The number of commercially produced chest binders - which can be safer and easier to wear than improvised ones - has exploded in the last decade, propelled by queer- and trans-owned businesses founded in response to personal and community experience. The good news is that there has never been a better time for anyone across the gender spectrum to shop for a binder. It’s generally worn for up to 5 days in a row.Photo-Illustration: The Strategist Photos: Retailersīinding is about loving the way you look and feel, but finding an approach that works for you is a series of balancing acts: between compression and comfort, between the full-coverage of your favorite chest binder and the plunging neckline of your new top, between the mental-health benefits of gender euphoria (and for some, increased safety moving through the world as a trans person) and the risk of physical injury if you wear a binder that is too tight or keep it on for too long. It can be worn in the shower, in the pool, or in the sea. You’re probably wondering, ‘Can I shower with trans tape?’ Yes, it’s very resilient. In addition, this works wonders for my dysphoria. As a result, I don’t have to take it off at night. ![]() It is much more able and less restrictive. Tape is more flexible than a traditional binder. In like manner, I would use oil to help with removal. Which makes taking it off much much more straightforward. This is the stage at which the glue becomes less effective. It remains firm and stays on fine when I shower and go swimming. So, how long does it last? The trans tape can stay on for around a week. KT Tape generally doesn’t have many issues with the corners lifting. You might like to try this technique if you have issues with corners lifting. Some people like to round the corners off to try and prevent them from lifting up. Consult your doctor or physician before applying. When binding for large chests, it’s often best to go with tape. Beware, whilst these creams are effective, they do sting! All forms of chest strapping do have their caveats. With the worst cases I’ve experienced, the sore patches healed up in 48 hours. Indeed, E45 cream will help heal it up in a swift fashion. When sore patches emerge, you can use a combination of:
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