Black Opal introduces Total Coverage Foundation. This is a two-in-one concealing foundation that works to cover skin imperfections and even skin tone in step. Using maximum coverage, Total Coverage makes your unwanted marks and pigmentation problems disappear. Meanwhile, imparting appearance of new radiant skin. And, best of all, an exclusive infusion of skin protecting minerals called “SKINERALS” helps maintain a healthy pH balance and protects your skin from environmental damage. No other beauty product works harder to show your skin love. And, we think your skin will love it back.

• Complete smooth coverage hides blemishes and uneven skin tone
• Conceal and even skin tone in one step
• Protects skin from harmful effects of the environment
• In shades for women of color

Black Opal Lip Definers are deluxe lip liners define lip shape and help prevent feathering. Vitamin-enriched formula shapes and shades without pulling or dragging. Great for defining and shaping lips before applying lipstick.

• Precision lip definers are available in wood
• Automatic lip definers never need sharpening
• Color coordinated to Black Opal lipstick shade range
• May be used as a lip liner or as a lip color base

Black Opal’s Lip Corrector is a concealer for the lips. If you have areas of discoloration on the lips, Black Opal’s Lip Corrector can help cover any imperfections before applying your lipstick.

• Full coverage
• Creamy formulation infused with techno-advanced polymers for extended wearability that lasts for hours.
• Specifically formulated for lips, leaving them feeling smooth and comfortable.
• Enriched with vitamins A, C and E to nourish and protect lips.

Black Opal’s Quad Eyeshows are triple-milled formulas for velvety softness. They the best eyeshows for African-American women. The shades are especially chosen to compliment African-American women and other women of color.

• Tripled-milled formulas for velvety softness
• Treatment formula is Mineral oil-free
• Formulated with advanced oil-absorbing ingredients to inhibit the appearance of shine
• Crease and flake resistant
• Four coordinated shades in one convenient compact with a sponge applicator
• Available in five different color combinations

We announced a few months ago that Black Opal was discontinuing production of their Creme Stick Foundation in Carob.  We have sold the last stick and will not be able to get any more.

Several months ago we announced Black Opal had discontinued all shades of their Simply Sheer lipstick. We are selling our remaining inventory. Barely Mocha has just sold out.

The three men’s shave products now available from Black Opal are bundled in the Black Opal Razor Bump Solution Shave System. The Anti-Bump Cleanser is only available as part of the kit which includes: Anti-Bump Cleanser, Anti-Bump Shave Gel and Anti-Bump Treatment. The shave gel and treatment are still sold separately, as well as in the kit.

Black Opal has completed the restructuring of their men’s shaving products line. All the old items are either gone or in limited supply. The shave gel and razor bump recovery treatment have been replaced in a one-for-one fashion. They are still available, just in different packaging and with slightly different names.
The three men’s shave products now available from Black Opal are bundled in the Black Opal Razor Bump Solution Shave System. The Anti-Bump Cleanser is only available as part of the kit which includes: Anti-Bump Cleanser, Anti-Bump Shave Gel and Anti-Bump Treatment.

Items in red are sold out:

For details, see below:

• Black Opal Pre-Shave Daily Cleanser- for a preshave cleanser (outside of the Black Opal Kit), the recommended replacements are below. All exfoliate and soften skin to provide a clean, drag free shave.
  • Ajuven Botanical Facial Scrub
  • African Male Smooth Face Scrub
  • Shaver’s Choice Towelettes
• Black Opal Clear Shave Densitizing Shave Gel- Black Opal has replaced it with a similar shave gel
  • Black Opal Anti-Bump Shave Gel
  • African Male Shaving Gel
  • Shaver’s Choice Foaming Shave Gel
• Black Opal After Shave Relief Lotion can be replaced with
  • Shaver’s Choice After Shave Skin Therapy
• Black Opal Razor Bump Recovery Solution is gone and has been replaced by
  • Black Opal Anti-Bump Treatment

Black Opal Blemish Defense Wash has been discontinued and is no longer available. If you have been using that product, please try Black Opal Skin Perfecting Blemish Wash.

Black Opal Maximum Strength Fade System is a 3 step system to fade dark spots and eeven out skin tone in as little as 14 days. Cleanse, moisturize and treat skin while protecting it from harmful UV rays. Reveals a glowing and even-toned complexion.

The kit consists of:

1. step 1- pre-fade complexion bar
   Use morning and night to cleanse way oil and makeup and to exfoliate dead skin cells. Prepares the skin for the fade process, allowing penetration of the active ingredients.- 6 fluid ounces
2. step 2- daily fade creme with hydroquinone and SPF15
   Maximum strength hydroquinone works all day to help fade dark spots and discoloration while it evens out skin tone. Moisturizers soften and hydrate and SPF15 protects from harmful UV rays- 2 fluid ounces.
3. step 3- advanced dual complex fade gel with hydroquinone
   Designed to complete a 24 hour fading cycle, maximum strength fade gel should be applied at night to continuously diminish the appearance of dark spots.- 0.9 fluid ounces

Black Opal Maximum Strength Acne System is a three step solution to clear up existing acne and to prevent future outbreaks. The daily regimen is maximum strength for maximum effectiveness.

