So far, I don’t notice any breakdown or wear in the heels. In a review listed on their own website, a customer states that she buys these FIGS specifically because other brands suffer this same fate of holes in the heel. My normal off-brand socks typically develop holes in the heel before anywhere else, so I’m acutely aware of this in any sock I wear. So if you too suffer from sweaty feet during your shifts, you will likely benefit from these socks.Īs I mentioned above, I have only wore these socks for 4-5 shifts so far. The FIGS seemed to all but solve that problem, most likely due to the thinner Nylon/Lycra composition. I typically sweat a good amount during a shift, and my usually cotton socks can become uncomfortable as a result. As for the moisture wicking benefit that FIGS advertises, I was equally impressed. I have worn them for 4-5 shifts so far and the fit hasn’t changed as of yet. They felt tight enough that it wasn’t uncomfortable but also enough so that I didn’t think they would roll down as my shift went on and my movement increased. The compression felt even from my toes all the way to the top of the sock. By design, the socks extend all the way up the calf and end just before the knee. To my pleasant surprise, they fit perfectly. AS you probably know, sock sizes can vary wildly between manufacturers, so I held my breath while putting them on. I took measurements and ended up in the Medium range. Rather than just giving shoes sizes for each sock size, FIGS gives you 2 measurements, ankle and calf. Comfort & FitįIGS offers 3 sizes (S, M, L) and includes a detailed sizing chart on their website.
#FIGS COMPRESSION SOCKS UPGRADE#
Definitely an upgrade over my aging black cotton socks. They are a very nice bright white color, and the 75% Nylon, 25% Lyrca feels nice and smooth. Upon receiving them, I was immediately impressed by the high quality feel of the sock. I had always wanted to try out compression socks to see if they really make a difference and this seemed like a good opportunity.
But I was buying a FIGS mask (see my review here) and I came across this pair of socks.
I had never tried compression socks and didn’t really have a reason to either.
I didn’t necessarily need them, as I have roughly 30 pairs of socks in my drawer at this moment. Why did I buy these relatively expensive socks then? Well, it was a impulse buy. I typically wear cheap off-brand socks from Walmart that I can buy in bulk and for pretty cheap. Banning, a certified physician assistant with a doctorate of health science and an associate professor at Delaware Valley University, says a 2021 Cochrane study shows "good evidence to suggest that wearing compression stockings on a flight of at least four hours does reduce the chances of DVT" among other particular medical benefits.I received my FIGS “100% Awesome Compression Socks” a couple weeks ago in the mail and was excited to try them out.
#FIGS COMPRESSION SOCKS SKIN#
While Ambani points out that "there is not strong evidence to support the routine use of compression therapy for travelers" for nonmedical reasons, you may want to try them out to see if compression socks can make your time on transportation a little more comfortable (as long as you confer with a medical professional about any skin or circulation issues). "Compression therapy mimics this process to a degree leading to less swelling and leg fatigue." "Movement and walking, even if for short bursts during a long flight, allows your calf muscles to contract and squeeze the blood in your veins back to your heart," Ambani explains. Ambani, M.D., MBA, in Cleveland, Ohio.Ĭompression socks may be able to help with that issue and improve your travel experience by imitating the effects of moving around even when you're stuck stationary. As your veins try to work against gravity to keep your blood circulating, the blood can end up pooling in your legs, resulting in swelling, according to Dr. Comfort: Any frequent flyer knows that sitting in cramped quarters for hours on end is not the most comfortable way to spend your day.
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