Slimming clothes, also known as cosmeto-textiles: have you heard of them, ladies? These one-of-a-kind garments are designed to be worn underneath your everyday clothes. Here’s the lowdown on what they are, how they work, how to choose the right style and how to wear them day to day.
What is a slimming garment?
A slimming garment is a form-fitting piece worn underneath your regular clothes. They come in various styles: briefs, shorts, leggings… These are garments made from fabrics that contain microcapsules. These microcapsules are filled with slimming actives, such as caffeine or green tea, as well as skin-nourishing ingredients like shea butter.
While it may sound complex, the way they work is actually quite straightforward. You do still need to choose quality slimming garments, with microcapsules that contain the right actives.
How do slimming clothes work?
When you wear slimming garments, the friction of the fabric against your skin with every movement causes the microcapsules to burst, releasing their slimming actives. It’s almost like applying a slimming cream throughout the entire day!
That said, ladies, it’s important to make sure the microcapsules contain an active commonly used in slimming skincare, such as caffeine. And if you want these garments to help you achieve radiant-looking skin, you’ll also want to check that a moisturising active, like shea butter, is included.
Just like regular clothing, slimming garments come in multiple sizes, so everyone can wear one. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, always consult your doctor before use.
Shorts, briefs or leggings: which style should you choose?
Shorts, briefs or leggings: the right slimming garment is, first and foremost, the one that covers the areas you want to target. A pair of shorts, for instance, covers the waist, hips, thighs and bottom.
The cream that smooths the appearance of orange peel skin* and tones the skin
*Consumer test on 22 volunteers over 2 weeks, participants' self-assessment.
- Smooths the appearance of orange peel skin on the thighs, buttocks and stomach
- Caffeine & Green Coffee, the two benchmark active ingredients in body care
- Melting texture: absorbs in seconds and leaves the skin feeling comfortable
Whichever style you go for, the key thing is to check what’s in the microcapsules: a slimming active such as caffeine, paired with a moisturising active such as shea butter. Finally, pick the right size, so you get a garment that’s close-fitting yet comfortable, and one you’ll actually want to wear every day.
So, do they actually work?
When chosen wisely, slimming garments can earn a place in your routine as a complement. In short, they allow you to benefit from slimming actives throughout the day while moisturising your skin. The result? Smoother, softer-looking skin! And as a bonus, the friction of the fabric against the skin acts like a gentle massage. Combined with the slimming actives, this massaging effect helps you care for the skin on the areas you want to target. They remain a helping hand, though: they’re no substitute for a balanced diet or physical activity.
The Shorty Expert Amincissant is ideal if you want to take care of your figure around the waist, hips, thighs and bottom. Its microcapsules contain a genuine slimming serum made with caffeine and shea butter. Caffeine is the formula’s slimming active, while the shea butter protects and moisturises your skin, all day long.
How to use it effectively?
We recommend wearing the Shorty Expert Amincissant for at least 8 hours a day, 6 days a week. You can even wear it during your workouts! And don’t worry: once it’s on, you’ll barely notice the Shorty, thanks to its fine, flexible and soft fabric.
That said, the Shorty Expert Amincissant isn’t a magic garment, ladies! If you wear your Shorty but give in to a burger, a pizza, a croissant or a double caramel latte with extra whipped cream every single day, don’t count on it to do the work for you… A healthy, balanced diet is still the foundation.
Also keep in mind that wearing your Shorty should never be an excuse to skip your workout sessions. Physical activity is essential for staying in shape.
On the other hand, if you pair the Shorty Expert Amincissant with a healthy diet and regular exercise, it will give you a helping hand in caring for your love handles or saddlebags!
Frequently asked questions
Do slimming clothes make you lose fat?
No, they don’t act on body fat. They’re cosmeto-textiles: as the fabric rubs against your skin, their microcapsules release cosmetic actives, such as caffeine, along with moisturising actives like shea butter. They help you care for the skin on the areas you’re targeting, alongside a balanced diet and regular physical activity.
Do slimming clothes still work after washing?
The microcapsules gradually run out with friction and washing. Follow the care instructions on the label, and replace the garment once it has passed the period of effectiveness stated by the manufacturer.
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