How to Keep a Waist Cyncher from Rolling Up

Co-authored by Elle Monus

Last Updated: December 11, 2022 References

Waist cinchers can give you a smooth hourglass shape, but if they do not fit properly, they might roll or bunch up. If you have problems with your cincher rolling up, make sure that you are wearing it properly. If it still won't stay, tape and safety pins can help keep it in place. Most rolling issues come from improperly sized or manufactured products, so you may have to buy a new one. Get one that both looks and feels great to prevent rolling issues in the future.

Method 1

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Putting on the Cincher

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Stretch the cincher before you put it on for the first time. Pull both ends several times before trying to wrap the cincher around your waist. While the cincher should feel a little tight on you, you should be able to fit into it snugly.^{[1]
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- If your cincher has hooks, you should be able to attach the hooks one at a time in front of your waist. If you can't, stretch it a little more.
- If your cincher is a latex band, you should be able to step into it and pull it up to your bust without any problems.
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Make sure the cincher is the right side up. Many waist cinchers come with a panel of elastic that runs along the bottom. This band should be placed around your hips. If you accidentally wear the cincher upside down, it will not fit properly.^{[2]
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- This should not be a problem if you have a panty style waist cincher or one with leg openings.
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Pull it up as high as it will go. Once the cincher is on, you should tug at it so that the top band is sitting comfortably above your waist. This will help give you a flatter shape while preventing bunches and rolls in the cincher.
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Wear an underwire bra on top of the cincher. Tuck the top of the cincher under the wire. The bottom of the bra will pin down the top of the cincher. Long line bras that extend down below the breasts will also help keep the cincher in place.^{[3]
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- Some waist cinchers come with hooks that will attach to your favorite bra. These can help keep your cincher in place.

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Keeping It in Place

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Tape it down with double-sided tape. Put the cincher on as you normally do. Once you have adjusted it, place a few pieces of double-sided tape inside of the waistband and leg openings. Press down to help keep your cincher in place.
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Wash your cincher according to its label. Many waist cinchers require special care, such as hand washing or dry cleaning. If you don't follow these instructions, the cincher's material could weaken, causing it to bunch up.
- The care instructions are usually located on a tag on the inside seam of the cincher.
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Attach it to your bra with safety pins. Place one safety pin on each side of the cincher. This will keep it firmly attached to your bra. If your cincher rolls at a certain spot, you can put the safety pin there. Be careful not to stick yourself with the pin!^{[4]
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Buying a Cincher

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Find a cincher with a silicone grip around the band. This will look like two clear strips running around the inside of the band at the waist and legs. This will grip your skin as you wear the cincher, preventing it from rolling.
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Try on the cincher to make sure that it is the right size. A cincher that is too small will bulge and roll up while a cincher that is too big may slip down. Always try on the cincher before purchasing.
- Try to get a cincher that is the same size as your normal pant size.^{[5]
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- If it is uncomfortable to breathe in your waist cincher, it is too small.
- It is necessary to have the right size. If your shapewear rolls, it may not be the right size.
- Size up for a better fit or replace stretched and worn-out items.
- Invest in quality pieces. High-quality shapewear will hold and stay far better because of their fabric selections.
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Choose a high waisted style. Low waisted cinchers can roll down over the belly or cause unwanted bulges. High waisted styles will smooth out your entire stomach, and they are less likely to roll.
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Consider buying one with boning. Steel or plastic bones will keep the cincher in place. If a normal latex cincher isn't working for you, try finding one with boning instead.

Warnings

Do not sleep in your waist cincher or wear it for longer than eight hours. Wearing the cincher for too long can cause organ damage.^{[6]
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