Raising awareness for these issues while deconstructing toxic beauty industry standards has become a full-time job for Carmen Rene.

The creator also explained her own experience grappling with the space she occupies in the world.

She had an empowering message for folks out there trying to embrace the fullness of their bodies and selves.

Carmen Rene posing for press

“The days of restrictive shapewear are over!

Or at least they should be,” she added.

These collaborations have left Rene impressed.

Carmen Rene posing at BeautyCon

Shapermintis a community that focuses on body confidence and an online marketplace for size-inclusive intimate apparel.

Models wearing Shapermint