How to Choose the Best Faja for Your Body Type

Diverse group of Latina women with different body types wearing Colombian Stage 1 and Stage 2 fajas, showing compression and fit in a purple lifestyle studio.

After liposuction or a BBL, not all fajas are created equal. The right one can make recovery smoother and help your body heal into its new shape. But with so many options, it can feel overwhelming. In this guide, we’ll break down how to pick the best faja for your body type, procedure, and comfort needs.

Step 1: Consider Your Surgery Type

For Liposuction Only, a mid-thigh faja may be enough. For a BBL, look for a faja with booty-friendly cutouts. For a Tummy Tuck or Lipo 360, a full-body faja with back and torso coverage is best.

Step 2: Match Your Body Shape

For curvy bodies, choose a faja with adjustable straps and high stretch around the hips. Petite frames should opt for a shorter torso design, while tall frames need long-torso fajas. For plus-size bodies, look for strong but breathable compression with multiple rows of hooks for adjustability.

Step 3: Understand Compression Levels

A Stage 1 faja offers soft compression, ideal for the first 3–4 weeks. A Stage 2 faja provides firm compression, worn from 4–12 weeks to contour and maintain results.

Step 4: Check for Comfort Features

Look for adjustable hooks or zippers, an open crotch design for convenience, breathable fabric like Colombian powernet, and wide, adjustable straps to prevent shoulder digging.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Avoid buying a faja too small thinking it will “snatch you more,” as this can delay healing. Don't choose fashion girdles instead of post-surgical fajas, and always follow your surgeon’s recommendations.

FAQs About Choosing a Faja

Can I size down my faja for extra compression?

Not during recovery. Always follow your stage and surgeon’s guidance.

What if my faja feels too tight?

Switch to a bigger size or adjust the hooks—never compromise your circulation.

Do I need more than one faja?

Yes. Most patients rotate between 2–3 fajas for hygiene and comfort.

Conclusion

The best faja for your body is one that balances compression, comfort, and fit. By choosing a design that works with your surgery and body shape, you’ll support your healing and protect your investment.

Explore our curated collection of Stage 1 and Stage 2 Colombian fajas, designed to fit every body type. For wholesale inquiries, our official distributors are Cata1og.com and Catalog Mexico.