Solia Hair Styling and Straightener

HAI Flat Iron - Should You Buy One?

2008-04-28T02:18:00.000-07:00

by Robin OBrien

The HAI flat iron was one of the first to feature ceramic plates. There are a number of models to choose from but with all costing around $100 they aren't cheap. Some are good but there are some models that are now outdated and, quite frankly, overpriced.

The HAI Convertible Ceramic flat iron has been out for some years now. It has 1 1/4" ceramic plates and weighs a respectable 1.5lbs. It's a good tool and has features that are still lacking on other brands, such as variable temperature control.

However, it now retails for around $80 to $90 dollars, which is a little on the expensive size. For instance the blurb tells you that it has a quick heat up time of just 25 seconds, but I don't know of any other brand that doesn't heat up slower than this at this price; in fact I know of others that have flash heat and will heat up to operating temperate in 1 or 2 seconds. It's good but it should be a little cheaper.

The HAI 2 ceramic flat iron is pretty much identical feature wise as the Covertible. The only real difference is that it comes with 2" plates. It costs about $5 to $10 more. Again, it's over priced for what it is. For the same price, you can buy the Solia Tourmaline Ceramic Iron Flat Iron (1-3/4"). Tourmaline coated ceramic plates are so much better than plain ceramic. The Solia is also a little lighter.

The HAI eLite Digistick Flat Iron is a much better option. It's expensive, retailing for around $140. It comes with 1" ceramic plates, digital heat setting anywhere between 180F to 380F and flash heating (ready to use in 1 or 2 seconds). It also only operates using 40 watts instead of the 100 watts of the older Convertible and HAI 2. However, I still don't rate this as highly as the Solia Tourmaline Ceramic Iron Flat. The Solia has temperature settings from 140F to 450F, can be used on damp hair (not advised with the HAI), tourmaline plates and costs a lot less.

The HAI eLite Tong Ionic flat iron is a 2" plate styling tool. It's unusual in that the plates are rounded rather than flat. It has a temperature range of between 180F to 410F. It's more of a curling iron than hair straightener - and it does a great job of curling.

Lastly, we have the HAI Twig Ceramic flat iron. The plates are only 3/8" wide. It a very good styling tool for fine or short hair and is fantastic at bangs and making tight curls. I can't think of any other brand that is comparable. Anyhow, if you're looking for a small hair straightener or one for styling curls, I would recommend you give the Twig some consideration. My only criticism is the price tag - it costs around $90 - over priced, but maybe it's worth it for those curls.

HAI flat irons are a well rated styling tool with most reviews giving each model a high score. I would also concur that they are great styling tools but I think they are a little over priced. Before you buy, my advice would be to compare them to a Solia Tourmaline Ceramic Iron Flat.

About the Author
Follow the links for the HAI Twig Ceramic flat iron as well as the Solia Tourmaline Ceramic flat iron and read flat iron reviews on many leading brands.

What You Get When You Buy A Solia Flat Iron

2008-03-18T02:16:00.000-07:00

by Robin OBrien

Solia flat irons are one of the biggest selling brands today. Only brands like CHI and Sedu can claim to sell as many hair straighteners. Apart from marketing, its success lies in the features you get, at a price that's very competitive and that many buyers just love the job it does on their hair. The following compares Solia to other brands and evaluates how it compares.

There are a lot of models of Solia flat iron to choose from, however, there are three basic ones. Each major type offers a different function, whether it is tourmaline or a world traveler edition. What's impressive about each model is its price; without doubt these tools are one of the most competitively priced on the market, which has no doubt contributed to their popularity.

First off we have the Solia Tourmaline Ceramic flat iron. There are 4 different models to choose from, the only difference being the plate size. You have the choice of 3/4", 1", 1 1/2" and 1 3/4". I really like that there are 4 plate widths to choose from; most other brands usually only feature a 1" and 2" version for any particular model.

Another great feature of this model is that the plates are 100% ceramic and are coated with tourmaline crystal. Tourmaline emits 6 times more negative ions than does ceramic. Negative ions close cuticles thereby locking in moisture. This means that hair is less damaged and stays straighter for longer.

These hair straighteners also come with Dynamic Alignment System. The plates aren't rigidly fixed, but will move slightly to follow the contours of your hair. This helps to ensure that heat is applied evenly.

Both the dynamic alignment and the tourmaline are excellent features that most other tools lack - the Corioliss flat iron also comes with these features and is, in my opinion, one of the best styling tools on the market, but it costs a lot more than the Solia.

Finally, this hair straightener can be used on damp hair. Prices start at around $70.

The Solia pink flat iron is popular. It's exactly the same as the Tourmaline Ceramic range. The only downside with this tool is that it's only available with 1" plates. It really would have been nice if the choice of plate widths was the same as the Tourmaline models.

The last of the irons is the Solia Universal Dual Voltage flat iron. The adaptor that comes with it allows it to be used anywhere in the world. A clever feature is that the pins on the plug can be changed to match the different sockets found around the world - how many of us take a long our universal hair tools but forget to by a plug adaptor? However, the coolest feature has to be the fact that a 12 volt car adapter allows you to use it in your car!

The price of this model is $100, which is great value for such a versatile tool. Again, only 1" plates are available. There should be a 2" version as well, oh well. It's also a little on the heavy side when compared to the other models, but it's not meant to be used everyday, so I don't think this is a big deal.

The price of a Solia flat iron along with the features you get make it a great buy. It may not be the best flat iron you can buy - the Corioliss is certainly better - but you just can't beat it in terms of value for money.

About the Author
Follow the links for the Solia flat iron and also the Corioliss flat iron and compare the two to decide for your self which is the best flat iron.

Sedu Flat Iron And Other Hair Irons Possible Damage

2008-01-19T21:26:00.000-08:00

Submitted By: Paton Jackson

Sedu flat iron became so popular the last few years that in some places, when you say hair flat iron, you say Sedu flat iron. How ever, as any good thing damage is possible if misused.

To understand the possible damage of Sedu flat iron, one must become familiar with it. Well, Sedu flat iron is a type of a hair flat iron with the purpose of straightening hair.

Sedu flat iron is considered the best flat iron today. It was rated the best hair flat iron and preferred by the leading hair stylists all over the world. It has patented ultra smooth ceramic plates which guarantee straightening without hair pulling or breaking.

To avoid damage using Sedu flat iron follow the following guide lines:

1. Do not use the Sedu flat iron on wet hair. Even if your hair is slightly damp you can cause severe damage to your hair and the treatment will not be effective. Your hair might get scorched and have permanent damage.

2. Make sure your hair is clean prior to using Sedu flat iron. Actually, we advise to use a shampoo and a conditioner suitable to the hair formation before using Sedu flat iron. Then, the best thing will be applying a leave-in conditioning spray for the hair which will protect the hair for an extended period of time.

3. Size matters and in most cases the smaller the better. If you are an average woman who hasn’t got a very long hair, you should use a Sedu flat iron with the size of up to 1.5". Wider flat irons are available but are heavier and less efficient for the average hair length.

4. Manage the heat of the iron wisely. Over heating your hair may cause severe damage. Use the paper tip : Before applying the Sedu flat iron on your hair, take a small paper misted with water and put it in between the flat iron plates. If the paper gets dry but not scorched, then the heat is properly set.

5. Work with small sections of hair. That way, all hair will be straightened evenly and there will be less heat transactions over your hair.

Theses guide lines were written based on the experiences of women who use Sedu flat iron. Following them will optimize your flat iron use.

About the Author:
911 Corp. executed an independent research to find the best hair straightenng methods. The results were clear. Sedu flat iron is the most efficient flat iron. Find out more on http://www.911stophairloss.com/Sedu%20flat%20iron.htm . All about hair on http://www.911stophairloss.com .

T3 Flat Iron - Why They Are Highly Regarded

2008-01-01T09:33:00.000-08:00

by ROBIN OBRIEN

If you've already read flat iron reviews in magazines or online, you'll have seen that T3 flat irons get very high marks. They've also received endorsements from many top stylists. To understand why, you have to understand the technical innovations that have gone into making these hair straighteners.
The brand is a very recent new comer to the world of hair care products as it wasn't until 2004 that it burst onto the scene. Right away it was obvious the company took hair care products seriously. It was one of the very first to make a tourmaline flat iron.

