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go to this address and it has at least 34 reviews on it. It originally was the 'slim n shape' and now is called the 'kymaro', but it's the same thing, same design.
Here's the address: http://www.qvc.com/qic/qvcapp.aspx/app.detail/params.item.A1562#reviews
March 8th, 2008 at 9:41 am
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The product is terrible. I too bought a size larger than I normally wear because of the sizing chart that they had online was a little vague. It has two lines with different bra and cup sizes.
You’re supposed to pull the top up like a bathing suit. But even though I bought the larger size, I couldn’t even get it past my knees. Made me feel larger than I am. Not worth the money and a ripoff for the return. While I know that you never receive the shipping for returns. It cost less than buying it.You were reading a complaint about UbuyEZ.
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1. Written by Karen Bagdonovitch, on 08-03-2008 11:09
I was up at 5:30 am and without coffee, I ordered the Kymaro torso shaper and “free” pants. It sounds like 39.95, plus lightweight shipping, but by the time you pay their extreme extras that they claim are for postage (a few ounces that were sent in the same box) which totalled
9.95 TWICE, you get a little box in a few days which has cost you a grand total of $59.85. Informercials are all the same, and they asked me for my email so they could “send me mail tracking.” I should have had my coffee before ever talking to these people with too much information, & I wish I’d checked these boards on the internet, because now, curiously, I’m being bombarded with spam. NOT a coincidence. Does the product work? I put it on and the only difference was discomfort. I probably lost a few pounds struggling to pull it on, but that’s about it. I still have my bulges, no change, but with the thick elastic over them, they’re just more uncomfortable.The waist is real bad, because the top section rolls at the bottom, making more of a bulge than I started with. I measured myself with a tape measure. Before and after are just the same. I don’t believe the women in their ads–it’s a joke, and the only weight you’ll appear to lose is the wad of money you’ve lost. When I mail the top back for a refund, I’ll still lose 20 bucks, and I’ll have the pants, and I could have bought these on eBay for about 7 bucks. I’m a size 8-10. Maybe they work better for larger women, but for me, this has taught me a lesson. No more infomercials. I hope I don’t have to change my email account now, because I know they made even more money selling my information to whoever. My advice to anyone who wants to try this product, skip the TV, and buy it on ebay for cheap, and no strings attached.
March 17th, 2008 at 12:56 pm
oh thank you for your advice, I was about to buy this thing but wanted to do a little research on it b4 I get them; it seems that it’s a waste product, am changing my mind i’ll rather go and get it from a store. you are so so helpful
thank you
March 18th, 2008 at 10:20 am
I am recovering from surgery, found myself staring blindly at the same infomercial. Rather than calling them or doing the website, I checked ebay express and found the top (the only part I was interested in) for a grand total of 22.00 (including shipping and handling). At least if it is total BS, I am not out that much money,
April 11th, 2008 at 9:40 am
Im so glad I seen this before I made the mistake of buying it.My mom was about to get it too! Its for my wedding this month.I would have been really disappointed.
April 17th, 2008 at 6:14 am
I bought it. Yes upset about the misleading price issue. I’ve never used the bottoms. I use the top a lot. You have to leave it on your skin, in other words, pull your underwear up over it otherwise it rolls up and is horrible. I wear it mostly because of the support it offers for my back but yes, I am smoother and less jiggly. Like the commercial? HECK NO. but if you purchase it on ebay and dont pay the $60 bucks, it is not a bad girdle type of product. there is no substitute for exercise. we all know this and yet we consistently fall for this type of b.s.
April 25th, 2008 at 4:01 pm
I wish I had looked into the kymaro body shaper better before I bought it. What a scam. It hardly fits and it rolls up and it sure does not take away the wrinkles. I am out of alot of money for nothing. P
May 4th, 2008 at 7:13 am
Ladies, thank you, thank you, thank you for posting these reviews. I was just about to fall victim to this infomerical scheme myself and now I’ve changed my mind. Just like mom always said..”if it looks too good to be true and sounds too good to be true, it probably IS”!
May 15th, 2008 at 7:28 am
Thank you so much ladies for posting these comments!!! I was just about to order this product.. darn, it did look good…. thanks again and have a wonderful day!
May 16th, 2008 at 7:14 am
I was reading all the negative comments re: Kymaro shapers yesterday and I was so discouraged. I had splurged on the “whole pkg” ( 2 tops, 2 bottoms in both colors plus the rush shipping) as a birthday present to myself, The total was around $80 and had not yet received them. They were on my porch when I got home. Now the good news. THEY FIT LIKE A DREAM AND I LOVE THEM !!!!!!! I had ordered them over the phone and the lady I talked to asked my sizes and I was honest with her. You do have to pull the bottom on over the top or it will roll up. Of course I am still a size 13/14 but I am wearing an outfit I would not have worn since gaining 20 pounds..gotta work that off…and I feel GOOD in it..Deb
June 4th, 2008 at 4:24 pm
Interesting comments, I was about to say no way am I now purchasing this but then I just read the last comment. I will go on ebay and purchase it
June 10th, 2008 at 3:45 pm
Hello!
