make-up artist. I strongly recommend her work and will definitely go back to her to do my make-up and hair again. Thank you so much for Glam-ing me up for my D&D.

Sue, ROM
I want to said well done, Christine. My ROM is 26062010 and she designed for me a simple, natural but elegant makeover. She is really professional and take care of me before my ROM by reminding me to follow-up on the things to be take note of, such as don't eat spicy food, sleep early and doing mask every day. My friend and my hubby also give her a thumb up on my make up look. I will continue to let Christine be my make-up artist for next year June Big Day Wedding. Thanks Christine

Hanqing, Bridal
Christine did a great job on my day and night makeup on my wedding day last year. She is meticulous and takes great pride in her work, and her passion for makeup is evident in the care she takes to ensure everything is perfect - down to the smallest detail.

Corinne, Bridal
Thank you so much for your assistance yesterday. Really appreciate all that you've done. From sitting behind the hot van on the way to our first location, to arranging my gowns during the photo shoot, and wiping our perspiration off, to loaning me your accessories! I love the first look which you did for me :D
Thank you once again, and do look forward to working with you again!

Squall, Photographer
Christine is an excellent MUA with a good eye in matching your requirements with the model's features and skin tones. She is professional, punctual, easy to work with and comes highly recommended.

Egg Creatives, Commercial
Christine worked with us on a TVC ad and we were impressed by her keen eye for detail. What struck us was how she went beyond her role to encourage the talents on when the going gets tough. The dedication and positive attitude she displayed is something we truly appreciate. We’re definitely looking forward to working with Christine in the near future again!