Tourmaline is a semi-precious gem that naturally emits 6 times more negative ions than does ceramic. Tourmaline is crushed and infused onto ceramic plates in straighteners and hair dryers. Negative ions have been believed for years to help promote health and youth - and it isn't all just hype either; negative ions have been shown to break down large water droplets into micro-droplets which are absorbed into hair follicles. This means that as you straighten hair, water is 'forced' into your hair, which not only gives makes it silky and shiny, it helps prevent it from heat damage.

The T3 Tourmaline flat iron has been a best seller since its launch. There are two models available; 1" and 1 3/8" plates. Both have variable heat control with a maximum temperature of 410F (210C).

Wet to Dry flat irons are becoming more popular which isn't surprising as you don't have to first blow dry hair, which saves time and reduces heat damage to hair. The plates are 1 3/8" and come with special channels and vents that allow excess moisture to be drained and evaporated away. Like all T3 flat irons the plates are tourmaline.

The wet to dry model has been out a while now without any re-design. It's still a good hair styler but other brands are now producing newer models that it many ways are superior. Take for instance the CHI wet to dry hair straightener. It comes with a digital monitor that allows you to set and monitor the temperature to your exact setting. It also comes with automatic shut off and ionic technology to help smooth and straighten hair.

The CHI wet to dry is a better appliance than the T3. However, the CHI retails for around $175, whereas the T3 is cheaper, retailing for around $145.

Whichever model of T3 flat iron you choose, you'll be getting a very good product that has received glowing reviews over the last few years. Stylists like Luke O'Connor from Lukaro Salon, Beverly Hills, uses one and has this to say: 'I use it on the set of Will and Grace and in the salon and really love it. It's fantastic and I use it on all my celebrity clients.'

My only concern is that the T3 may soon be seen as outdated. Many new models like the Corioliss and CHI Nano Ceramic Digital flat iron use something called Nan Silver Technology. This latest innovation kills 99% of bacteria found on the plates, which helps to keep hair cleaner, shinier and straighter. I just hope that we'll be seeing a new model of T3 flat iron soon that offers us something innovative and excites us like its original hair straighteners did.

Follow the links for the T3 flat iron and read many flat iron reviews on leading models like the Corioliss, GHD and CHI Nano Ceramic Digital flat iron.

Wigo Flat Iron Reviews

2007-12-27T20:46:00.001-08:00

by Robin OBrien

There's a wide choice of Wigo flat iron; everything from ceramic or tourmaline plates, to damp or dry models. What follows are reviews of the current models and what each has to offer and, more importantly, what it doesn't.
Wigo flat irons are made by Helen of Troy and are often marketed under the latter name - the models are exactly the same no matter which brand name you buy. They are low- to mid-price hair straighteners and there are a variety of models to choose from.

The Wigo Ceramic flat iron comes in three sizes; 1", 1 3/4", and 2 1/4". Apart from plate size and price, all three have the same features. These include ceramic plates, a separate heating system for each plate, 170 watts of power, 12 heat settings and 9 foot power cord. They all come with a 3 year limited warranty. Prices start at around $60 - $70.

The ceramic irons compare favorably to the Solia ceramic flat iron. They cost about the same, look the same, and offer, more or less, the same functionality. The Wigo is perhaps a little superior; it comes with 170 watts of power compared to Solia's 70 watts. However, it is inferior to the Sedu range of ceramic irons, but they are nearly twice the price of the Wigo.

Tourmaline flat irons are superior to ceramic models. Tourmaline is a semi precious stone that naturally emits something called negative irons - 6 times more than ceramic. Negative irons close the cuticle layer which seals in moisture. This keeps hair shinier, with less static and frizz, and keeps hair straighter for longer. Wigo have one tourmaline flat iron that comes with 1" plates.

The arms of the iron are constructed from titanium making them both lightweight and smooth. Ceramic plates are secured on the arms. Ceramic is very smooth, long lasting and distributes heat evenly. The ceramic plates have been infused with Tourmaline crystals to produces heaps of negative irons.

The use of titanium is quite rare in hair straighteners but is to be welcomed as it makes them very light and less tiring to use. The Wigo Tourmaline flat iron weighs only 0.5lbs - the Solia tourmaline flat iron weighs 1lb with the Sedu weighing 1.1lbs.

Wigo also make a wet-to-dry - or as they call it damp or dry - flat iron. It's not as good as either the Corioliss or T3 versions but it's as good as the Remington and is better than the Maxiglide. With the first of the other two irons, it's to be expected as they cost more and are better built and come with tourmaline plates, which the Wigo does not. It's around the same price as the Remington, which doesn't have tourmaline either. But, it's far better than the Maxiglide which is far heavier, costs more and is just plain difficult to use. Again, in terms of value for money, it's a good buy.

Finally, we have the Wigo 2-in-1 flat iron. With this model you can change the ceramic plates for either 1 1/2" or 5/8". Quite frankly, I don't see this as a useful option. I can't imagine anyone changing the plates whilst using it; you would first have to turn off the iron, wait for the plates to cool down before you could take them off and change them for the other set, and then have to wait 50 seconds for the new plates to warm up.

Of all the Wigo flat iron models the one that stands out is the tourmaline version. It's lighter than most other brands and is very cheap; not costing much more than the ceramic versions. I just wish they made it with more plate widths. However, it's the model I would buy.

About the Author
Follow the links for the Wigo tourmaline flat iron and read flat iron reviews on leading brands like the Solia ceramic flat iron.

Solia Hair Styling

2007-12-17T23:26:00.000-08:00

by James Dillehay

Solia hair styling is in and it's the hottest look among celebrities like Jennifer Anniston and Jennifer Lopez. You can recognize the Solia hairstyle; it's that ultra-straight hair is so sexy. You're dancing with the idea that you would like the super straight style and you want some tips. Solia hair styling starts with a Solia flat iron, maybe the very cool Solia pink hair straightener.
Solia Hair Styling Flat Iron Hair Straightener

Solia hair styling flat iron is one of the most popular hair straighteners around. One model of Solia hair straightners is the tourmaline ceramic ionic flat iron. Tourmaline delivers five times more negative ions than conventional ceramic iron hair straighteners. Negative ions lower the possibility of damage to the hair, providing in smooth hair without frizziness. The Solia hair styling iron incorporates special features whereby the ceramic tourmaline plates adjust themselves automatically so that you get steady, even contact with the hair. The self-adjusting heat function means the Solia hair styling flat iron doesn't create uneven heated areas which can cause damage to your hair.

Solia Hair Styling Tips Okay, you are ready to get a Solia hair styling flat iron and get started. Here are some tips for creating that Solia hair styling look.

1. Choose the Solia hair styling flat iron that's right for your hair length. If you have extra long hair, choose a Solia flat iron that's wider. If your hair is average length, select a Solia hair styling flat iron between 1" and 1 1/2" wide.

2. Select a hair styling gel or mouse to put on your hair when itâ€™s drying and before styling. Apply regularly on your hair before using the Solia hair styling flat iron so that your hair style looks like you want it to.

3. Dry your hair completely before applying the Solia hair styling flat iron. Wet or damp hair will curl.

4. Use hair clips to section off the parts of your hair you're not straightening. Only apply the Solia hair styling iron to small amounts of hair at a time in order that all the hair in the area you're straightening gets an even amount of heat. Otherwise, you'll end up with the frizzies.

5. Choose the right temperature setting on your flat iron for your type of hair. Thick, Afro American hair may be able to take temperatures above 370 degrees F. Fine hair requires heat settings below 300 degrees F. Average hair usually does best between 300 and 370 degrees F. Be sure to read and follow the guidelines that come with your Solia hair styling iron.

6. Preheat your Solia hair styling flat iron to the correct temperature.

7. Take a small area of your hair. Begin as close to the hair root as you can get and then patiently and consistently apply the flat iron toward the end of the hair.