I was really upset when I called to order this product. I was told that a 9.99 per piece handling and shipping charge will appear. Now a 39.00 order with 2 free items (bootom and top) will not cost 79.99.
I ordered this on eba;y for 29.99 plus 5.95 for shipping.
I must be honest. I ordered this 1 size bigger and I must say I truly love it.
For the first time in a long time I feel great in my low waisted jeans. This product really worked for me.
June 14th, 2008 at 11:20 am
Okay, saw the infomercial, but after readind these reviews I am a bit sceptical. what the hell, I’ll take a 70.00 risk. I’m a size 8 w/ 2 kids. I’ll keep you posted on the fit when I receive it. until next time…
June 19th, 2008 at 8:32 pm
I bought the Kymaro shaper(top and bottom) at ebay express for less than the official website(abt $40 with s/h). I just wanted the black, so it was fine that I received one. I ordered the large size(I’m a size 10-12 and it’s true to size), and I have to say that I really like the top. I wear it mostly because I have major(very severe)lower back problems(disc herniation/disintegrating)as well as minor scoliosis, and I needed something that will help with my posture and delay the pain. I have to say that the Large size was true to size and really works with my posture. I also received lots of compliments and questions on how much weight I lost and how I did it. I don’t know about the 2 dress sizes less part, but my size 10 well fitting jeans looked fantastic, the “girls” were at attention, and my posture was perfect. I tucked the top into the bottoms or panties(or whichever I wear at the time). I wasn’t hot or sweaty(wore this at beginning of the hideous humid weather on the East Coast in late May/early June. The best way is to step into and pull the top over the hips(put the bottoms on first to make it easier, I DO HAVE HIPS!!)and up the torso. I’m thinking of getting just the top, as I have lots of bottom shapewear already. Still cheaper to get it at ebay express($10 cheaper than the official site)
July 9th, 2008 at 8:32 am
I ordered it as well, hasn’t gotten here but the price was ridiculous. 89 dollars total without the gifts!!! If it doesn’t work -ll probably give it away. At least I won’t lose as much as returning it.
July 12th, 2008 at 12:03 pm
I love the top, feels good, easy care. No complaints.
July 31st, 2008 at 1:57 pm
My mother just purchased the top and she loves it. It takes all of her rolls away. I am going to ebay to buy one myself. I don’t know what people are complaining about. I think she looks great with it on. Some people will never be happy, nothing is a substitute for exercise and diet. All girdles that remove rolls are a little stiff and could roll up. Her top hasn’t rolled up and she wears it by itself.
September 1st, 2008 at 5:17 am
OMG. I was going to order this, but something told me to look it up an i did. Tks so muc ladies. m sooooooooooooooooooooooo glad tat i did not spend the what i thought was going to be about 50 bucks, cause thats all i had in my account.LOL. Again tks.
September 5th, 2008 at 7:52 pm
Thanks so much! I too, was about to invest. Am certainly grateful for all the testimonies. You guys are a blessing to the unsuspecting consumer. LET THE BUYER BEWARE! I’ll just do what Angie says and work harder at the diet-and-exercise.
September 10th, 2008 at 10:24 am
ME TOO! THANKS FOR THE GREAT INFO ON NOT BUYING THIS PRODUCT. I HAVE BEEN SUCKERED IN BEFORE ON AN INFOMERCIAL AND WAS ABOUT TO BE AGAIN, BUT THANKS. THIS TIME I AM SAVED.
September 11th, 2008 at 6:12 pm
i have a question how do you go by the sizes of the chart for the top it has two different sizes.if you wear a bra size 34c what size top would that be.I also wear size large shirts.
September 13th, 2008 at 7:29 pm
TGTBT…too good to be true…i too was tempted to buy this kymaro shaper after see the infomercial…but i learn to research & review products first…& thanx to you ladies for answering my questions….kymaro body shaper..rolls up, is tight like a corset, it is not light as see on TV & the rip off S&H for the so called freebies…HA…i will now go to Marshalls Store & purchase my body shaper…cos i can return it with out any BS………Judy, NJ
September 15th, 2008 at 2:34 pm
I would say that ANY positive comment on this product is left by a Kymaro employee that is desparate to save their livelihood! This company is a huge con game!! The product is the same as Spanks although much more like grandma’s uncomfortable girdle and doesn’t hold anything in better! They refuse to give you ALL of your money back and refuse to give you the name of the CEO so you can write to complain… although the address is on your packing slip to write to “him”… I am sure the bin they go into at the back of the building is labeled “suckers”!! Not only that, but the staff on the phones are rude! I am 5′ 9″ and weigh 180 lbs. and simply wanted the baby belly that will never snap back to my original belly to lay a little flatter and when I told the girl it fails to live up to ANY of it’s claims, let alone a pant size drop of 2 or 3 sizes she had the audacity to say, “Well, it won’t take off 20 lbs.”… If I could have stuck my hand through the phone and smacked her smug little face I might have!! DO NOT WASTE YOUR MONEY OR AGGRAVATION!!! No matter how many positives you read, you don’t think a company that feeds off the insecurities of women wouldn’t be smart enough to plant good marketing out there where their detractors reign??
