Carmen Delgado Trouern-Trend

Carmen Delgado Trouern-Trend, 90, a beloved member of the St. Charles Borromeo Church community passed away peacefully in Bloomington, Indiana on November 3rd. Carmen was born October 2, 1934 to Leandro Delgado and Providencia Torres Delgado in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Carmen is survived by her loving son John Robert Trouern-Trend of New York, NY, her step-son John B.G. Trouern-Trend, MD and his wife Violet of Weatogue, CT, and her step-daughter in-law Carol Trouern-Trend of Collinsville, CT. She was blessed with 8 step-grandchildren and 23 step- great-grandchildren as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins. Carmen and her family moved to New Market, TN when she was 14 and then later moved to New York City where she attended Mabel Dean Bacon Vocational High School. As a cosmetology major, she graduated with high honors. That education, and subsequent receipt of her New York cosmetology license, enabled Carmen to secure her first job in the beauty industry with Richard Hudnut, a prestigious cosmetic firm on New York City’s Fifth Avenue. Carmen enlisted in the United States Air Force during the Korean War. She was stationed in Texas and Minnesota. Carmen returned to New York City to resume her cosmetology career following her honorable discharge from the military and the death of her husband. To continue her professional education, Carmen enrolled at Pratt Institute in Brooklyn, NY. It was here where she learned the European concept of skin care, studying with the famed makeup artist Christine Valmy and renowned fashion photographer, Francesco Scavullo. Carmen also studied in England, Austria, Canada, Japan, and France and later graduated from Purdue University’s Continuing Education program in Esthetics. Carmen had a Master Cosmetologist Instructor’s license in cosmetology and esthetics and she was a member of NCA “Esthetics America”. As the first Latin cosmetologist to work on Fifth Avenue, she practiced or consulted with such beauty houses as Henri Bendel, John Bernard, House of Revlon, Saks Fifth Avenue, and Elizabeth Arden; both in New York and Palm Beach. She was the creative make-up artist with Scavullo for Harper’s Bazaar and Vogue advertising layouts, for the premier of the film Camelot, and for the TV commercials produced by US Steel, Breck Shampoo and Emilio Pucci. She did advanced and character make-up with Vincent Kehoe and was a certified consultant for the “Look Good, Feel Better” program for cancer patients. Carmen still found time for professional and community involvement. She was one of twelve founding members of the American Association of Esthetics, a member of the National and Indiana Cosmetology Associations, and past vice president of the Indiana Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. She was a contributing writer for national and international fashion, beauty and esthetics publications and was a frequent guest lecturer on these subjects for radio and television. To provide a more tranquil family environment for her son, Carmen moved to Bloomington, IN, in 1968. Aesthetics was an unfamiliar profession in Indiana and she soon realized the monumental challenge of introducing the advantages of aesthetic services and training to the public. In 1971, Carmen opened her European aesthetic clinic in Bloomington, the first of its kind in Indiana. As interest grew in the profession, she organized and introduced chapters of AIA, SCAA and CIDESCO to the state, serving as regional director for each. The resounding success of her Bloomington clinic and the increasing popularity of aesthetics allowed Carmen to open her second clinic in Indianapolis six years later. In 1978, Carmen was the first American aesthetician to earn a CIDESCO International Diploma in London, which she considered to be the highlight of her accomplishments. In 1981, she accepted an invitation to implement and direct the Oasis Spa in French Lick, IN. Under her direction, the spa received national recognition for its innovative skin treatment programs, comparable to services offered by European spas and health resorts. Carmen was selected as “Role Model” by Minorities and Women in Business Magazine in 1992 and as a “Legend” by Dermascope Magazine in 1993. Her Bloomington and Indianapolis Clinics were two of the only four clinics in the USA certified as CIDESCO International Institutes. The Indiana Hispanic Chamber of Commerce honored Carmen as 1995’s Hispanic Person of the Year. Carmen credits her husband of 31 years, Dr. Kenneth Trouern-Trend, for many of her accomplishments, noting his constant encouragement and invaluable expertise as a researcher on skin properties and anti-viral agents. As a team, they were able to implement a successful statewide training seminar, simply titled “Health and Beauty”, where medical professionals shared their knowledge with aestheticians. Carmen believed that “The more you give, the more you will receive!” Carmen is proceeded in death by her parents, her husband Dr. Kenneth Trouern-Trend, her brother Juan R. Delgado and her step-son Anthony Trouern-Trend. Carmen lived a life full of joy, laughter, and adventure. A passionate dancer, Carmen could often be found at the Arthur Murray Dance Studio, where she shared her vibrant energy and love of dance with others. Her heart was just as lively as her spirit, and she found immense joy in traveling the world, grateful for the many countries she had the opportunity to explore. Carmen’s zest for life was contagious, and she brought happiness and light to all who knew her. She was a beautiful soul—vivacious, kind, loving, and full of grace. Carmen will be deeply missed by her family, friends, and all whose lives she touched. Her memory will live on in the hearts of those who were fortunate enough to know her. Visitation will be at Allen Funeral Home, 4155 S Old State Rd 37, Bloomington from 3:00–6:00 pm on Monday, November 11th. A Memorial Mass will be held at St Charles Borromeo Church, 2222 E 3rd St, Bloomington at 11:30 am on Tuesday, November 12th. Lunch will be served in the parish hall after Mass. Memories of Carmen and condolences to her family may be given at allencares.com

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Carmen Delgado Trouern-Trend

October 2, 1934 - November 3, 2024