Could You Be Black Opal's Next True Beauty?

NEW YORK, Feb. 11, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- The search is back for the NEW face of Black Opal Cosmetics! The leading beauty authority for women of color, announces its 2013 Black Opal True Beauty Model Search. The national contest kicked off on February 4^th and online entry will run through March 4^th 2013.  One grand prize- winner will be awarded a $10,000 educational scholarship and become the new face of the brand for 2014.

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Black Opal is on the hunt for women of color who are beauty enthusiasts, striving for educational advancement, committed to bettering their community and naturally beautiful both inside and out to be the next face of Black Opal.

If you are courageous enough to experiment with various looks and styles that compliment your beauty routine, then you might the next TRUE BEAUTY! A TRUE BEAUTY is a confidant, self-assured, chic, stylish, modern and articulate woman whose beauty radiates from within.  Her light shines bright and she takes pride in her beauty as well as her brain.  If this sounds like you, then Black Opal needs to hear from you!

Applicants will be evaluated based on essays, community service involvement, educational aspiration and a photo, which represents TRUE BEAUTY.

A panel of judges from the beauty and entertainment worlds will include, singer/songwriter and VH1's Love & Hip Hop cast member and R&B singer Olivia; Celebrity Make-up artist Frank Guyton; Noted and board-certified dermatologist, Dr. Cheryl Burgess; Celebrity Hairstylist Eric Bland; Style Network's Chicagolicious cast member Valencia; and Celebrity Fashion Stylist Andre Austin.

"We continue to raise the bar each year with the True Beauty model search," said Maya Brown, Senior Marketing Director of Biocosmetic Research Labs. "We believe in nurturing and creating opportunities for young women.  As we continue on our quest, we want the best and the brightest of today's young women to vie for this opportunity to showcase their talents. "

One grand prize-winner will receive a $10,000 scholarship (payable directly to the school), an all-expense paid trip to New York for a fabulous photo shoot, and the opportunity to be featured in the lead Black Opal's 2013 marketing materials. In addition to the grand prize-winner, two finalists will receive $2,500, an all-expense paid trip to New York City and a place in Black Opal's marketing materials, while seven finalists will be awarded $1,500 scholarships (payable directly to the school). All winners will also receive complimentary Black Opal skincare and cosmetics products.

True Beauty hopefuls, can enter to win the national contest by visiting www.BlackOpalbeauty.com/truebeautymodelsearch or via Facebook at Black Opal Beauty. Entrants must complete an entry form, upload up three recent photos of themselves (taken within 3-months) and write a short essay.  No purchase necessary.  For complete rules, please visit www.blackopalbeauty.com.

About BLACK OPAL

BLACK OPAL offers limitless possibilities in cosmetics and skincare to enhance the diverse beauty and address the unique needs of skin of color. With this targeted focus, BLACK OPAL has solidified its position as the most trusted beauty brand for women of color.  BLACK OPAL is a global brand available in 30 countries worldwide.

BLACK OPAL products are available by visiting www.blackopalbeauty.com, Walmart, CVS/Pharmacy, Rite Aid, Duane Reade, and OTC Stores nationwide.

SOURCE Black Opal Cosmetics