September 18th, 2008 at 11:49 am
I purchase the item on 7/28/08. Paid 49.90. I never received the Kymaro body shaper, they are a big rip off. The phone number is just a recording no one calls you back. I will report them to the better business bureau because I do want my money back.
September 20th, 2008 at 3:47 pm
Hi,
I just wanted to say I purchased the whole package (bought one set,got another free) for my birthday over the phone,received it within a week!
To start I had found it hard to get over my hips but I put the pants on first,then the bodyshaper and I tell you what I feel taller and my bulging tummy which never used to be there before kids has gone and I can wear my nice tight tops and feel good again!
I would recommend the bodyshaper,shout yourself and feel good knowing that people comment which makes it all work while,even my husband!
October 3rd, 2008 at 10:18 am
I like this thing. I find it helps alot. Although you may have to grease yourself to get it on I really think it smooths you out.
October 10th, 2008 at 8:24 pm
I just bought this and really like it, took away the bulges. I do not work for the company!! I think I will try for a black one now. The sizing is different, I am a 34-36DD and they said it would be between a med to large. I bought the med and it fits really well. I have about a 31″ waist and not a lot of hips.
October 20th, 2008 at 3:00 pm
I have 4 children. 4,3,and 2 yr old twins. I recently had a tumor removed from my abdomen and radiation soon after. So its neccesary for me to wear something around my abdomen when I start the day. I saw the informercial, I ordered the product because the 2 “binders” the surgeon gave me after my surgery no longer fit. I LOVE THE PRODUCT. Im only a size 8 even after the 4 children,but I still have that extra skin and pudge around my midsection like most moms. With this on,there’s no extra anything hanging over anywhere, its great!! I find that the tan one is more elasticy than the black. I like the way the black one feels better.It is snug,but does the trick…even in a little black dress,not just jeans… I’d order it again,easily.
October 21st, 2008 at 1:24 pm
I ordered my body shaper and when I got it, I couldn’t get it on! I tried calling customer service and I couldn’t get through so I went to their website www.ubuyez.com and emailed them and got a response right away. They told me to soak it in cool water for 40 minutes with some detergent and lay it flat to dry and that would help. I tried it and it was easier to get on and not as scratchy. I wouldn’t recommend using it for a long period of time because it is pretty tight still but it worked fine for a business dinner I had and it really did help. Once you get the right size, its not that bad of a product.
October 25th, 2008 at 9:54 am
I have read the comments and am baffled at those who don’t like it. I do NOT work for the company, nor any affiliate.
Over the years I’ve managed to put on 50 extra pounds and am not happy with how I look. My clothes don’t hang right and I always feel fat. This product does NOT make me into a size 8, but it does take 2 inches from my waist (I measured), and slim and smooth my stomach and back. Best of all, it makes the girls look 19 again. (please, make a bra that does this) I also find it helps my back and I stand up a lot taller. I have worn the top for 18 hour stretches and it never rides up or binds. My only problem is that I have sensitive skin, and in the extreme heat it sometimes itches a bit. But I don’t even know I’m wearing it most of the time. I don’t use the pants, as I still have relatively slim legs and the top goes down to my pelvic area so does the job for my tummy. I have had several people ask if I’ve lost weight. And, my daughter also uses the top and looks 20 pounds thinner, not to mention, perkier.
Those who are so against it, may I suggest you call to get a different size? It would seem that you may have misordered. Customer service is fast and cheerful and will exchange articles without a hassle. Also, once I washed it the first time, it was much easier to pull up. The first time was a bit difficult.
October 27th, 2008 at 6:37 am
I am so confused with the good and bad comments. I am relatively thin (size 6) but have sagging skin and excess fat on my stomach/tummy from to too much weight gained with my two pregnancies. I thought this would be a quick fix as opposed to getting a tummy tuck that is risky and unaffordable for me. But who do I believe with these comments? How do they get the people in the commercials to look so much better? They can’t airbrush on tv. I am just still being hopeful to find something that I can get that will help me look better in my clothes.
Thank you all for your feedback! Except for those “if any” that have been untruthfull in their comments for their own selfish purpose. That would be mean because some people such (like me) rely on other folks honest opinion to make a decision on purchasing a product.
October 31st, 2008 at 9:54 am
This product is a total ripoff!!! Not to mention it’s wayyyy too expensive for what it is, plus it makes you itch. Thank goodness I’ve never been really heavy (except for being pregnant), but since retiring I’ve gained 20 lbs. After seeing their infomercial I decided that this was just the thing for me so I could (maybe)once again wear my clothing which has been just hanging in the closet, so I ordered the top and also got the “free” (what a joke)bottom. I tried both pieces on and then tried to get into a skirt which is a size 12 (but I now wear a size 14). Wrong! There wasn’t that much difference in my waist size and I’m still almost $60 poorer!!! I don’t know how they do it on TV, but it didn’t work at my home. The only thing slimmer is my wallet.
