Common questions 

Does wearing a girdle help flatten your stomach?

Joe Ford

Does wearing a girdle help flatten your stomach?

Although you may appear thinner when you wear a girdle, the girdle doesn’t strengthen or tone your abdominal muscles. Girdles just temporarily compress and redistribute fat and skin around the abdomen. When it comes to a flat stomach, diet and exercise — not undergarments — are what count.

What can I use instead of a corset?

A bustier dress is a great alternative to a corset on special occasions. It’s basically a dress with a top that serves as a corset; therefore, you do not need to wear a corset inside anymore. It highlights your curves and gives your body that hourglass shape you’ve always wanted.

What can I use instead of Spanx?

Check out these cheaper Spanx alternatives below:

  • Black Microfiber 360° Smoothing Ultra High Waist Short.
  • Miraclesuit Extra Firm Control High-Waist Brief.
  • Naomi and Nicole Wonderful U Bodybriefer With Firm Control.
  • Black Microfiber 360° Smoothing High Waist Short.
  • Nude Microfiber 360° Smoothing Ultra High Waist Brief Panty.

How do you lose belly fat with a girdle?

NO! Girdles do not reduce tummy fats! On the other hand, some studies have shown that wearing a girdle does not reduce tummy fats. It can only temporarily redistribute one’s fats to the right places and make you look slimmer for the time being.

Why Spanx are bad for you?

You could get acid reflux if you wear Spanx every day Worse yet, it can lead to or even exacerbate gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), acid reflux, and heartburn. So, if you find yourself experiencing severe heartburn symptoms every time you wear your Spanx, you may want to reconsider the undergarment choice.

Is Shapermint as good as Spanx?

Both companies offer good-quality products but we noticed that Spanx was a little more overpriced that Shapermint. But Shapermint actually made us feel good about our bodies and that we shouldn’t be ashamed of wearing something that makes us feel better about ourselves.

How do I make my shapewear not roll down?

Shapewear Hold Ups are my simple solution to the dreaded shapewear roll down. They are little straps that you loop around the sides of your bra and clip onto your shapewear. They help to hold everything in place, so you don’t need to worry about your shapewear suddenly rolling down when you least expect it!

How do you pick the right size shapewear?

Here’s a guide to choosing the best shapewear for you:

  1. STICK TO YOUR SIZE.
  2. CHOOSE MEDIUM CONSTRICTION TO SMOOTH LINES, STRONG CONSTRICTION FOR TOTAL FIGURE TRANSFORMATION.
  3. HIGH-WAIST IT FOR SMOOTH LINES THROUGH THE TORSO.
  4. TONE THE LEGS USING TIGHTS WITH BUILT-IN SHAPEWEAR.
  5. CHOOSE A FULL BODYSUIT FOR ALL-OVER SHAPING.

How do I know what size Spanx to buy?

Yes! Every product on Spanx.com has a size chart that is tailored to that specific product. You can find each size chart by going directly to the product page and then clicking on the link directly above the different size options (for example “Leggings Size Guide” on our Faux Leather Leggings page.)

Which is better skims or Spanx?

Both Skims and Spanx have a similar amount of body-sculpting spandex, 22 and 20 percent, respectively. While the difference isn’t as visible in my dress, the Spanx supported my stomach more and smoothed out my hips. But it didn’t live up to the lofty claim of a “tabletop-flat stomach,” as its website states.

Do Spanx really work?

1. It certainly does work. Spanx can really make you look five to ten, even fifteen pounds lighter. And these days Spanx even makes swimwear and swimsuits (along with Spanx for men)!

Does shapewear actually work?

Shapewear is a type of compression garment, which means that it works by pushing fat in and compressing your entire stomach area. Shapewear won’t work miracles, though. If you have a lot of fat on your stomach, your stomach may look smaller in shapewear, but it won’t necessarily look flat.

Is Honey Love shapewear good?

The shapewear does what is supposed to, and smooths you out, but it’s a BEAST to put on. I basically needed some help to side myself in. So all in all, it made me look nice for our photos…. HOWEVER, it was so uncomfortable and chafed in between my thighs to the point that I had scabs!

Can you buy Honeylove in stores?

While Honeylove, Skims, and Spanx all sell direct-to-consumer via their website, you can also purchase Spanx and Skims from certain department stores. Let’s take a look at the differences between these three brands and their products to help you determine what’s best for you.