KYM MENZIES-FOSTER

Education & Training

ITEC Level 4 Beauty Therapy and Makeup – Harrow College, Middlesex

NVQ Level 2 Hairdressing – Barnet College, London

HD Makeup Training – BBC Studios, London

Airbrush Makeup – John Woodbridge, Ealing Studios, London

SFX and Media Makeup – College of Northeast London

Prosthetics Masterclass – Neil Gorton & Deborah Watson, Banijay Productions, Aylesbury

Fashion, Afro Hair Styling & Wig Application – Kevin Fortune Hair Academy, London

Camouflage Makeup Training – Flori Roberts Salon, London

Period Hairdressing – Creative Skills Studio, London

Skills: Expertise working with all skin tones and hair textures –  Specialist in makeup and hair for men and women of colour –  Cuts, wounds, and basic prosthetic application –  Airbrush makeup –  HD makeup artistry –  Tattoo cover and camouflage makeup –  High end Editorial and Red Carpet makeup –  Skinwork -Eyebrow tinting and shaping –  Lash and brow lamination and shaping – Manicures and gel nail polish application –  Waxing – Organising

Inspiration: I find endless inspiration in everyday life, especially people-watching in places like Camden, Brick Lane, and Peckham — vibrant hubs of diversity where the beautiful, the bold, and the extraordinary meet. My creative energy is fuelled by nature, global cultures, art, music, photography, dance, fashion, and the work of other creatives. Inspiration can come from anywhere.

Career Highlights: My first role as a makeup designer on ‘Three Little Birds’ was a dream come true, leading to a BAFTA nomination and an RTS Award for Makeup Design. One of the most surreal moments of my career came when Stevie Wonder personally invited me to join him on tour — an experience I will always treasure. Earlier in my career, I was invited to appear on Good Morning Britain with Lorraine Kelly, to raise national awareness about the urgent need for makeup products for women of colour.

Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of collaborating with extraordinary talents across television, fashion, music, and film. Every project, every recognition, and every opportunity that has seen my work published or onscreen is a reminder that the early mornings, long journeys, and late nights have all been more than worth it. Every job, no matter how big or small continues to inspire and energise me to create with passion and purpose.