8. Once you've completed an area, use hair clips to move that hair out of your way. Keep going through all your hair, straightening section by section. When you're done, you've got that Solia hair styling look you've been wanting.

With a little patience and consistent application, applying a Solia flat iron makes hair straightening a breeze. And your Solia hair styling look will stay with you for awhile so you can pin it back or let it flow. The Solia hair style like the celebrities show off is yours for the having without going to a hair stylist. Just follow the above tips for creating your own Solia hair styling.

About the Author
James Dillehay is author of seven books and numerous articles that have been recommended in The Chicago Tribune, Family Circle, Better Homes & Gardens, Country Almanac, Working Mothers, and many other magazines and on HGTV. For more information, see Solia Hair Styling

Solia flat irons, Sedu flat irons and other flat irons

2007-12-07T21:41:00.001-08:00

by Oliver Turner

Solia flat irons and sedu flat irons are among the best hair straighteners on the market today but which one is the best?

When it comes to getting the best hairstyles you will of course need the best hair straighteners. The most sought after models are the solia flat irons and the sedu flat irons but there are numerous other models available on the markets today.

Solia Flat Irons or Sedu Flat Irons

Solia flat irons are cheaper than their rival sedu flat irons but is this ceramic flat hair iron better? Solia flat irons use a dynamic alignment system to ensure that there is the correct contact between your hair and the ceramic plates whilst straightening. They also provide even heat distribution and give silky straight hair as a result. The same of course is true for the sedu flat irons.

Solia flat irons use tourmaline ion technology and negative ions to create frizz free hair without damaging your hair in the process. This ceramic flat hair iron also includes a variable temperature control and is suitable for all hair types. Available in different plate sizes, solia flat irons can also be used on wet (damp) or dry hair. This ceramic flat hair iron also has easy to grip handles making it easier to use and includes a swivel power cord to prevent tangling.

As you can see the features of solia flat irons and sedu flat irons are very similar indeed but does this mean that because the solia flat irons are less expensive that they are better than the sedu flat irons?

In order to answer this question reading reviews of both the solia flat irons and sedu flat irons is essential. Sedu flat irons are extremely popular and are used by the majority of professional salons and their constant publicity makes them a must have accessory but for those who would prefer to spend less on their ceramic flat hair iron, solia flat irons are an excellent choice.

About the Author
Find more about Flat Irons on http://www.LeanderNet.com/Flat_irons/Flat_irons.php . More useful content on LeanderNet - http://www.LeanderNet.com

Solia Hair Styling Flat Iron Tips

2007-12-03T08:11:00.000-08:00

by Robin OBrien

Solia makes very good flat irons and it uses Tourmaline on all its ceramic plates. However just because you've bought a Solia flat iron isn't going to guarantee that your hair is going to look like you just stepped out of a salon. You also have to know how to use it.

Tourmaline is a precious stone and generates up to 6 times more negative ions than traditional ceramic. This greatly reduces the potential for heat damage to the hair and results in smoother, silkier hair that is less likely to frizz or curl back up. All good flat iron manufacturers now coat the ceramic plates on their flat irons with Tourmaline.

The company also uses a unique "dynamic alignment system" on the plates of its flat irons. This allows the ceramic/tourmaline plates to self-adjust as necessary in order to maintain even contact with the hair. This is important; evening out the pressure prevents the iron from focusing on any specific "hot spots" which could damage your hair.

How To Use Your Solia Flat Iron

Once you've purchased your Solia hair styling flat iron you ready to give yourself beautiful hair. Don't be nervous about using it; using it is simplicity itself. Here's a step by step guide.

1. Select the correct size of Solia hair straightener based on your type and length of hair. What is meant by size is the width of the ceramic plates of the flat iron. Most women will be fine with one that has plate sizes between 1.5" and 1".

2. When you first unpack your Solia Tourmaline flat iron don't plug it in straight away. Instead, just try using it without it being switched on. Get used to how it feels and try using it on your hair.

3. Before you use your hair straightener ensure that your hair is completely dry; use a blow-dryer.

4. When using your Solia flat iron you should always use a styling product to stop your hair from 'frizzing'. Apply serum or gel when drying your hair. Serums are silicon based. If you use a gel place a little into the palm of your hand and apply it evenly throughout your hair.

5. It sounds obvious but make sure your hair straightener is switched on and has reached its temperature setting. Also, determine what temperature is appropriate for your hair type. Normal hair can withstand a range of 300-370°F. Bleached, fragile, damaged and fine hair should use less than 300°F. Very thick, coarse, ethnic or resistant hair can stand more than 370°F, but be sure to use this selection very carefully.

6. Use barrettes and/or hair clips to pull away hair you're not working on. Take a small section of your hair to start with. Don't be tempted to use thicker sections; by working with small sections and slices, you can apply the heat evenly, and will get the desired straightness faster.

7. Begin straightening by taking a small chunk of hair and, starting at the root of the hair, work your way down slowly but steadily. Once you've finished a section, comb through it and spray with hairspray, if desired.

8. Straightening the back hairs can be difficult. Until you get the hang of it, try placing two mirrors on the diagonal so you can see the back of your head. Then, do as in step 7, starting at the bottom of your head (the nape/neck area) and working your way to the crown of your head, just like your stylist does.

It takes time and practice to perfect most things. The good news is that it shouldn't take long at all to get that perfect, sleek, shiny finish using your Solia flat iron.

About the Author
Follow the links to find flat iron reviews on leading brands like the Solia flat iron, Maxiglide and others.

Sedu flat iron and other hair irons possible damage

2007-11-16T02:55:00.000-08:00

by ELICO MARTIANO

Sedu flat iron became so popular the last few years that in some places, when you say hair flat iron, you say Sedu flat iron. How ever, as any good thing damage is possible if misused.

To understand the possible damage of Sedu flat iron, one must become familiar with it. Well, Sedu flat iron is a type of a hair flat iron with the purpose of straightening hair.

Sedu flat iron is considered the best flat iron today. It was rated the best hair flat iron and preferred by the leading hair stylists all over the world. It has patented ultra smooth ceramic plates which guarantee straightening without hair breaking or pulling.

To avoid damage using Sedu flat iron follow the following guide lines:

1. Do not use the Sedu flat iron on wet hair. Even if your hair is slightly damp you can cause severe damage to your hair and the treatment will not be effective. Your hair might get scorched and have permanent damage.

2. Make sure your hair is clean prior to using Sedu flat iron. Actually, we advise to use a shampoo and a conditioner suitable to your hair formation before using Sedu flat iron. Then, the best thing will be applying a leave-in conditioning spray for the hair which will protect the hair for an extended period of time.

3. Size matters and in most cases the smaller the better. If you are an average woman who hasn't got a very long hair, you should use a Sedu flat iron with the size of up to 1.5". Wider flat irons are available but are heavier and less efficient for the average hair length.

4. Manage the heat of the iron wisely. Over heating your hair may cause severe damage. Use the paper tip : Before applying the Sedu flat iron on your hair, take a small paper misted with water and put it in between the flat iron plates. If the paper gets dry but not scorched, then the heat is properly set.

5. Work with small sections of hair. That way, all hair will be straightened evenly and there will be less heat transactions over your hair.

Theses guide lines were written based on the experiences of women who use Sedu flat iron. Following them will optimize your flat iron use.

Find more about Flat Irons on http://www.LeanderNet.com/Flat_irons/Flat_irons.php . More useful content on LeanderNet - http://www.LeanderNet.com

Solia flat irons, Sedu flat irons and other flat irons

2007-11-16T02:53:00.000-08:00

by ELICO MARTIANO

Solia flat irons and sedu flat irons are among the best hair straighteners on the market today but which one is the best?

When it comes to getting the best hairstyles you will of course need the best hair straighteners. The most sought after models are the solia flat irons and the sedu flat irons but there are numerous other models available on the markets today.

Solia Flat Irons or Sedu Flat Irons

Solia flat irons are cheaper than their rival sedu flat irons but is this ceramic flat hair iron better? Solia flat irons use a dynamic alignment system to ensure that there is the correct contact between your hair and the ceramic plates whilst straightening. They also provide even heat distribution and give silky straight hair as a result. The same of course is true for the sedu flat irons.

