Lupita Nyong’o stuns as the new cover girl for beauty brand Lancôme, as the first ad of her campaign is revealed.

Sharing a pic of her advertising the Teint Idole Ultra 24H Foundation, Nyong’o captioned the pic: “The secret I never intended to keep”.

As the first African woman to front the French brand, Lupita expressed her excitement to be a part of the ads.

"I am truly honoured to join the Maison Lancôme, a brand with such a prestigious history and that I have always loved," said the actress.

"I am particularly proud to represent its unique vision for women and the idea that beauty should not be dictated, but should instead be an expression of a woman's freedom to be herself,” she added.