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How to Choose the Right Faja

Choosing the right faja isn’t about going as tight as possible — it’s about purpose, fit, and comfort. Use this guide to understand what to look for before you buy.

1. What Do You Need Your Faja For?

Start with why you’re wearing it. This determines everything else.

  • Daily Wear: Light to medium compression for long hours, work, or everyday activities

  • Special Events: Medium to firm compression for a smooth, sculpted look under fitted outfits

  • Postpartum: Supportive but comfortable styles (per provider approval)

  • Post-Surgery (BBL, Lipo, Tummy Tuck): Stage-specific recovery fajas designed to support healing

  • Waist Training / Sculpting: Structured styles for shaping over time (advanced users)

 Wearing the wrong type for your purpose can cause discomfort or poor results.

2. Choosing the Right Style

Fajas come in many styles — the right one depends on coverage and outfit needs.

Common styles include:

  • Shorts / Long Shorts: Smooth thighs, lift glutes, great under dresses and jeans

  • Panty / Cachetera: Minimal coverage, ideal for short dresses

  • Mid-Thigh / Knee-Length: Best for leggings and fitted pants

  • Strapless: Perfect for dresses and special events

  • Full-Body / Built-In Bra: Post-op or all-over smoothing

  • Waist Trainers / Corsets: Focused waist sculpting

 Think about what clothes you’ll wear it under.

3. Fabric Matters (A Lot)

Different fabrics create different experiences.

  • Powernet: Strong support, breathable, common in Colombian shapewear

  • Microfiber / Lycra: Smooth, invisible under clothes, comfortable for daily wear

  • Cotton Lining: Gentle on skin, ideal for recovery and long wear

  • Thermal Latex (Front Panels): Adds heat and structure (not for latex-sensitive clients)

 Fabric affects comfort, compression, and visibility under clothing.

4. Understanding Compression Levels

Compression should match your experience level and purpose.

  • Light: Gentle smoothing, beginner-friendly

  • Medium: Visible shaping with comfort (most daily styles)

  • Firm: Strong sculpting and posture support

  • Extra-Firm: Advanced compression for experienced users or special use

 More compression is not always better — especially for daily wear.

5. Choosing the Right Cut for Your Body Type

Your body shape plays a big role in fit.

  • Hourglass: Hourglass-cut styles that cinch the waist and allow room at hips

  • Pear Shape: Strong abdominal control with hip-friendly cuts

  • Rectangle: Waist-defining styles to create curves

  • Inverted Triangle: Wider waist openings for comfort and balance

  • BBL / Very Curvy: Free-hip or BBL-specific styles with minimal glute compression

 A good cut enhances your shape — it should never fight it.

6. How to Measure Yourself Correctly

Always measure without sucking in.

You’ll need:

  • Waist: Smallest part of your waist

  • Hips: Widest part of hips/glutes

  • Torso Length (optional): Bust to crotch for full-body styles

Use a soft measuring tape and stand naturally.

7. Size Chart & Fit Notes

  • Always choose size based on waist measurement, not clothing size

  • If between sizes, size up for comfort

  • Post-op or swollen? Always size up

  • Different styles may fit differently — this is normal

 That’s why personalized guidance is always recommended.

Need Help Choosing?

If you’re still unsure:

  • Take our Mini Fit Quiz for quick guidance

  • Or book a 1-on-1 Fit Consult for a full personalized assessment

We’re here to guide you — not guess.