Discover How Stripping Away the Filters Reveals the Kind of Beauty You’ve Always Had

In a society of ever-changing beauty standards, Bare Model Arielle Lopez shines like a Rigel star of self-love and empowerment. With Guatemalan, Dominican, Italian, and German roots, she celebrates her unique heritage and the ambiguous beauty it has given her, hoping to illuminate others to embrace their own beautiful cultures and identities.

Backside view of a woman in white lingerie highlighting cellulite, celebrating natural curves. — *Photo: Karlo Gomez / OBARE — Going Bare. No makeup. Unfiltered beauty*

From Guatemala to Los Angeles: A Journey of Identity and Insecurities

At just six years old, Arielle moved from Guatemala to Los Angeles. Now 28, she reflects on her struggle with body image and learning how to love herself.

With her curvy petite frame, she often compared herself to unrealistic ideals—a thigh gap, skinny legs, and a flat stomach. Over time, she realized chasing those standards only created more self-doubt.

Black and white photo of a curvy woman with no makeup, all-natural, wearing lace lingerie and a sheer bra outdoors, embracing her body with confidence. — *Photo: Karlo Gomez / OBARE — Going Bare. No makeup. Unfiltered beauty*

Fitness as a Tool for Empowerment

(Arielle’s typical workout day)

A turning point came when Arielle discovered fitness as a way to celebrate her body. Through consistency and determination, she began to see her body not for what it lacked, but for its strength and resilience.

(Pull-ups in progress… booty looking blessed)

Her journey clearly shows that beauty comes in all shapes and sizes—especially in her 5'1", 107 lb petite frame.

The Bold Barefaced Photoshoot

One of Arielle’s most pivotal moments was her OBARE photoshoot. She went completely without makeup—raw, unfiltered, and topless—embracing vulnerability as strength.

(Arielle removing her makeup for our no-makeup photoshoot.)

For the first time, she saw herself exactly as she was—inside and out. By going Bare, Arielle showed that confidence isn’t about covering up, but about celebrating your body as it is.

Arielle Lopez laying in the grass with no makeup, glowing in white vintage lingerie — *Photo: Karlo Gomez / OBARE — Going Bare. No makeup. Unfiltered beauty*

Arielle’s Topless Moment: Her Body as a Canvas

Going topless as a Bare Model gave Arielle freedom. She embraced her curves, stretch marks, and cellulite, turning her body into a living work of art.

“These natural aspects are beautiful testaments to the realness of the female body,” Arielle says.

Girl sitting in white lingerie showing natural cellulite on thighs, embracing body positivity. — *Photo: Karlo Gomez / OBARE — Going Bare. No makeup. Unfiltered beauty*

A Message of Self-Love for Every Woman

For anyone struggling with body image, Arielle’s advice is simple but powerful:

“Embrace your uniqueness, for you were born perfect.”

A reminder to anyone reading this: true confidence comes from within—letting your inner love radiate outward, attracting positive energy and opportunities that go far beyond fleeting beauty standards.

Arielle Lopez laughing joyfully outdoors in white vintage lingerie, holding a robe in the sunlight — *Photo: Karlo Gomez / OBARE — Going Bare. No makeup. Unfiltered beauty*

Why Arielle’s Story Matters

Trends come and go, but Arielle’s journey proves that loving yourself is forever. Her story inspires women to focus on what truly matters—personal growth, inner joy, and yes, a nice natural booty. J/k, LOL… I meant natural beauty (but booty love is timeless too)!

(A little BTS — with Arielle's natural curves stealing the show.)

Find Arielle on Instagram: @ariellelopezzz