October 31st, 2008 at 10:28 am
I agree with Maureen. I didn’t get the correct size the first try but they exchange all the pieces if they don’t fit! I would suggest adding 10lbs to your weight and going by that since they can run a little small at first. I never tried soaking it, but I can assume that would help. Its also completely washable in warm soapy water. There are a lot of products out there that I have tried and some left a lot to be desired. I must say that the Kymaro Shaper was my best bet to date. If you go online, you can email them and they are quick to respond. I would suggest giving it a try–it definitely worked for me!
November 1st, 2008 at 6:45 am
Tracy - what size did you order? I’m just a litle taller than you and about the same weight.
I’m 5′10, a 38DD and wear a size 14 now. I’m working my way back into my size 10’s but could really use a garment that gives me back support and could use a little smoothing out until I can get back into Pilates.
Anyone have a size suggestion? I was going to order it off eBay to save $$$.
November 2nd, 2008 at 10:39 am
Hey gals….it is true “if it sound to good to be true it probably is” I was going to order but revisited my “spanx” now thats the deal….yea somewhat uncomfortable but fro what I am reading about the Kymaro…it doesn’t even do the job while being uncomfortable.
November 2nd, 2008 at 4:40 pm
hi they advised me size 16 to 18 for our top size grrrrrrr I was a size 12 going on 13 bottom// now..but guess what.. I got in my my sze 12 jeans with no probs
November 3rd, 2008 at 5:23 pm
Thank god i did not buy i was this close to hitting the order key but i guess i saved myself $60 bucks. Ill join Weight Watchers for 2 months for that money and maybe Ill lose the 10lbs Im hiding. Thanks guys thanks a million
November 4th, 2008 at 12:13 pm
I was watching the infomercial about the body shaper and they had several larger size women looking slimmer after putting the body shaper on under their clothes. I was going to order it but something told me if this product is very good for larger women such as myself, why is the model on the infomercial so skinny. I think if this is a wonder product for larger women to look smaller, then they should have a larger women modeling the shaper. The infomercial shows the thin model with the top and bottom body shaper on.
November 4th, 2008 at 12:22 pm
I was watching the infomercial about the body shaper and they had several larger size women looking slimmer after putting the body shaper on under their clothes. I was going to order it but something told me if this product is very good for larger women like me, why is the model on the infomercial so skinny. I think if this is a wonder product for larger women to look smaller, then they should have had a larger woman modeling the shaper. The infomercial only shows the thin woman modeling the top and bottom body shaper.
November 5th, 2008 at 11:21 pm
I ordered the top only on eBay for $29.99 and shipping was free. After reading all the negative comments, I got worried, but when I got the item, I’m satisfied with it. I’m not back to a size 2, but it did help flatten my post-baby stomach enough to make me not look pregnant anymore. It also helped with boosting my bust up. It’s also not too uncomfortable. It’s comfortable enough to wear it under my clothes all day. I think it also helps with my posture.
November 7th, 2008 at 4:00 am
I’ve been going back and forth with this product ever since I saw the infomercial a couple months ago. I’ve been looking into something I can wear under my wedding dress next year, but I thought I’d check out the reviews first. And now I’m even more confused. A lot of the positive comments are mixed, some sound like the girls from the commercial and some sound legit. For those who may have found a better product: can you reccomend something so I don’t have to feel scammed by Kymaro OR ebay? I’m not very big, only 150lbs, but the fat I have isn’t very proportionate–it’s all in the front and I’m tired of people asking me if I’m pregnant
Help, anybody?
November 8th, 2008 at 5:52 am
I was going to buy this for my wife as a present. Good thing I like to check reviews before I buy anything! Thanks to all of you for putting your reviews on here, you saved me money and headaches!
November 8th, 2008 at 2:35 pm
I just purchased the product and so far I am VERY HAPPY with it. I feel 10 pounds thinner and not to mention that my posture is better too. I would definately recommend the product. I bought top and bottom.
Tina
November 11th, 2008 at 7:03 am
I am so glad I read all these comments. My husband made a comment and said ” I’d believe it if they actually showed the stomach, that could be a “Norbit” made stomach. I was about to order/add to cart, then I decided to google this product. I also had questions about the rolling part. As we all know, these type girdles tend to roll. I also noticed how much it would cost after you pay for the “free” set. What a crock. THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU.
November 11th, 2008 at 8:56 am
Since the negatives FAR outweigh the positives, the overall rating for this product has to be a negative.
When i read reviews on Sassybax and Spanks there are about 20 positives to 2 negatives.
Using logic that tells me that Kymaro is not all it claims to be!
November 11th, 2008 at 10:53 am
This is the biggest scam! They will tell you to get 3 other items as free gifts that are yours to keep and charge you 9.95 per item for a total of 39.95 that is non-refundable. Only the original body shaper can be returned. The quality is horrible. You will look heavier and be uncomfortable in it! Another losey item made in China! (yes it is made in China) Do not waste your money like I did!!!