Solia flat irons use tourmaline ion technology and negative ions to create frizz free hair without damaging your hair in the process. This ceramic flat hair iron also includes a variable temperature control and is suitable for all hair types. Available in different plate sizes, solia flat irons can also be used on wet (damp) or dry hair. This ceramic flat hair iron also has easy to grip handles making it easier to use and includes a swivel power cord to prevent tangling.

As you can see the features of solia flat irons and sedu flat irons are very similar indeed but does this mean that because the solia flat irons are less expensive that they are better than the sedu flat irons?

In order to answer this question reading reviews of both the solia flat irons and sedu flat irons is essential. Sedu flat irons are extremely popular and are used by the majority of professional salons and their constant publicity makes them a must have accessory but for those who would prefer to spend less on their ceramic flat hair iron, solia flat irons are an excellent choice.

Find more about Flat Irons on http://www.LeanderNet.com/Flat_irons/Flat_irons.php . More useful content on LeanderNet - http://www.LeanderNet.com

Hair straighteners: not just for dead straight hair!

2007-11-10T08:35:00.000-08:00

Hair straighteners have become an essential beauty item for many a female across the world in the last decade, but the concept of straightening irons is not a new one. In the 1960s, women used to painstakingly iron their hair to get that poker straight look, and this trend continued well into the 1970s before the 1980s made big, curly hairstyles fashionable. However, the beauty of modern hair straighteners is that they can actually be used for almost any sort of hairstyle - from creating dead straight hair to giving your mop a vintage curl that will make heads turn.

Hair straighteners have been the saviour of many a curly-haired women desperate to maintain some control over the way her hair looks. However, just as many naturally straight-haired women are aching to enjoy the bouncy freedom of ringlets - and modern straightening iron technology lets you create curly or wavy hair just as well as straight hair.

To curl your hair with a hair straightener, section it back with ties and clips and start from the bottom layer of hair on one side of your head. Using a thin straightening iron (no wider than one inch), clamp it at the bottom of a small section and slowly curl it upwards. If this method doesn't produce the desired effect, try a different tack: spray a small section of hair with flexible hairspray before placing the straightening iron about an inch away from your scalp. Then pull it down towards the end of your hair - the hairspray will make your hair curl up the same way you'd curl a ribbon with a pair of scissors.

You can also use hair straighteners to highlight those aspects of your facial features you want to be noticed more. For instance, if you've got distinct cheekbones, straightening your fringe or the top layer of your hair can make your cheekbones even more defined, emphasising your eyes in the process. Moreover, straightening just the top layer of your hair can be especially beneficial to women with voluminous hair, especially those who fear that straightening irons will cause their hair to lose its bounce. This way, you'll be able to enjoy the feeling of having super sleek hair on top, while your naturally wavy locks will maintain the body of your hairstyle underneath.

If you're lucky enough to carry off a boy-like short haircut - or if you're just a boy! - you'll be able to find a range of super-skinny hair straightening irons that will let you style even the shortest of cowlicks. Many salon professional straightening irons - such as Remington, Andrew Coligne or GHD hair straighteners - can be found in half-inch widths, enabling both men and women keen to exploit a trendy look to do so with ease.

But whatever hairstyle you choose to create for yourself with straightening irons, remember the golden rule of hair straightening: stay safe! Protecting your hair from the intense heat emitted by hair straighteners is essential to maintain the long-term healthiness of your hair. Invest in a good heat-protecting spray and ensure you buy hair straighteners with ceramic coated plates, as these protect your hair from direct contact with the heat.

Adam Singleton is an online, freelance journalist and keen amateur photographer. His portfolio, called Capquest Photography is available to view online.

Sedu Tourmaline Hair Straightener - Meeting the Needs Of Any Woman

2007-10-13T01:23:00.000-07:00

The sedu tourmaline hair straightener has been designed to meet the needs of any woman no matter what the length of their hair.

Being female may have many perks but there are also the downsides too and that includes keeping your hair looking and feeling great whilst still keeping up with the latest fashion trends. For this season that means sleek straight looking hair and the use of a ceramic flat hair iron. The sedu tourmaline hair straightener is one of the best hair straighteners for this. Not only does the sedu tourmaline hair straightener allow you to achieve excellent hairstyles but it also helps to protect your hair too.

Whether your hair is long or short the sedu tourmaline hair straightener can meet all your needs. Using state of the art technology this ceramic flat hair iron really is every woman's number one choice and is also the favorite among celebrities including Jennifer Aniston.

How The Sedu Tourmaline Hair Straightener Works

For any women out there who has ever purchased or used a ceramic hair straightening iron you will be amazing at how easy the sedu tourmaline hair straightener makes styling your hair. This ceramic flat hair iron comes with so excellent features and also guarantees to minimize hair damage.

Unlike the ordinary ceramic hair straightening iron the sedu flat iron comes with ultra smooth plates that straighten your hair without pulling or breaking your hair in the process. The sedu flat iron uses tourmaline on its plates to generate negative ions that straighten the hair and eliminate frizz in the process. Using negative ions also helps to add more shine to your hair and speeds up the straightening process. The use of infra red heat technology in this ceramic flat hair iron helps to seal in the hairs moisture almost eliminating any possible hair damage.

The super quick heat up time and the lightweight, ergonomical design all helps to make the sedu tourmaline hair straightener the best ceramic hair straightening iron on the market today.

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A Review Of HAI Flat Irons

2007-09-24T23:48:00.001-07:00

by Robin OBrien

What's unusual about HAI, is that the CEO is a former stylist. With someone in charge from a styling background it's hardly surprising that HAI flat irons are popular with stylists. Also, HAI make different flat irons to accommodate different hair types and hairstyles. What follows is a short review of HAI flat irons.

The HAI Convertable Flat Iron has been designed to be a good all-round hair straightener. Its shape looks very similar to the Solia Tourmaline flat iron. For its class it's a little on the heavy side though, weighing 1.5 lbs (the Solia Tourmaline weighs only 1 lb). The HAI Convertible heats up in around 25 seconds. It has variable temperature settings (170F - 390F, 60C - 200C).

Unfortunately, there is no automatic switch off so, to save electricity and prolong lifespan, it should be turned off between uses with the Off-On switch. The plate width is 1 1/4 inches. All in all, the HAI Convertable Flat Iron is a good styling tool that is well liked. It lacks some of the sophistication of some of its competitors, but it happens to be a lot cheap than them also.

The HAI eLite Tong Ionic Iron isn't used for straightening hair. Its 2" crescent moon shape makes it ideal for creating circular smooth shapes or flipping hair up and under as well as creating waves and alternating curls on medium to long hair. The appearance of the HAI Elite is far more pleasing on the eye than the HAI Convertible. HAI claim the handle has been ergonomically designed to make using it less tiring and easier to use - I think they might be justified; the rounded contours and finger groves does make it nice to hold. My biggest concern about the HAI eLite Tong Ionic Iron is its price tag, at around 200 dollars. I know it has lots of nice features like flash heating, low EMF (Electro Magnetic Field), built with Optimum Resonant Materials, infused with Far Infrared Heating and charged with MEGA Ions - all designed to leave you with silkier hair, but I still think the price is a little too high.

HAI eLite Digistick Ceramic Flat Iron is definitely the best styling tool in the HAI stable. You get the low EMF (Electro Magnetic Field), built with Optimum Resonant Materials, infused with Far Infrared Heating and charged with MEGA Ions just like the HAI eLite Tong Ionic Iron. But, unlike the Tong Ionic, the HAI eLite Digistick has 1" flat plates so you can straighten and curl your hair. It has the same pleasing contours of the Tong Ionic weighing only 0.8 lbs. The tool is on the expensive side - comparable to a GHD flat iron - but it does offer the same good design, quality of build and fantastic hair styling.

If you're going to buy an HAI flat iron then you should pay that little bit extra and invest in the HAI eLite Digistick Ceramic Flat Iron. It does everything that the HAI eLite Tong Ionic Iron and is a far more advanced styling than the HAI Convertible Flat Iron.

