Carmindy

For 10 years, viewers relied on Carmindy to provide expert makeup guidance on TLC’s "What Not to Wear." Beyond beauty tips, she championed a confidence-boosting approach to help women appreciate their unique beauty.

Carmindy taught viewers about embracing their individuality and avoiding negative self-talk. She emphasized that all women, of any age and with any features, deserve to celebrate themselves. This philosophy led her to establish Carmindy & Co, a range of color cosmetics formulated for all women irrespective of age or skin type.

Carmindy's career path was shaped by her aspirations to travel the globe as a makeup artist, an ambition she nurtured since her childhood in Southern California. Her journey took her to artistic locales such as Paris, Brazil, and Havana, and she has lived in cities including Los Angeles, Milan, Miami, and currently New York. Here, she has solidified her reputation as a top makeup artist and beauty expert.

She is the author of four best-selling beauty books: "The 5 Minute Face," "Get Positively Beautiful," "Crazy Busy Beautiful," and "Bloom." Carmindy’s editorial contributions are featured in top magazines such as Self, Cosmopolitan, Conde Nast Traveler, and InStyle, highlighting her widespread influence in the beauty industry. Known for her regular television appearances, Carmindy is also a respected keynote speaker, engaging audiences on topics such as beauty, self-esteem, and women's empowerment.

In her public talks, Carmindy shares practical beauty tips and emphasizes the importance of internal beauty. Her makeup philosophy encourages enhancing features with subtle color rather than concealing behind heavy makeup, advocating for a liberating and empowering approach to beauty.

In addition to her television and magazine endeavors, Carmindy actively engages with her audience through social media and her personal blog, continuing to offer valuable beauty advice. Her professional engagements have included collaborations with prestigious brands such as Maybelline, Sephora, and Clairol. "What Not to Wear" remains accessible on Netflix and has a global syndication, extending her influence and continuing to inspire viewers worldwide.