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Can chest binders be harmful?
That said, even a dedicated binder is not without risk, and binding improperly or for too long can lead to chest and back pain, rib bruising and fractures, shortness of breath, overheating, and skin damage.
Where is a good place to get a chest binder?
The most well known places for getting a binder are gc2b and UnderWorks, but there are plenty of other places online that sell very good quality chest binders.
Is GC2B safe?
GC2B is the safest brand in general, but like any binder, it can cause shortness of breath and if you do anything that you shouldn’t (wearing it more than 8 hours, buying a smaller size than you should, etc.) it can cause injury.
Do any stores sell chest binders?
Gc2b is a well known online store that sells chest binders at a reasonable price. It’s a trans owned store that ships worldwide. They have a diverse size range and the binders are about as comfortable as binders can get. They arrive (generally) within a month from the USA in very discrete packaging with a return envelope is you need a replacement.
Does Walmart sell chest binders?
Chest binders are not a high selling and popular item, so they are most likely not going to be found in stores. Walmart does have Underworks binders that are available, but after checking my local store, they are only available online.
How much do chest binders cost?
Stick to the binders that have “extreme” in the name or description as a binder without this label may not give you the compression you hoped for unless you have a very small chest already. Prices range from $25-45 USD. gc2b Transitional Apparel provides high quality FTM chest binders at an affordable price, $33-35 .
Do binders work on larger chests?
Deysach says that tons of people use sports bras to bind, but actual binders that cover more of your chest will often give you a flatter profile overall. 6. If you have big breasts, don’t expect binding to be as easy and effortless as it looks in movies starring A-cup actresses.