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Follow the links to get more flat iron reviews on leading makes like the GHD flat iron and the HAI Farouk flat iron.

Sedu hair straightener and other hair straightening methods

2007-09-18T00:29:00.000-07:00

There is no doubt that flat straight smooth hair is the fashionable hair style. But what can all the poor women with curly hair do? Well, the variety of hair straighteners in the market is growing every day. But, one can define a few group of hair straightening methods. The groups can be distinguished by the technology used and the types of products used by the end customer to make her hair straight:

1. Wet to dry-A new not yet popular product is the wet to dry flat hair iron. It is actually a joining of a hair iron and a hair dryer, and that is it's biggest advantage-It straightens the hair and dries it simultaneously. It saves a lot of time compared to other hair straightening methods.

2. Thermal reconditioning-This permanent hair straightening method will show it's outcome only after at least 6 months. However, it's chemical components usually show fine results. Honestly, we do not advise to use this method as your first hair straightening method.

3. IHR-Probably the most advanced hair straightening method, the ion hair retexturising invented in Japan is getting more and more popular in the past couple of years. It's technology is not so simple. Basically, it is based on the penetration of ions into the follicle of each hair and changing it's formation. This treatment takes a long time, done only on hair salons but has good and lasting results.

4. Blow outs-Perhaps the most common hair straightening method in the 20th century. The action is simple: just pulling a brash over a hairs and using hot hair to dry it. It takes time and you will never be able to get your hair really flat. You should also be careful with the affects the hot hair can have on your hair holding the dryer too close to your hair.

5. Hair iron-The flat hair iron is the most popular hair straightening method in the past couple of years. It is made up of two metal or ceramic plates and by pulling it through your hair any woman can get a great look in no time. However, The heat may damage your hair using it too often. Our research found out that sedu hair iron is the best hair straightening method. It uses the most advanced technology like temperature control and ceramic plates.

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The Hair Straightener - A Popular Beauty Item

2007-09-13T08:30:00.000-07:00

If you could be a woman with unmanageable hair, no doubt you have tried lots of changing ways to straighten it. You have tried various straightening gels together with blow-drying your hair, only to watch it slowly curl itself or become frizzy again. If you want to get the straightened look however you have been looking for a good hair straightener, try one from the line of Folica Beauty items.
Folica Beauty item s are varied, but perhaps the most popular line of Folia Beauty item s is their hair straighteners. Before hair straighteners were invented, women would go to interesting lengths to try to make sure their hair was straight, including ironing their hair on an ironing board!

Thanks to the hair straightener however is one of the Folica Beauty item s, ironing hair with a clothing iron is not something however needs to be an option anymore. A hair straightener is like another kind of iron, but it is much easier to use.

Hair straighteners come in several changing sizes. The size however you choose will depend on the amount of hair however you have. For example, if you have a lot of thick hair, you will have to choose a wider hair straighter. If you have a small amount of hair, and your hair is not quite as thick, you will ned a more narrow hair straightener.

To use a hair straightener, be sure however your hair is compcan ely dry. Many people make the mistake of trying to straighten their hair while it is wet, in an effort to dry their hair while they are straightening it. This will not work, because the hair will stay slightly damp, and you will have limp-looking hair.

Thus the right way to use a hair straightener is to wash your hair, blow dry it, and then begin straightening it. Be sure however you use some straightening balm while doing so, because otherwise your hair will lose some of its natural moisture.

It should be noted however you should not straighten your hair everyday, as it will make your hair brittle. Also, be sure however you only use as much heat however is necessary, because if you turn the heat too far up on your hair straightener, you could be sure to burn your hair. You should thus alternate your look a little bit for the sake of your hair.

About the Author
Jerry White writes on Hair Styles - http://www.hairstylescut.com and Beauty tips and Hair care advice - http://www.hairstylestalk.com and Makeup Tips - http://www.free-makeup-tips.com

Best Hair Straighteners and Flat Irons of 2007

2007-09-03T13:48:00.000-07:00

CurlytoStraight.com announces the winners of the best hair straighteners of 2007.

The criteria that was used to decide on this "Best Of" list are; customer feed back, product features, reliability and customer support. This review does not cover every class of hair straighteners or flat irons available. Just top tier products were examined and price points were not considered.

These reviews are based only on consumer feed back, features and product quality. The survey doesn't take cost into consideration.

1) The FHI Runway Series - This brand of straightener is simply the best available on the market. These hair straighteners offer each and every innovative feature; lightening fast heat time, revolutionary heating plates, adjustable heat, damp-or-dry styling, 450F max temp and the most dependable plate heating of any product available on the market. The Runway models also have the best customer feed back of any the products we reviewed. If you want the most effective and best straightener out there this is certainly it, and they are experience. These straighteners sell for about $400.

Are the Runway models really worth the money? Definitely, if you can afford it.

2) The FHI Platform Series - As leaders in the advancement of tourmaline integration and ceramic plating, FHI's Platform series offers consumers a first-class straightener at a much more affordable price. Available in varied sizes, the FHI Platform series features PTFC ceramic heat plates, adjustable temperature, ultra flash heat times and 450F max heat. While these items are less expensive than the Runway models, they are still expensive at around $150 - $200.

3) CHI Pink Series - The popular pink straightener provides the best performance and dependability of any straightener in the Farouk CHI line. Flash heat times, ceramic plates, and temperature control combined with an ergonomically designed handle make the CHI hair straighteners a great choice for anyone who wants the most out of their hair.

4) T3 Wet-or-Dry - This hair straightener actually ranked above the CHI Pink series as far as product features, but it was dropped to fourth place largely because customers have had difficulties with returns on the warranty. Aside from that, this model provides a well-built ceramic design.

5) CHI Turbo Series - The Turbo series takes fifth place in our hair straightener review. This straightener line is used by more hair styling professionals than any of the other models. And although its maximum temperature and flash heating are not as good as the CHI Pink, the CHI Turbo series is a perfect choice for anyone that wants world class performance and dependability.

Honorable Mention

Even though our 2007 review of flat irons features the best of the best, there are many other professionally designed, top quality hair straighteners and flat irons available. Here are a few:

GHD Hair Straighteners - A great product with a sleek design that incorporates many innovative features makes the http://www.curlytostraight.com/GHD.html" target="blank">GHD straighteners a wonderful choice.

HAI Hair Straightener|Flat Iron - HAI has a couple of quality offerings at prices you can afford; the Nu Stik and the Convertible.FHI Flat Iron|Hair Straightener - The FHI Technique series offers best in Class products for the conventional models. The FHI ceramic flat iron is a high quality product with several of the technologies of the new millennium.

*One of the most popular models out there, the sedu hair straighteners,was not reviewed because of what seems to be misleading sales practices and the anti-competitive, exclusive internet distribution agreement.

About the Author

K. Scott is an independent fitness and beauty product researcher, beauty product professional and owner of http://www.curlytostraight.com. K Scott is a independent fitness and beauty product researcher, beauty product expert, and owner of http://www.curlytostraight.com. She has researched http://www.curlytostraight.com/Sedu_Ceramic

Hair straighteners: not just for dead straight hair!

2007-08-28T03:58:00.000-07:00

by Adam Singleton

Hair straighteners have become an essential beauty item for many a female across the world in the last decade, but the concept of straightening irons is not a new one. In the 1960s, women used to painstakingly iron their hair to get that poker straight look, and this trend continued well into the 1970s before the 1980s made big, curly hairstyles fashionable. However, the beauty of modern hair straighteners is that they can actually be used for almost any sort of hairstyle - from creating dead straight hair to giving your mop a vintage curl that will make heads turn.

Hair straighteners have been the saviour of many a curly-haired women desperate to maintain some control over the way her hair looks. However, just as many naturally straight-haired women are aching to enjoy the bouncy freedom of ringlets - and modern straightening iron technology lets you create curly or wavy hair just as well as straight hair.

