Genie Hour Glass is an As Seen TV product which allows women to quickly shape their midsections into an hourglass via “waist training.”
About Genie Hour Glass
Genie Hour Glass is a “waist training belt” for women which is advertised as a way to instantly give a smaller appearance to the midsection. It is also said to provide some long-term benefits with continued use. It works similarly to a corset which can be adjusted via front and side fitting wraps. There are 7 sizes available, from Small through 3X.
This is the latest in a line of Genie brand products for women, including the Genie Bra, Genie Zip Bra, Cami Shaper, and Genie Slim Jeggings. Genie products tend to be advertised on television for several months before being made available in stores. Consumer satisfaction with Genie products seem to vary widely.
How much does Genie Hour Glass cost?
You can purchase Genie Hour Glass from the product website for $19.99 plus $7.99 shipping, for a total of $27.98. You can order the black belt by itself, or take advantage of the offer which includes a second nude belt for another $7.99. Keep in mind that shipping costs are not refundable.
As of this writing, it is not available in stores.
Website
The official product website is geniehourglass.com, which was only registered in late March 2015.
Television Commercial
The television ad below has been running in April 2015.
Genie Hour Glass Reviews
This latest entrant in the Genie lines appears to have only hit the airwaves in April 2015. It is an As Seen on TV which seems to be jumping onto the “waist training” bandwagon.
Because Genie Hour Glass is so new, we have not had a chance to evaluate this product firsthand, but we will update this page when we obtain one. There are, however, certain things that can be ascertained from the advertising and past experiences, which may be of benefit to our readers.
Waist Trainers
Waist trainers are often touted as providing two benefits: A short-term reduction in waist size, and a long-term reduction of the waist with continued use. While there is little doubt that they provide instant short-term results, the long-term benefits are the subject of considerable debate.
Does waist training work?
Waist training has gained notoriety in recent months, being touted by the likes of Kim Kardashian. While the fad appears to be a darling of celebrities, some experts have cautioned against using them. Fitness trainer Joshua Silverman told the Huffington Post that these trainers “should be avoided at all costs.” Silverman states that trainers can cut off the blood supply to vital organs and prevents the body from releasing fat in that area, “so rather than reducing your waist size, you could actually do the opposite in the longer term.”
While Genie Hour Glass doesn’t quite tout the long-term benefits, it does hint that “the more you wear it, the better you look.”
As Seen on TV shipping. It isn’t uncommon for the first customers of As Seen on TV products to complain of slow shipping. This typically happens when a product is ramped up from the testing phase into full production. Because Genie Hour Glass is so new, it would not be surprising for the first reviewers to complain about slow shipping, as we have seen with countless other As Seen on TV products early in their marketing campaigns.
Alternative Products
There are numerous “waist trainers” available for purchase in stores and online. These can range anywhere from under $20 to $60 or more. Corsets are also a viable option, and these are readily available in a wide variety of styles and price ranges.
For men, there is a similar As Seen on TV product currently being advertised called Insta Slim. That product is similar to a girdle, and promoted as a way to provide the illusion of a smaller waist via compression.
Bottom Line
Genie Hour Glass is an As Seen on TV product which is touted as a way to instantly slim the midsection like a corset. It seems to be tapping into the “waist training” fad which has been in the spotlight in recent months. Because it is not available in stores, and because new As Seen on TV products are notoriously slow to ship, you may want to shop around for local alternatives or be prepared to wait weeks for its arrival.
Finally, the long-term effectiveness of waist trainers is the subject of considerable debate, and it may be worth reading up on this topic before investing your money in such a product.
Your Turn
Have you used waist trainers or Genie Hour Glass? Give us your thoughts in the comments below.