November 12th, 2008 at 4:01 pm
boy I am so glad I did a google on this product I was waiting for payday friday or I would have fallen for the scam I would have paid tthe shipping for the 3 free gifts and thought it would all be worth it if I was to loose 4 inches off the belly area
November 14th, 2008 at 4:40 pm
Ok, let me tell you my experience with this company. My advice to all: even if you like the product, there are products out there that will do the same thing…this company has very poor business practices and scams a lot of people. No matter how good a product is,(which I think this one definitely is not) no company with bad business practices should be in business! Do NOT give them any more money!
First of all, I’m sure we all know by now that the infomercial and their “free” gifts are extremely misleading. But, since I was going on vacation, I went against my better judgment and ordered them anyway. After, I went online and saw the many many sites with blogs and bad reviews against them. I wish I had done that first. I changed my mind, called them back to cancel and was told that I had to call the return department and I had 24 hours to cancel. THE 24 HOUR GRACE PERIOD IS IN ITSELF A SCAM, SINCE THE DEPT YOU HAVE TO CALL HAS THE HOURS OF 9 TO 5 PACIFIC TIME. I called the very next day in the morning to cancel my order and you have to leave a voice mail and nobody ever called me back. I left for vacation, and when I returned it was sitting there on my porch. I called them to tell them they can just refund me for everything since I canceled the order, they told me there was no record of a voice mail left by me.
I feel that at this point, I have to inform you that I have looked at other websites reviewing this product and have seen many blogs complaining about the very same thing. This apparently, is a regular practice of this company. To simply ignore the cancellation and then claim they never received it.
It was only when I mentioned all of these websites, and threatened them with a class action law suit that they agreed to refund the majority of the amount. Notice: not all of the money. It took me a few minutes to agree because believe me, with my experience and all the negative comments I see from other people, I really feel like this company needs to be sued!!
PLEASE DO NOT GIVE THIS COMPANY YOUR PATRONAGE, NO MATTER YOUR FEELINGS ABOUT THE PRODUCTS.
There are much better products out there anyway. This one doesn’t review well.
November 14th, 2008 at 4:54 pm
OK,here is my 2cents. I ordered this product and I love it!! I have the Miracle garment (at $125.00), and hated it. It has the bones in it and the hooks up the abdomen, and showed through tight fitting clothes. I bought the Kymaro, and it was a huge difference. Now, I consider myself a big girl, 38D and size 12 clothes. The muffin top always spilled over my pants. With this product, I am still a plus size woman, but the bumps and bulges are smooth, even the back fat under my bra in is smooth. I wear this product every day, and I do get comments over my ‘weight loss’ and my posture is greatly improved. While it is a little tight getting on, it is well worth a few minutes of struggle to look and feel great in whatever you wear. But this is only my opinion, and I will be ordering more in the future. My only wish is I wish it came in more colors!!!
November 17th, 2008 at 10:43 am
I bought the Kymaro body shaper right from their site, yes paid almost $60.00. I tried it on and I think it is too tight and is uncomfortable. I wanted to send it back and was unable to locate the invoice. They said on line I needed a RMA # to make a return or exchange and I am trying though email to get a copy of the invoice emailed to me. I tried to call customer service and forget it, you never get to speak to a human. I received a response to my email, but it did not offer the way to get the RMA#.. Well the saga continues.
November 17th, 2008 at 4:49 pm
Hi
I too was going to order this product. But wanted to find out more about it.
Thank you. Also someone said it was made in China. I was going to buy some makeup product on Hsn or some station like that and they said it was made in China. Doesn’t anyone know that products for your body and face made in china are dangerous. I don’t even buy food or toothpaste if it is from China. The water is so polluted.
Thank you
sherry
November 25th, 2008 at 6:11 am
Hi:
I love the body shaper..works great for me.
Originally ordered via the website a size 4 based on the sizing chart shown. But it was too big for me and didnt have any support as too much material around the waist. Sent back and got the size 3 and works great!
Now the bottoms are true to size so stayed with the 4 as I carry most of my weight in the bottom portion of my body.
November 29th, 2008 at 3:25 pm
I Ordered this product and it was way too tight, I had to rub baby powder all over my body to get it on and once I got it on, I had to go to the bathroom and I couldnt get it off.
When I walked fast the top would roll up and sit in one of my many rolls. It looked horrible! I am 240 lbs and 5′2. I thought this was going to be my ticket to skinny but boy was I wrong! I still looked really big and it didnt make my stomache looks slim it still made by tummy look pregnant. When I put the free gift on (the pants) I felt like they were cutting off my circulation. my lower legs got all red/purple color after wearing them for only 15 min. I thought i was going to throw a clot. dont buy it.