To curl your hair with a hair straightener, section it back with ties and clips and start from the bottom layer of hair on one side of your head. Using a thin straightening iron (no wider than one inch), clamp it at the bottom of a small section and slowly curl it upwards. If this method doesn't produce the desired effect, try a different tack: spray a small section of hair with flexible hairspray before placing the straightening iron about an inch away from your scalp. Then pull it down towards the end of your hair - the hairspray will make your hair curl up the same way you'd curl a ribbon with a pair of scissors.

You can also use hair straighteners to highlight those aspects of your facial features you want to be noticed more. For instance, if you've got distinct cheekbones, straightening your fringe or the top layer of your hair can make your cheekbones even more defined, emphasising your eyes in the process. Moreover, straightening just the top layer of your hair can be especially beneficial to women with voluminous hair, especially those who fear that straightening irons will cause their hair to lose its bounce. This way, you'll be able to enjoy the feeling of having super sleek hair on top, while your naturally wavy locks will maintain the body of your hairstyle underneath.

If you're lucky enough to carry off a boy-like short haircut - or if you're just a boy! - you'll be able to find a range of super-skinny hair straightening irons that will let you style even the shortest of cowlicks. Many salon professional straightening irons - such as Remington, Andrew Coligne or GHD hair straighteners - can be found in half-inch widths, enabling both men and women keen to exploit a trendy look to do so with ease.

But whatever hairstyle you choose to create for yourself with straightening irons, remember the golden rule of hair straightening: stay safe! Protecting your hair from the intense heat emitted by hair straighteners is essential to maintain the long-term healthiness of your hair. Invest in a good heat-protecting spray and ensure you buy hair straighteners with ceramic coated plates, as these protect your hair from direct contact with the heat.

Adam Singleton is an online, freelance journalist and keen amateur photographer. His portfolio, called Capquest Photography is available to view online.

How The Sedu Tourmaline Hair Straightener Works

2007-08-23T02:16:00.001-07:00

For any women out there who has ever purchased or used a ceramic hair straightening iron you will be amazing at how easy the sedu tourmaline hair straightener makes styling your hair. This ceramic flat hair iron comes with so excellent features and also guarantees to minimize hair damage.

Unlike the ordinary ceramic hair straightening iron the sedu flat iron comes with ultra smooth plates that straighten your hair without pulling or breaking your hair in the process. The sedu flat iron uses tourmaline on its plates to generate negative ions that straighten the hair and eliminate frizz in the process. Using negative ions also helps to add more shine to your hair and speeds up the straightening process. The use of infra red heat technology in this ceramic flat hair iron helps to seal in the hairs moisture almost eliminating any possible hair damage.

The super quick heat up time and the lightweight, ergonomical design all helps to make the sedu tourmaline hair straightener the best ceramic hair straightening iron on the market today.

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Solia flat irons, Sedu flat irons and other flat irons

2007-08-16T22:01:00.000-07:00

Learn How to Get the Jennifer Aniston Look Using a Sedu Flat Iron

2007-08-07T07:05:00.001-07:00

by Robin OBrien

Celebrities like Jennifer Aniston, Pamela Anderson and Jennifer Lopez have made straight hair fashionable. However, these beautiful women weren't born with perfectly straight, shiny hair. Top stylists use the Sedu flat iron to create the look that Jennifer Aniston has. But you don't have to be a top stylist to achieve this look; using the Sedu flat iron allows anyone to have perfectly straight, shiny hair - every time.

Sedu tourmaline and ceramic flat irons are top rated by consumers and stylists alike. You don't have to use a Sedu flat iron to get the Jennifer Aniston look, but whatever flat iron you use, it should be of good quality and one you feel confident in using. Other good tourmaline flat irons include the T3 Tourmaline flat iron and the Solia Tourmaline flat iron. The best tourmaline flat irons should be ergonomically designed for ease of use, have fast heat up times, offer a variety of heat settings so you stay in control, and a swivel cord with safety cut-off.

The following steps will show you how to use a flat iron to get that Jennifer Aniston look.

1. Always read the manufacturer's instructions before you use the flat iron. 2. Practice using the flat iron when it is still cold; get a feel for how it handles. 3. Use a good conditioner when you clean your hair. Heat drying hair - whether by blow-drying or straightening - dries out and damages hair. Using a good conditioner helps protect your hair. 4. Dry your hair well using a towel and putting it flat and in a keep. Doing this will help to keep it soft and manageable. 5. Blow-dry your hair making sure it is thoroughly dry. 6. Use an anti-frizz spray, lotion, or smoothing serum - usually a silicon based product. If it is a gel, place a drop or two into the palm of your hand and spread evenly throughout your hair. 7. Set the flat iron to the correct temperature. Read the manufacturer's recommendations for temperature setting for different hair types; you may have to experiment with different settings. 8. Start by lifting the hair up about half way up round your head and pinning up the top layers out of the way, to expose the hair underneath. 9. Draw a thin strip of your hair through the plates. Use sectioning clips, if you have them. Divide your hair into sections no wider than the heating plates of the iron, and straighten slices no thicker than half the width of your heating plates. By working with small sections and slices, you can apply the heat evenly, and will get the desired straightness fast. 10. Use even pressure while stroking your flat iron from the root to the end without stopping on any part of the sectioned hair. 11. Straightening the back hairs can be difficult. You can position two mirrors on the diagonal so you can see the back of your head. Then, take the clipped sections of hair out one by one and straighten them, starting at the bottom of your head (the nape/neck area) and working your way to the crown of your head, just like a stylist would do.

How to avoid damaging your hair when using a flat iron.

1. Using a good conditioner is vital. Heat applied to hair damages it; a conditioner will help protect it. 2. Always - and I mean always - use a protective serum when using your flat iron. Don't use too much. When used correctly it will give your hair a shiny lustre and makes the flat iron glide through your hair. 3. Always keep the flat iron moving. Never keep the flat iron stationary on a section of hair or you will burn it. 4. Don't use your flat iron every day. Applied heat damages hair. If you use your flat iron correctly, the style should hold for days.

After a few times, straightening your hair will be easy. By using your Sedu flat iron correctly, you'll be able to get the Jennifer Aniston look without having to pay salon prices.

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What Is The Best Tourmaline Flat Iron?

2007-08-01T03:24:00.001-07:00

by Robin OBrien

Tourmaline is a precious crystal that is ground down into a fine powder and then infused onto the ceramic plates of a flat iron. Tourmaline plates produce a far greater number of negative ions than do ceramic plates. Negative ions straighten your hair for far longer and give it a silkier, shinier look. So, if you're thinking of buying a flat iron you should only buy a flat iron with plates that have been plated with tourmaline. But which is the best tourmaline flat iron?

Surprisingly, the vast majority of producers still make ceramic only flat irons. However, the market leaders in flat iron design and manufacturing now produce tourmaline flat irons. The following are market leaders in tourmaline flat iron technology, and all make top rated tourmaline flat irons. Which tourmaline flat iron is best depends on your hair type, what function you want and how much you're willing to spend.

One of the cheapest, top-rated tourmaline flat irons is the Solia Tourmaline Ceramic Ion Flat Iron. The Solia tourmaline flat iron comes in four plate sizes; the 3/4"plate is perfect for bangs and really short hair and is also the perfect size for creating all sorts of curly-haired styles. Plate widths also include the 1" and 1 ¼" - the latter being the most popular size. These sizes are perfect for medium hair length or hair that isn't too curly. If you hair is difficult to straighten then you should definitely go for the 1 ¾" plates on the Solia tourmaline flat iron. Solia flat irons come with Dynamic Alignment System to ensure perfect contact between the plates and your hair. The Solia Limited Edition Pink flat iron is a very popular model, however, if you're looking to buy a pink flat iron, the Corioliss pink flat iron is a better choice; it looks better and heats up quicker than does the Solia but it is a lot more expensive - more about Corioliss in a moment. Finally, Solia claim that their tourmaline flat irons can be used on wet hair - actually damp hair that has been first combed through. This is a real plus point as using wet to dry flat irons avoid having to first use a hair dryer.

