I have over 15 years of experience in skincare, cosmetics, and perfume, working with world‑class brands and a broad client base. I thrive on pairing expert beauty guidance with a genuine passion for helping people feel confident in their own skin. My career spans one-on-one consultations, product education, and close collaboration with premium retailers and media productions, along with ongoing community service and outreach to empower women from diverse backgrounds. Beyond client-facing work, I have contributed to TV and film makeup projects in Bermuda and the UK, managed high-end brand events, and consistently delivered exceptional service to communities and organizations I care about. I’m dedicated to continuous learning in perfumery, fragrance evaluation, and cosmetic science, and I enjoy mentoring others in sales, skincare, and fragrance categories.

Opal Griffith

I have over 15 years of experience in skincare, cosmetics, and perfume, working with world‑class brands and a broad client base. I thrive on pairing expert beauty guidance with a genuine passion for helping people feel confident in their own skin. My career spans one-on-one consultations, product education, and close collaboration with premium retailers and media productions, along with ongoing community service and outreach to empower women from diverse backgrounds. Beyond client-facing work, I have contributed to TV and film makeup projects in Bermuda and the UK, managed high-end brand events, and consistently delivered exceptional service to communities and organizations I care about. I’m dedicated to continuous learning in perfumery, fragrance evaluation, and cosmetic science, and I enjoy mentoring others in sales, skincare, and fragrance categories.

Available to hire

I have over 15 years of experience in skincare, cosmetics, and perfume, working with world‑class brands and a broad client base. I thrive on pairing expert beauty guidance with a genuine passion for helping people feel confident in their own skin. My career spans one-on-one consultations, product education, and close collaboration with premium retailers and media productions, along with ongoing community service and outreach to empower women from diverse backgrounds.

Beyond client-facing work, I have contributed to TV and film makeup projects in Bermuda and the UK, managed high-end brand events, and consistently delivered exceptional service to communities and organizations I care about. I’m dedicated to continuous learning in perfumery, fragrance evaluation, and cosmetic science, and I enjoy mentoring others in sales, skincare, and fragrance categories.

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Experience Level

Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Beauty Advisor/Perfume Advisor at Chimera Recruitment
March 1, 2022 - Present
Beauty advisor and perfume consultant for Chimera Recruitment, representing high-end brands (Diptyque, Bobbi Brown, Laura Mercier, and NARS) at Harrods, John Lewis, and Harvey Nichols. Responsibilities included skincare consultation, product recommendations, and supporting brand events and promotions across flagship stores.
Professional Beauty Consultant at Mary Kay Cosmetics
January 1, 1996 - Present
Provide face-to-face skincare advice, makeup application guidance, body care, and perfume consultations. Responsible for servicing existing clients and introducing new products to both current and prospective customers, maintaining a customer base for over 15 years.
Beauty Advisor at Dr.Sebagh, Liberty London
October 1, 2024 - July 1, 2025
Consulted clients on skincare needs and purchases; maintained inventory; greeted clients at monthly Hydra-Facial events; transported Hydra-Facial equipment; reported sales and feedback from events; delivered express facial treatments.
Beauty Advisor at Estée Lauder, Selfridges
May 1, 2023 - October 1, 2023
Meet daily sales targets; introduce new product launches; perform color matching and makeovers; conduct skincare analysis; provide perfume consultations; deliver express facial treatments.
Sales Associate/Beauty Hall at Harrods, Knightsbridge
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
Consult clients on skincare and cosmetic purchases across 18 brands stocked, including Bioeffect, Tata Harper, and Shiseido; supported beauty hall operations and customer service.
Beauty Advisor/Perfume Advisor at Artisan People
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022
Collaborated with premium brands such as Hermes Beauty & Parfum, Origins, NARS, and Chanel; shifts primarily in John Lewis across Greater London.
Primary Make-up Artist at Bob James Entertainment Corp.
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2006
Primary make-up artist for short film Hearts on Fire; project submitted to New York Film Festival in 2006.
Sales Associate at Cecile’s Boutique
January 1, 1993 - January 1, 1994
Sales associate for Cecile’s high-end fashion boutique; consulted clients on wardrobe purchases for luxury brands such as Louis Feraud and Basler.
Beauty Consultant at Trimingham Brothers
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 1993
Beauty consultant for Clarins of Paris and Christian Dior; managed Men’s Fragrance Bar, maintained inventory, and helped organize fragrance launches.

Education

Practical training at The Perfumery Art School
January 1, 2017 - May 21, 2026
Certificate in Fragrance Evaluation: Analysis and composition of fragrances at Fashion Institute of Technology
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2011
Chemistry Major at Kingsborough Community College
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2010
Certification: Cosmetic Program/Cinema, Television, and Fashion Make-up at Make-up Designory School
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2006

Qualifications

Certification: Cosmetic Program/Cinema, Television, and Fashion Make-up
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2006
Certificate in Fragrance Evaluation: ABC’s of Fragrance Evaluation
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2011
Practical training in The Art of Perfumery
January 1, 2017 - May 21, 2026

Industry Experience

Retail, Media & Entertainment, Consumer Goods, Professional Services, Healthcare