Black Opal’s Artistic Director, Frank Guyton is a much sought after New York makeup artist whose work is featured in numerous magazines, television programs and on famous faces around the world. Since entering into the modeling world at the age of 16, Frank has always had an abiding love for beauty and fashion. Through his association with legendary makeup artist Scott Barnes, he was able to hone his natural ability and study the art of makeup.
Says Guyton, “If I can amplify someone's Natural beauty, bring out her best qualities, help her project who she wants to be—mission accomplished.”
Concealer Tips
How do I apply concealer?
Frank Guyton: Apply small amount directly on area you want to conceal and lightly blend using your fingertips dabbing the concealer into your skin.
Foundation Tips
How do I apply foundation?
Frank Guyton: Apply foundation over clean, moisturized skin. Blend foundation over the entire face using a sponge wedge, foundation brush or fingertips. Do not forget the eyelids!
What is the best foundation to use during the summer?
Frank Guyton: Extreme changes in temperature between seasons can affect your skin type.
No matter what the season, always use a foundation with SPF protection.
Oil-free and cream-to-powder formulas work well on oily skin, while a cream-based foundation will give extra hydration to drier skin.
Also mineral powder foundation is good to use during the summer because it keeps your skin hydrated all day long and has UV protective filters.
What is mineral makeup?
Frank Guyton: Mineral makeup has a higher quality of ingredients formulated to improve the texture and clarity of the skin. Made from minerals and antioxidants such as vitamins A and E, mineral makeup may also include ingredients that protect the skin from the sun. It’s also non-comedogenic, which means it does not clog pores.
Mineral makeup works especially well for mature skins because it reflects light to help hide fine lines and wrinkles.
It is also suitable for oily skin because the minerals absorb excess oil and allow your skin to breathe naturally.
Powder Tips
Why do I need to use powder?
Frank Guyton: Translucent loose powder sets foundation and minimizes shine on the face. To apply, use a fluffy powder brush to sweep it across the face.
What is the right way to use the Color Fusion Mosaic?
Frank Guyton: Color Fusion Mosaic Powders can be used as bronzers, to add luminosity to your complexion, or as blushes, to highlight your cheeks. Please note when using as a bronzer, use minimum foundation so your complexion won’t look too orange.
To apply as a bronzer:
Use a large round brush to create a soft dusting. Dab the brush into the color; tap it to remove any excess. Using a circular motion, start to apply powder application on the cheek apple and brush on bronzing powder. Apply bronzer to the each side of the nose and under the lower lip. Make sure you brush your cheekbones, chin, nose and area around the eyes for glowing effects.
To apply as a blush:
Start with a fluffy, dense brush and gently tap it into your blush compact. I usually do three or four taps and then a sweep. The easiest way to find the apples of your cheeks is to smile really big–you’ll see them pop out at you as compared to when your face is relaxed.
Gently tap the blush brush onto the apples of your cheek, starting from the roundest portion and tapping lightly upwards and towards your temple.
Do a sweep–like a Nike “swoosh”–from the apple to the temple to diffuse and blend the color together.
If the color it’s not intense enough, repeat. If it’s too bright, layer translucent or colored loose powder on top to help soften the color and this will also help to set your makeup.
