At 71, Rosa Saito is turning heads in the fashion world, breaking through traditional age and beauty norms. Her journey to becoming a model began at age 68, defying expectations and inspiring people everywhere. Formerly known as Setsuko Saito, Rosa’s passion for creativity has been a constant throughout her life, even before stepping into the modeling spotlight.

Growing up as the daughter of Japanese immigrants in Brazil, Rosa’s early years were filled with art—drawing, singing, and writing. Her artistic spirit has always driven her, but life presented its share of hardships. Rosa spent her 20s caring for her ill mother, later raising three children alone after her husband’s passing. Yet, she maintained a deep love for gardening, which she describes as her source of peace and self-discovery.

At 68, Rosa’s modeling career began when approached by a modeling agency. After some reflection, she embraced the opportunity, eventually changing her Instagram to rosa.saito to make her name easier for fans to pronounce. Today, she is celebrated not just for her age-defying beauty but also for her authenticity and positivity.

Rosa’s beauty routine is refreshingly natural, reflecting her philosophy that beauty stems from within. Raised without chemicals, she relies on herbal remedies and natural oils, like aloe and coconut oil, staying true to her roots. Her real beauty secret? A positive spirit. “It’s about nurturing your thoughts and spirituality,” she shares. For Rosa, true beauty is kindness, confidence, and self-harmony—qualities she embodies on and off the runway.