November 30th, 2008 at 3:35 am
deshaquanda,
i seriously doubt that you were honest about your size if you that that terrible f an experience with this shaper. something similar happened to me because i thought, gee, if my true size is good, then a size smaller will make me look even better, right? WRONG. it wasn’t until i exchaneged it for the proper size that i saw how awesome this product really is. to all the ladies who complained about rolling, it only rolls if the fit is too small. i guarantee if you exchanged for the next size up you all would be writing very different reviews. i’duy this product again and again.
November 30th, 2008 at 8:55 am
Madison— I am your size… what size did you order? I’m torn as to whether to give it a try….
November 30th, 2008 at 8:57 am
Hi Ladies, I am so glad that I read this. I have found a real nice pair of jeans that have spandex and they fit well. I bought them at Bealls of Florida (they have a website but you won’t find the jeans there, the tag reads:SAG HARBOR 99 per cent cotton, 1 percent spandex, made in INDIA, RN#51735). These jeans have been wonderful. I purchase them a size smaller and it takes a half hour for them to stretch to comfort levels but they are real nice. They come in tall, regular and petite. There are other companys that carry these also. When I buy them, they are on sale for $30.00. They fit the tummy, hips, and address shaping of the bum. Good luck and I hope you can find these cuz they are wonderful! Thanks again for the heads up on Kymaro…shouldn’t even have considered since I’ve already got great jeans.
November 30th, 2008 at 3:33 pm
I would not recommend this product to anyone. I’m 5′5′ 240 - way to fat but I just wanted to smooth out some bulges! These products were a nightmare to get on, I sweated all day and was itchy…..I ended up “peeling” them off at work! It was such a relief! I washed them and layed them out to dry, they were not that much easier to put on and “man o man” do they make you sweat! I NEVER expected to look even 10 lbs lighter, I just want a smoother look, and I can’t say it did that! Save your money, there are no “free” gifts, just extra shipping to cover their costs….. after the holidays I guess it’s diet time “again!”
December 1st, 2008 at 10:12 am
WOW!! I am glad that I found this…I think I will stick to my Spanx. Plus when you buy those (Spanxs)you can actually see how big they are for each of their size. I bought one at Von Maur, it was 70 or 80 bucks but well worth it!! It is a one piece, goes up to under your bra and comes with “bra straps” that loop around different straps of your bra back to the Spanxs. I love it!! I am 5′5″ and weigh 210 lbs.. I carry most of my weight in a big booty and thicker thighs and hips. So the Spanxs help in those areas while I try-I have hypothyroidism- to loose some weight. Thanks again ladies for helping another satisfied with another product customer stay happy with that other product!
December 1st, 2008 at 2:15 pm
Thanks ladies (& gents) you just saved me ALOT of $$!!
December 1st, 2008 at 3:39 pm
I simply LOVE both pieces of the Kymaro Body Shaper that I purchased through Interwood.com! I hesitated at purchasing a size larger as they suggested but am very glad I took their advice! Especially after reading how some people haven’t been able to get them on! Not only has the shaper “exceeded” my expectations, it’s come with a couple of bonuses! One being that my internal furnace acts up at will and this garment doesn’t make me warmer! The second is that I’ve always hated wearing my bra because of upper back problems. The shaper gives me better posture and now my bra doesn’t bother me either! I will be recommending this product to everyone! Thank-you Kymaro!!
December 1st, 2008 at 4:24 pm
The kymaro is a real rip off do not waste your money or time. I should of researched this product first of all it rolls up and know it’s not to small or to big and it does not make you look thiner at all !!!!!!!! Oh yhea my grandmother purchased it too and she feels the same way
December 2nd, 2008 at 10:33 pm
WHAT A JOKE !! DON’T WASTE YOUR MONEY!! I am turning my paper work over to our consumer affairs dept. and attorney general ! They beat you out of your money by saying it is for shipping and handling ! DO NOT BUY THESE !!!
THEY DON’T WORK AND YOU WILL SPEND $89.00 and get$39.00 back!!
December 2nd, 2008 at 10:46 pm
Also, I am not an overweight perso, I do work out, but after 3 kids by c-section I have a lower stomch roll. I did everything they said in the instructions and I even watched the commercial while trying them again, THEY DIDN’T WORK ! I expected to loose 2″ and for it to hold my roll smoothly - it did not do anything they said it would and you could still see lines and all. I was honest with my size and really wanted it to work - THEY DON’T ! I have a spanx that does wonders now !!
December 3rd, 2008 at 8:55 am
DON’T WASTE YOUR TIME!!! It took over 3 weeks for this company to credit my card after returning their bodysuit. Your time is too valuable to deal with this company. Go somewhere else where there are more competent people in their customer service.
