FAQs
How long will I have to wait before seeing results when waist training?
A number of factors affect how long it will take for the effects of your waist training to become visible. It is important to be patient, results will vary for each individual as all our bodies are different! It could take anywhere between a couple of weeks and a couple of months.
However, for most of our customers results tend to be visible a couple of weeks after you begin wearing the garment for 8-10 hours every day. Results will depend on how long your breaking in period lasts (it typically takes a few weeks before you feel comfortable wearing it for 8-10 hours per day). Just remember that waist training is a gradual process and varies for each individual.
If I sleep in my Latex Waist trainer will I see faster, better results?
There is much debate surrounding the effectiveness of sleeping in waist trainers. At Besley & Co. we do not recommend sleeping in our Waist Trainers as sleep provides an important break from the strains the body and mind faces whilst undergoing the waist training process.
I have recently given birth. How long should I wait before using your products?
Waist-training is great for getting your postpartum body back into shape! Although we can supply you with advice and estimations, every woman’s body and experience of pregnancy/childbirth is unique.
For this reason we strongly encourage consulting your doctor for an opinion before us. However, typically you can often start waist training sooner after giving birth than you might think. We recommend waiting at least a couple of weeks after giving birth naturally, however if you have had a csection we advise waiting around 6 weeks or until your incision is fully healed.
I suffer from back pain. Will using a waist trainer help improve my condition?
Waist trainers are regularly reported by customers to relieve back pain and improve posture. This is because waist trainers force your back into an upright posture, preventing pain induced by slouching due to their strong latex structure and flex-boning. However, again, we do encourage consulting a doctor for a professional opinion prior to purchase, especially if you experience back pains/conditions
as they may be exacerbated by the use of a trainer.
Should I buy a size smaller than my current dress-size/waist measurement?
No. It is very important that you purchase the correct size for our products to work effectively. If you purchase a garment that is too small for you it will not only be uncomfortable but also less effective, causing bulges instead of seamless lines. Instead, many of our garments have adjustable closures and straps for a custom-fit to make you feel comfortable whilst achieving desired results.
*Please consult our Size-Guide to ensure you purchase the size perfect for you!
How often should I wash my garment/s?
How often you wash your garments is down to personal preference but please see our page on Garment Care for further information.
Can I tumble-dry my garments?
No. Do not tumble-dry, or dry Besley & Co. garments with any form of artificial heat. The garments will lose shape and elasticity, consequently lessening their life-span. Please head to our page on Garment Care for further instructions on how to dry your garments correctly.