Helps in reducing abdomen measurements while shaping the waist. With an every day use for a month, changes will be visible with up to a 5 inch reduction on the waist area. Accompanied with regular exercise and healthy eating, effects will be more permanent. Due to its latex components, this cincher requires proper posture. At the same time slims and flattens the abdomen. Made with latex on the outside and 100% cotton lycra on the inside cover.