By purchasing the products in a kit, you are assured of receiving products that work together to effectively control acne. The kit consists of:

1. step 1- Skin Perfecting Acne and Blemish Wash
   Effective lightweight foaming cleanser that contains a special blend of Salicylic Acid, Tea Tree Oil and Vitamins to prevent and clear blemishes without over-drying or stripping the skin- 6 fluid ounces
2. step 2- Pore Minimizing Toner
   Removes impurities and oil from acne prone skin without irritation. Purifies skin while minimizing the appearance of pores.- 4 fluid ounces
3. step 3- Anti Acne Lotion
   Apply to affected areas to help combat the bacteria that can cause acne. Helps clear up already visible acne and prevents future outbreaks before they start- 2 fluid ounces

Black Opal has discontinued their Advanced Dual Phase Fade Cream with Sunscreen. A new product will be announced very shortly that will replace this very effective treatment for dark spots on the face.

Black Opal has announced some new shades of three of their popular lipsticks:

True Tone Vitamin Rich Lipstick is now available in:

• Honeysuckle
• Sheer Plum

Patent Lips Liquid Lipstick is now available in:

• Orange Blaze

Dual Lip Liner Lacquer Duo is now available in:

• Wild Violet
• Fudge Brownie
• Cherry Blossom

Soap-free body wash deep clean and smoothes skin surface. Papaya enzymes and vitamins A, C and E leave skin smooth and refreshed.

Black Opal Papaya Daily Body Wash

Formulated with papaya enzymes to gently boost exfoliation (removal of dead skin cells) without irritation. Polishes skin to reveal smooth radiant skin underneath.

Black Opal Papaya Gentle Body Exfoliator

Contains 2% hydroquinone, the most effective fade medicine available without a prescription at the highest concentration available. Great for larger areas like knees, elbows and shoulders. Leaves skin smoother and brighter.

Black Opal Fade Creme Extra Strength

Cleanser for the body that exfoliates as it cleans, leaving skin smooth, soft and radiant. Removes the “ashy” dull gray cast. Infused with citrus to help minimize uneven skin tone.

Black Opal Foaming Body Polish

One of the very few fade creams for the body that does not contain hydroquinone. Special citrus extracts are used to help gently fade away dark spots. Especially good for knees, elbows and shoulders.

Black Opal Body Fade Creme Botanical Formula

Night time facial moisturizer that enhanced and renews skin.

Black Opal Rejuvenating Night Cream

2-in-1 Brightening Mask Scrub can be used as a deep cleanser and a mask in one step. Use one or two times a week to exfoliate and renew the surface of the skin.

Black Opal Brightening Mask Scrub

New dual-phase facial cleanser that removes dirt, oil and makeup without stripping skin and brightens skin naturally using botanical extracts.

Black Opal Balancing Cleanser

An all over body moisturizer with Shea Butter and Papaya. Nourishes and hydrates skin.

Black Opal Papaya Body Butter

A daily moisturizer with SPF 15 to protect against damage from the sun. When doing any fade treatment or exfoliation treatment, it is imperative to use a sunblock during the day to prevent hyperpigmentation from recurring.

Resurfacing and Moisturizing Lotion

Black Opal has discontinued Liquid Lip Lipstick in:

• Pure Patina
• Nude Scene

If you want to buy them while they are still available, click here. First come, first served.

When we sell out of the Black Opal Dual Lip Liner Lacquer Duo in Chocolate Mousse, we will not be getting any more. The color has been discontinued. Click here to buy it now.

Black Opal has halted production of the True Color Creme Stick Foundation in Carob. As soon as these are sold out, we will remove this color from the website. Click here to buy now.

Black Opal has stopped production of:

• Island Fuschia (sold out)
• Fantasia (sold out)
• Goddess (sold out)
• Midnight Plum
• Gleaming Fire

from its True Tone Vitamin Rich Lipstick lineup. As soon as we sell out of these colors, they will be gone for good. Click here to get them while they last. The other colors will remain in stock and we will be adding two more shortly (that will be announced in the blog).

Black Opal has discontinued production of all colors of its Simply Sheer Lipstick. As we sell out of the individual colors, we will remove them from the website. Click here to get ‘em while they last.

Black Opal has discontinued production of all colors of its Matte Plus Moisture Lipstick. As we sell out of the individual colors, we will remove them from the website. Click here to get ‘em while they last.

Black Opal has stopped production of its Blemish Control Astringent. As soon as we sell out of current inventory, it will be discontinued from our website. Click here to buy it now.

Black Opal has stopped production of its Oil Free Cleansing Gel. As soon as we sell out of our current inventory, we will discontinue it from our website.

Great replacement products:

• Black Opal Skin Perfecting Blemish Wash
• Treasured Locks Oil Defense Face Cle