December 4th, 2008 at 11:13 pm
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December 6th, 2008 at 2:01 pm
WOW! I’m so glad that skepticism sent me a’Google-ing for more info on this product. I saw the super-long infomercial, half asleep, groggy from sleep meds, at about 4 in the morning. I’d just invested a small fortune in a new wardrobe, after I finally convinced myself that I would never wear a size 10 again in this lifetime. But I wanted my clothes to fit, without “MommyTummy” and “back fat”. I just got a pair of Spanx Power Panties which took me down one pants size. The Kymora product looked great for the price UNTIL I went on the UBuyEZ.com website and discovered all of the hidden prices for the FREE items. All I needed was a body shaping top and thought this item would be less expensive than Spanx. WRONG ANSWER! My Spanx bottom was only $36 with $5 s/h. I can get a top or bottom which goes up to my bra for about $40, making the whole set about the price of two Kymora sets. However, I can RETURN the Spanx for a whole lot less and not feel ripped off. I can’t thank you ladies enough for sharing your experiences which will keep others from making this company rich selling a product which just doesn’t work. Off to BareNecessities.com for more Spanx!
December 6th, 2008 at 2:31 pm
BTW, for the women who like this product, it would help others if you would share your original figure sizes and then the size of the Kymaro item you are pleased with. For example: you are a 38DD wearing size 14 pants at 5′-8″ and 175 lbs, and you ordered the Kymaro in a size 4 top and size 3 bottoms. Maybe this garment does work for some people and the disgruntled ones just have the wrong size. That would over-ride the many “cons” here (too tight, made in China, rolls up, etc.) With all the hidden charges, it still costs the same as one set of Spanx - but one set is all you really need. As for the infomercial, in retrospect, I think those plus-size women modeling the Kymaro had “fat suit” pieces on for the “Before” which they removed once they wiggled into the Kymaro. A thin model would work as well because she would have skinny arms and legs with the “Norbit” tummy. And notice how tight those models wear their clothes. Jeans skin-tight, sweaters pulling in the front. If they bought size-appropriate clothing, they probably wouldn’t even need a body shaper! Even if this item worked, I’d stick with Spanx because I just don’t like being conned with all of the extra “sorting” charges. Doesn’t every online vendor have to sort out and match up the items ordered? UBuyEZ.com is ridiculous!
December 6th, 2008 at 2:42 pm
I just purchased this through ebay. it was only 9.99. those are hard to find, but look under “by it now.” I am about a size 8 or 10, but would like to get into my size 5 jeans again. I am tired of not being able to fit into anything I own!! I will let you guys know how it worked for me. It has got to help, even if it is just a little. I don’t mind being uncomfortable. what is uncomfortable to me is trying to fit into my jeans. urg=)
December 9th, 2008 at 12:55 pm
i saw the infomershal at 10:00 at night right before i went to bed. lets just say i couldent look away i watched the half hour and was amased but, i forgot in the morning what the stupid thing was called so i waited for the thing to show up and, it did i watched it but i caught a few things that i didnt the first time. like when they show the before and after pictures, one girls paints were a difrent shade, she obviously changed the paints or they changed girls.i thoght of buying it but was worryed so i looked online at the revews and i see now that the little $$$ i get could be better spent i like yoga so i boght a dvd and i have to say i lost 50 pounds screw the “hide your fat” get a grip and lose the pounds of fat i havent lost waight becuse in the yoga i lost fat but gained mussle if you want my opinion you feal better if you take it off instead of hideing it becuse you have to take it off sometime and “woosh” the fat is still there dont feal horable about yourselfs i did becuse i wasent skinny but people like me for me and always have and if you look around you will se that as well that they will be more proud of you if you work it off just like me, instead of telling them “im so insicure that i cant lose the pounds i have to hide them” and for the same price you can join a real program and feal good about yourself and how you look wthout fealing ichy or uncomfy or sad that you dont look like the movie stars we are all beautifal and we are all loved wether we look like a plastic modle or not
December 10th, 2008 at 6:19 am
Thank God I looked up information about this product! I was going to buy my mom and I one because she complains about her buldges all the time. Now I know I won’t waste my money and save my mom and I the discomfort.
December 10th, 2008 at 6:45 pm
I tried many garments after my recent surgery. The best ones were from Vedette. They have a store on eBay. Vedette Outlet I think. I also really liked Marena, but they are very expensive. Well worth the money though. So comfortable, and I washed VERY often and it retained it’s shape. I still wear it even though I am 8 months post surgery.
December 12th, 2008 at 9:45 pm
I bought a Kymaro Body Shaper on e-bay for $39.99 no shipping and handling. But no returns, I got burned. They sent me one 3 sizes too small and now I can’t return it!
December 13th, 2008 at 1:23 pm
I LOVE IT!!!! I am an exercise physiology professor and need to look thinner than I am=-) It is amazing and it is the BEST most COMFORTABLE undergarment product I have ever bought!!! Since I put on a bunch of weight (40 pounds!!) the past two yrs., I don’t feel comfortable in any (cannot fit in, rather) of my small clothes. It does make me feel about 20 pounds smaller!! I am guessing I could fit into a size 8 now? I bought it on EBAY for only $20 for the body shaper. I also bought the bottoms for only $9.99 w/ little shipping. Don’t ever order from an infomercial…they will sneak prices in there, and try to get you to buy “ez” other items while they have you on line.
