An influencer who claims to have splashed out £758,000 on her quest for perfection, has revealed that her beauty has become a "prison". Brazilian model Janaina Prazeres recently hit the headlines after being crowned the 'Perfect Woman' by Playboy due to her body's proportions. But the 35 year old, who first went under the knife at just 18, is now questioning whether her stunning looks are more of a curse than a blessing.
With over 621,000 followers on Instagram , she admits that her new title and beauty come with significant drawbacks. "People expect me to be impeccable all the time," the Sao Paulo native told NeedToKnow. "Any small flaw becomes a reason for criticism.
If I'm without makeup, for example, I get comments saying I look like a completely different person. The expectation is not only exhausting but also distances me from living a more carefree and spontaneous life. My appearance has become a prison.
" Janaina is also fed up with people constantly objectifying her. She added: "Being too beautiful sometimes makes people view me as an object or a trophy. It is also difficult to maintain female friendships, as I often sense a competitive and envious atmosphere.
"This makes it hard to form genuine relationships. I have learned to stand up for myself and set boundaries, so that people respect me beyond my physical appearance. Any small flaw becomes a reason for criticism.
"Some work opportunities have even been limited because my beauty often overshadows my other qualit.