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Luxury Makeup Artist & Educator
Founder of Carrie Wilson Makeup
30+ years of artistry
Women 40+ expert
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Makeup pet peeve incoming. The makeup world is noisy and complicated for women over 40. Let’s simplify!#cwmakeup #makeupover40 #makeupmadeeasy #makeuplessons #makeup by @cwmakeup

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One woman, three branches of business, and thirty years of artistry. Which side of the Creative Wilson universe do you want to see more of? The brushes, the beats, or the behind-the-scenes? Drop a comment! #creativewilsoninc #cwmakeup #studioedison #djmua #over40 taken in Carrie Wilson Makeup by @cwmakeup

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Studio Edison is a place of beauty for so many reasons. Come sit in the chair, and experience luxury. ##cwmakeup #studioedison #makeupmadeeasy #tml taken in Studio Edison by @cwmakeup

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If your concealer ever looks gray or heavy, it’s missing a step. The secret to a fresh, awake undereye is a simple two-step routine:
1. Neutralize with a Brightener: Soft brightener tones instantly cancel out blue and purple tones. Tap a tiny bit only where you see darkness,and don’t forget the inner corner!
2. Lift with Concealer: Sweep your concealer across the entire undereye area over the neutralized skin, plus a dab at the outer corner blended upward toward the temple for an instant lift.
Pro Tip: Because the brightener does the heavy lifting, you need half the concealer—meaning zero caking and zero creasing all day.
Grab the brightener at the link in bio! Have you tried using one first, or are you still a one-and-done concealer girl?#cwmakeup #makeupover40 #concealer #makeupartist #naturalmakeupartist taken in Studio Edison by @cwmakeup

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Makeup trends come and go, but fresh, simple skin never goes out of style.

For years, we were taught to carve out our cheekbones with dark contour and top them with frosted highlighters. But in real lighting—outside of heavy studio filters—those extra layers often end up adding age and highlighting texture rather than flattering our features.

Modern makeup is all about refining, not redesigning. By simplifying your base and focusing on healthy, hydrated skin, you achieve a timeless look that feels like you, only elevated

What’s one trend you’re happy to leave in the past? #cwmakeup #makeupover40 #makeupmadeeasy #makeup #makeuplooks taken in Studio Edison by @cwmakeup

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Stop layering heavy foundation before you’ve even given your other products a chance to work.
A famous makeup artist once said something that completely changes how you should approach your face: EVERY product has coverage, not just your foundation.
Think about it…..your primer, color corrector, concealer, cream blush, and powder all carry pigment. When you slather on a thick full-coverage foundation right out of the gate and then layer all your other products on top, you’re instantly setting yourself up for a heavy, cakey look.
Here is the secret to a flawless, skin-like finish:
1️⃣ Start light. Apply a sheer layer or only spot-treat where you actually need it.
2️⃣ Build in micro-layers. Let your concealers, blushes, and bronzers add their own coverage naturally as you go.
3️⃣ Assess at the end. You’ll realize you needed way less foundation than you thought.
Small, thin layers win every single time.
Drop a 🙋‍♀️ in the comments if you’re guilty of over-applying foundation, and save this post for your next makeup routine! #cwmakeup #makeupover40 #makeupmadeeasy #makeup #makeupartist by @cwmakeup

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How do you apply blush? Keep it above the bone for lift! #cwmakeup #makeupover40 #makeupmadeeasy #blush #makeuptips taken in Studio Edison by @cwmakeup

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When you’re looking for an everyday makeup look, I suggest focusing on basics. What would I suggest staying away from? Highlighter, contour, primer etc. #cwmakeup #contour #makeupmadeeasy #makeuptips #makeupover40 taken in Studio Edison by @cwmakeup

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How do you know what to do with your makeup routine when seasons changed? Here are a few tips to help you get ready for fall.#cwmakeup #fallmakeup #makeupmadeeasy #makeup #makeuptips by @cwmakeup

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Special event coming up? New job interview? Photo shoot? Date night? Wedding? I’d be honored to create the perfect look for you. #cwmakeup #makeup #makeuplooks #makeupartist #makeupartist by @cwmakeup

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Dealing with midday shine but still want a little extra coverage? A dual powder is your secret weapon. Instead of dusting a translucent formula all over, press a dual-finish powder gently into specific areas like your T-zone to absorb oil and blur imperfections. It delivers an extra touch of pigment exactly where you need it, keeping your skin looking naturally fresh, dimensional, and radiant without ever looking heavy or cakey. Comment “POWDER” below for more information!#cwmakeup #makeupartist #makeup #powder #makeupover40 by @cwmakeup

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