December 13th, 2008 at 3:31 pm
Most women in Hollywood wear spanx for special occasions. They cover all sorts of bulges from panty seams, bra seams, etc. Not a big deal, IMO. I also used to know a young guy that was friends with the Cyrus family…it seems like once you
December 13th, 2008 at 6:58 pm
I just left a reply above, but I wanted to add that I have been wearing this all day. It has helped my back and posture. It is so comfy!! It also helps w/ stomach (gas, to be frank) pain. The minute I took this off to take my bubble bath, my stomach swelled back up. My son even said that I look so much thinner. I think I can fit into my jeans again=-)
December 15th, 2008 at 6:13 am
BEWARE This is a SCAM! The Kymaro people purposely send you the wrong (small) size! The free items (9.99 each) are not returnable. I’m out 80 bucks!
December 20th, 2008 at 7:57 am
I too had my credit card ready to type it in and decided to read some reviews. Thank you ladies so much for this information. Eighty dollars may not be much so some but to me it is alot of money. I know there are some good reviews but I cannot afford to take the chance. I will go to a local store and see what I can find as I really like the concept of a body shaper. I am sorry that some of you lost money on this deal. The infomercial is go good and makes you want to purchase it right away. Oh well, everyone has to make a living I guess.
December 20th, 2008 at 8:10 am
The shipping charges for this product are a definate rip-off. I think the key to this product working is not your size but the length of your torso. I think this top might work for me if the supportive part were longer and the plain part were shorter. Unfortunately because of where the tight part lands on my body it creates bulges I never had to begin with. Saldly even with the refund they offer I can never recover my money since they charge $9.90 each to ship 4 items which combined with the packaging weigh less than 2 pounds. I fell really stupid for falling for this.
December 22nd, 2008 at 12:47 pm
I think a lot of the pros are probably Ebay Sellers promoting their own products. Why not, why not?????
December 27th, 2008 at 4:44 pm
actually i am suggesting to buy it on ebay…i do NOT sell kymaro on ebay=-) if you can find another kind/ brand, then you should do what works for you. i am just suggesting that this brand is the best one i found…And i bought it for only 9.99!!!
December 27th, 2008 at 4:47 pm
i was just wondering, Barb, why would someone sell kymaro on ebay. they wouldn’t make any money. most of the ebay items for the body shaper are resells, from someone who doesn’t like it or the wrong size.
December 29th, 2008 at 2:15 pm
I don’t agree with most, the top is absolutely wonderfu, may not make you sizes smaller, but gets rid of the rolls, which I think is what matters! I wear the top EVERY DAY, huge difference!!!
As for the bottoms, not worth a penny, very difficult, and not worth the effort. I really do rely on the top though, feels wierd now if i don’t wear it, as well as those great tops that don’t “fit” right without it on!!
December 30th, 2008 at 7:22 am
OMG!!! I sooooo wish i would have taken a few mins. to log-on and read some reviews but it was 3:00 am in the morning so I took a chance.
GOOD NEWS: I actually like the top but the rolling situation is insane. It is definitely snug and DOES help smooth out the saggy baby belly issue but you have to constantly keep pulling it down and tucking it back into your jeans or else it will bunch up in the middle of your belly. I’m a 38D and they sent the XL. I wonder if I exchange it for a “L”, will it be tighter and stay put? I doubt it. It would be perfect if that made it as a one-piece shaper with the legs attached.
BAD NEWS: After one day of dealing with the roll-up, i decided it had to go back. Also the bottoms are not ‘high-waisted’ so they cut right across the middle of the belly - NOT a good look! So, i checked the delivery slip only to discover that the original beige top can be returned but the bottoms and the second so-called ‘freebie set’ are all mine to keep (along with a good $40.00 in alleged NON-REFUNDABLE ‘delivery charges’!!). What a crock.
December 30th, 2008 at 10:33 am
Thanks for the honesty. I too saw the infomercial late night and thought it would br the answer to all my clothing problems. I know things are different for different people, but I think I’ll pass. When I pay for something I like to get my money’s worth. Thanks for the comedy; I was in here crying-laughing at some of the comments.
December 30th, 2008 at 3:02 pm
Don’t buy it! Does not help slouch and definitely rolls at waist. I had to pay return shipping to get a smaller size in an exchange so I just threw it out instead This is a rip off!
December 30th, 2008 at 6:25 pm
IT IS JUNK DO NOT BUY IT….
December 31st, 2008 at 11:06 am
IT’S JUNK. DON’T BUT THIS. I BOUGHT IT AND GOT THE BLACK ONE TOO. I WAS CHARGED 93 BUCKS. It was horrible. It sucks. I filed a compliant with the BBB. My calls have went unreturned. I have tried to get a hold of people for day at a time. Nothing was done. It’s a total scam. It’s ill fitting and does not feel good on the body. Discomfort. Just go buy spanks, don’t waste your money or time.
January 4th, 2009 at 9:41 pm
Good product, however I could not get past the smell. Has anyone else had that problem? and if so, how did you get that smell out of the top.