What happens when you STOP

viewing yourself through someone else’s lens?

At 23, Alejandra—a woman of Dutch and Mexican heritage—began a transformative journey of self-discovery and self-love. In a society that often sexualizes women and imposes rigid beauty standards, she once struggled with her body image. Through introspection and a powerful shift in perspective, Bare Model Alejandra now embraces her natural body and inspires others to do the same.

Struggling with Society’s Beauty Standards

Alejandra candidly recalls feeling objectified and pressured to conform to society's narrow definition of beauty. For years, she tied her self-worth to physical appearance, longing to fit a specific mold for acceptance. Over time, she realized that true confidence cannot come from external validation—it must come from within.

Shifting Perspective: From External Validation to Self-Acceptance

The turning point came when Alejandra recognized that compliments or attention from others couldn’t fill the void inside. She understood that she had been seeing herself through the lens of men’s expectations, reducing her value to a mere object of desire. By celebrating her body at every stage of life, she discovered a deeper sense of self-worth.

Embracing Her Natural Beauty: A Liberating Photoshoot

In an empowering act of self-expression, Bare Model Alejandra participated in a raw, unfiltered OBARE photoshoot—without makeup. By capturing her authentic self, she challenged the notion that women must be “all done up” to be beautiful. Her message: beauty transcends superficial societal constructs.

Experiencing Body Liberation Through Art

Alejandra also explored the transformative power of nude photography—not to objectify herself, but to celebrate her body as art. Through this intimate and liberating experience, Bare Model Alejandra embraced her skin, curves, and emotions, allowing her a deeper relationship with her body.

Empowerment and Advocacy for Women

To women struggling with self-love, Alejandra offers a heartfelt message: recognize that mass media often manufactures beauty standards for ulterior motives. She encourages embracing personal standards, celebrating the body’s natural abilities, and honoring the miracle of carrying life.

Reframing Fitness: Mental and Physical Wellness First

Alejandra openly shares how the gym initially worsened her body dysmorphia. Over time, she shifted her focus from chasing an aesthetic ideal to prioritizing overall mental and physical well-being. She champions a holistic approach to fitness that celebrates health over appearance.

Looking Ahead: Fostering Self-Love and Acceptance

Alejandra’s vision is to empower women to connect deeply, beyond superficial expectations. She hopes to dismantle restrictive beauty standards, promoting a culture of self-love, acceptance, and holistic wellness.

May we all embrace our unique beauty, recognizing it as a force capable of changing the world—one empowered woman at a time.

Follow Alejandra on Instagram: @divinely.ale