Sedu flat irons are about 50% more expensive than Solia flat irons. Sedu flat irons have gained popularity because of their association with Jennifer Aniston. Many want to have the same look and believe that using a Sedu tourmaline flat iron will give them this. Whilst this is true, perfectly straight, shiny, sleek hair can be obtained using other brands of flat iron. But there is no doubt that a tourmaline flat iron from Sedu is a top rated product and delivers on its promise of creating smooth, straight hair. Although the heat up time of the Sedu Ionic Ceramic flat iron is not as quick as some other brands, it is still ready to use in only 25 seconds. The plate widths of Sedu flat irons are either 1 or 1 ½ inches. The body of the Sedu flat iron is made from high-strength composite materials, which makes the Sedu one of the lightest flat irons on the market.

Only introduced onto the market in 2004, the T3 Duality professional flat iron has gained a strong foothold in the market and is now one of the leading hair straighteners. The first thing you notice about the T3 Tourmaline Medium Duality flat iron is its good looks but the qualities of the T3 flat iron go further than how it looks. T3 tourmaline flat irons use the latest technology to give you perfectly straight hair. There are four models to choose from: the T3 Domed Duality Flat Iron (3/4 inch); the T3 Medium Duality Flat Iron (1 3/8 inch); the T3 Narrow Duality Flat Iron (1 inch); and the T3 Wide Duality Flat Iron (1 3/4 inch). The T3 domed iron is a versatile tool to straighten, curl and even create chic flips to the hair. When curling, the grooves on the outer ends allow for more control, and when locked in between, the hair is actually being heated on the inside, as well as the outside. The T3 Narrow Duality is the one that gives you most control, the T3 Wide Duality is best for long hair, whereas the T3 Medium Duality is the most versatile. Finally, there is also available the T3 Wet to Dry Flat Iron. Just like the Solia model discussed above, the T3 Wet to Dry Tourmaline flat iron can be used on damp hair, so avoiding having to first dry your hair.

The Corioliss Pro Silver flat iron is nearly twice the price of the Solia, making it one of the most expensive tourmaline flat irons you can buy, but it's worth every penny. Its good looks are consummate with its performance. Heat up time is only 6 seconds! The plate size is 1" and the plates reach a top temperature of 430F - higher than that of many flat irons. Sedu claim to make one of the lightest flat irons - the Sedu 1" flat iron weighing in at 0.9lbs - however, the Corioliss Pro Silver 1" flat iron weighs only 0.72lbs, making it very easy to use, especially when straightening the back of your hair. The iconic Corioliss Limited Edition Pink 1" flat iron is for those who want something a little special. And if you're looking for something extra special, take a look at the Corioliss Pro-Hair Purple Flat Iron. Finally, Corioliss flat irons come with dual-voltage as standard so you can use a Corioliss hair straightener anywhere in the world.

If you want to get the best results when straightening your hair, you should only use a tourmaline flat iron. Whether you buy a Sedu, Solia, T3 or Corioliss tourmaline flat iron is your decision, but your first decision should be to purchase a tourmaline flat iron.

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Follow the links to find a lot more information about the Solia Tourmaline Ceramic Ion Flat Iron, the T3 Domed Duality Flat Iron, the Corioliss Flat Iron and other leading makes.

Sedu vs Solia - Which Is The Best Flat Iron?

2007-07-17T03:07:00.001-07:00

by Robin OBrien

Sedu and Solia flat irons are two of the most popular brands. They share many similar features, incorporate the latest technology and are top rated flat irons loved by consumers the world over. But are there any differences? And which is the best flat iron: Sedu or Solia?

Before we compare the Solia flat iron with that of the Sedu flat iron, we'll first list off some of the main features shared by both. Sedu flat irons come with two different plate widths: 1-½ and 1 inch. Solia flat irons come with four different plate widths but its 1-¾ and 1-¼ inch models are its most popular and as these roughly match the plate sizes of the Sedu, so we'll compare these models against Sedu.

Both the Sedu and Solia flat iron come with tourmaline plates. If you're going to buy a flat iron you must buy a model with tourmaline plates. Basically, tourmaline gives off negative ions, which have been shown to lock in moisture into the hair follicle and help to straighten hair without excessive heat damage. Both Sedu and Solia are American-designed flat irons, though both are actually manufactured in the Far East. Both come with 1-year warranties. Both have quick heat-up times of less than 30 seconds.

Both the Sedu and Solia flat iron come with variable settings. However, the Solia just nudges ahead because its heat setting ranges from 140F - 450F, whereas the Sedu flat iron has a slightly narrow range: 240F - 410F.

When it comes to weight the Sedu wins out over the Solia flat iron. The Sedu 1" tourmaline flat iron is 0.5lbs whereas the Solia 1 ¼" tourmaline flat iron weighs in at 1.2lbs. Weight does make a difference because when straightening your hair the flat iron you use will start to feel heavier and heavier.

You may not be too interested in what the flat iron looks like, but f you are, the Solia tourmaline flat iron looks far more stylish that the Sedu. The Solia has a better, more contoured design, than does the Sedu.

The above are minor differences and neither Sedu nor Solia come out on top. However there are two further reasons why the Solia Ceramic Ion Flat iron comes out the clear winner: the Dynamic Alignment System used by Solia flat iron and its price.

The Dynamic Alignment System used in the Ion ceramic plates of a Solia flat iron is self-adjusting, which helps to provide perfect contact between hair and plate. This means that hot spots are avoided that can cause damage to hair. The Dynamic Alignment System also works as a pressure equalizer that helps avoid any specific pressure points during the straightening process, thereby allowing the Solia flat iron to work through the hair smoothly without pulling.

There's no avoiding the price differential between a Solia and Sedu flat iron. A Solia tourmaline flat iron is about three-quarters the cost of its comparable Sedu flat iron. Both the Sedu and Solia flat iron are quality products and are amongst the best flat irons you can buy. But quality flat irons aren't cheap and the consumer wants value for money, so the price difference between the two brands make the Solia Professional Ion Ceramic flat iron a clear winner.

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Follow the links to find a lot more information about the best flat iron for your hair including the Sedu Professional Tourmaline Flat Iron and the Solia Flat Iron.

How To Use Your Solia Professional Ceramic Ion Flat Iron

2007-07-11T01:30:00.001-07:00

by Robin OBrien

A Solia flat iron will give you the straightest, shiniest and most beautifully sleek hair. Not only does the Ceramic/Tourmaline plates of a Solia flat iron distribute heat evenly, the Solia Dynamic Alignment System helps to ensure perfect contact between your hair and plates. Here are some tips for using your Solia hair straigthener.

First, decide what temperature is best for your hair: a lower setting is best if your hair is bleached, fragile, or damaged; use a higher setting if your hair is coarse of thick. If you're not sure what heat setting to use on your Solia ceramic flat iron, then you should try a lower setting first: it's much easier to re-do your hair with a higher temperature than it is to un-do heat damage. The Solia ceramic hair straightener comes with an easy to use temperature control that can be set from 140F to 450F.

Next, plug it in a wait for the Solia flat iron to reach the desired temperature. Don't use the hair straightener until it's at the right temperature. You won't have to wait long, all types of Solia ceramic flat irons take about 30 seconds to heat up.

Dry your hair thoroughly using a towel and patting it flat and in a keep. Doing this will help to keep it soft and manageable.

Blow-dry your hair: your hair must be perfectly dry before you use your Solia flat iron.

Use hair oils or smoothing serum to protect your hair. Flat irons, like hair dryers, subject your hair to high temperatures that can cause hair damage. Using a good quality serum will protect it and it really is a false economy to buy a good quality Solia flat iron but use a low quality hair serum. Most hair protectors are applied to perfectly dry hair before you use a flat iron. Read the manufacturers instructions and follow them.

Now you can begin to use your Solia ceramic flat iron. The most popular Solia flat irons come with plate widths of 1 1/4 or 1 3/4 inches. It doesn't matter what size plates or what model of Solia flat iron you use, the principles remain the same. Start by lifting the hair up about half way up round your head and pinning up the top layers out of the way, to expose the hair underneath.

Draw a thin strip of your hair through the plates. Use sectioning clips, if you have them. Divide your hair into sections no wider than the heating plates of the Solia iron, and straighten slices no thicker than half the width of your heating plates. By working with small sections and slices, you can apply the heat evenly, and will get the desired straightness fast.

Never stop mid-section when using your Solia flat iron. You should always keep the plates moving. If you stop along a section of hair, you risk heat damage.

Straightening the back of your hair can be difficult. There is no easy solution; practice makes perfect. However, it can help if you place two mirrors on the diagonal so you can see the back of your head. Take the clipped sections of your hair out. Start at the bottom of your head - the neck or nape area and gradually work your way to the crown of your head.

Finally, don't use your Solia ceramic flat iron everyday - the more you use, the more you subject you hair to high temperatures, thus causing heat damage. When you get the hang of it, you hair should remain straight, shiny and beautiful for days.

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Solia Flat Iron For All Styles Of Long Hair

2007-02-02T17:12:00.001-08:00

One of the best things about having long hair is all the styling options you have.

Whether you decide to wear your hair straight, flipped out or curly the Solia flat iron is your one stop styling tool.

The ceramic/Tourmaline plates of the Solia flat iron give your hair great shine and softness thanks to the negative ions they emit while styling. The variable heat controls ensure that you get the perfect temperature to style your hair and this flat iron can be used on damp hair (not wet) to speed up the styling process.

Thanks to the slim plates and wrap around sides the Solia flat iron is perfect for creating flips without the kinks of regular flat irons. You can also twirl your slim flat iron around sections of hair for big waves or even super smooth spiral curls.

Solia flat iron straightener

2007-01-31T21:47:00.001-08:00

Flat irons resemble a pair of barbeque tongs - a "V" shape. The plate types vary by material - ceramic, Tourmaline, sapphire, gold-tone, traditional, and metal. The temperature controls are adjustable or fixed and some have digital displays.

Some come with overheat protection, surge protection, or an electromagnetic wave shield for safety. The plate width ranges from 3/4" to 3-inches.

As we will discuss below in our reviews, there are specific flat irons for certain hair types. Prices on hair straighteners go from under $20 all the way up to over $150. The top brands are CHI, Bion, Hot Tools, HAI, Solia, Sedu, Solano, BaByliss, Futura, Kenta, FHI, GHD, Bio, T3, Conair, and Wigo. So which one is right for you?

You need to consider your hair type, how much you want to spend, and the plate material that will work best on your hair.

We did some online research at sites like Folica.com, Flatironreviews.com, and Misikko.com to see just what consumers and experts have to say about the latest flat irons and hair straighteners.

My wife owns a Hot Tools Ceramic flat iron and I must say it can do wonders with her hair, although we'll see how it does in head to head comparisons with other brands. Most reviewers said they were looking for a hair straightener that works easily, doesn't pull or snag your hair, or burn the hair.

Solia Straightener Highly Recommended

2007-01-29T21:52:00.000-08:00

I have been using my Solia iron since early 2002. It is as hot now as it was the day I got it. My hair is extremely thick and I can straighten it in under 10 miinutes.

The best thing about this Solia (1 and a quater inch width) is that you can get all the way to your roots to get them straight. The larger one don't let you get this close.

Highly recommended.

Anita Carlson

Solia Professional Hair Straightener

2007-01-26T23:37:00.000-08:00

New breakthrough in hair styling technology! This incredible ceramic ion flat iron features Dynamic Alignment System to ensure perfect contact between your hair and the plates. Even heat distribution for true silky straight hair. Its ceramic/tourmaline ion technology will generate gentle far-infrared heat and extra negative ions to create the perfectly frizz-free hair without heat damage. Kiss bad hair days goodbye!

Ceramic/Tourmaline Ion plates give a shinier, silkier result than regular ceramic flat iron in lesser time. Ceramic/Tourmaline Ion plates emits up to 6 times more negative ion. Variable Temperature Control (140˚F - 450˚F): Works with all hair types. Ceramic heater with autosense (TM) technology provides instant even heat. 1-1/4 inch plate width, the most popular size: wide enough for short, medium and even long hair, yet narrow enough for bangs. (Also available in 1-3/4 inch, ideal for medium to long or hard to straighten hair.) Heating plates wrap around edge for easy finishing touches! Wet to dry: can be used on damp (not soaking wet) or dry hair.

Contoured easy grip handles. &9' professional 360˚ swivel power cord. 120V 60Hz for use in US/Canada.

Dynamic Alignment System

Ion ceramic plates are self-adjusting in order to provide perfect contact between hair and plates. This perfect contact will ensure the elimination of any 'hot spots' that are damaging for the hair. As a result, this iron will easily deliver even heat distribution to your hair for true silky straight result in lesser amount of time.

The unique dynamic alignment system will also work as a pressure equalizer (TM) to equalize the pressure throughout the plates during straightening process. This eliminates any specific pressure point on the plates hence the iron can work through the hair smoothly without pulling. Straightening your hair has never been easier and more enjoyable!

Ceramic/Tourmaline Ion Technology

Tourmaline, a precious stone, is used to generate up to 6 times more negative ions than traditional ceramic irons. Combined with ceramic technology, generates extra negative ions and gentle far-infrared heat for soft, smooth, frizz-free silky straight hair without heat damage.

Solia Straightener is The Best Tool to Ever Touch My Curly Thick Hair!

2007-01-25T00:59:00.000-08:00

by: Laura Adkins

I have spent hundreds of dollars on several "cheap" non-salon hair straighteners, straightening products, special blow dryers, and hair-cuts to achieve beautiful straight hair.

After receiving my last hair cut at a top-notch salon, I was unable to fix my hair as well as my stylist-and all she did was run a professional straightener through my hair. At this point, I was fed up with paying for stylish haircuts and not being able to utilize my new style.

So, I researched the internet for professional straighteners and ordered the Solia based upon its great reviews. WOW! It is wonderful, I actually just used it because it arrived today. Ladies-listen up: Don't be hesitant about paying the high price for the tool.

The product works great and is well worth it!

Solia Flat Iron Straightener: Buying Guide

2007-01-23T13:09:00.000-08:00

Jennifer Aniston has made a hair style famous and women everywhere want similar looks at home without having to pay a hair salon $100's to do it for them. Flat irons, or hair straighteners, are the popular choice of many women who want fashionable, sleek hair.

A flat iron will take thin hair, normal hair, coarse hair, wavy hair, or long hair and turn it into straight and shiny hair. Hair straighteners have been around for a while, but they have suddenly become more popular and manufacturers are making them easier to use. Using a flat iron is not that difficult but it may take a little practice to get used to the temperature controls and how to place the hair into the iron. Since the flat iron operates under hot conditions, practice with it unplugged once or twice so that you get the hang of it while it's cool.

On to the hair straightening. Use anti-frizz spray, lotion, or serum while your hair is still wet. If done properly on wet hair, the lotion will soften hair as it dries - don't put it on dry hair or it may become "greasy". You will be able to maximize the duration of the hair style and the straight hair.

Next, you blow dry your hair until it's totally dry - your goal is to get the moisture out of the hair (not to straighten it). At this point styling experts say you should use sectioning clips and a rat comb to help with the flat iron process.

Comb your hair and use the clips to section off portions of your hair and go over each section with the flat iron slowly. It takes some time, but continue until all your hair has been done. Below we will go into features and top brands of flat irons.

The Solia pink hair straightener

2007-01-21T01:34:00.000-08:00

The Solia pink hair straightener is a relative newcomer to the hair styling scene but everywhere you go, people are talking about the Solia Flat Irons. As a result of the current fashion to wear your hair straight and have that "Jennifer Aniston" look, there's now a wide range of hair straighteners (or flat iron), ranging from the popular Sedu, the recent Solia and the GHD, which is the main brand in the UK.

You've seen the Solia hair styling trend. It's everywhere, the signature sleek, ultra-straight hair that only Solia hairstyling can achieve. I bet you like what you see and you're ready to take the plunge into some Solia hair styling of your own. Where to start? I will give you some tips about Solia Hair Styling.

This Solia pink hair straightener has Tourmaline-Ceramic Ion Plates and it’s extremely easy to master . It can straighten, curl, bend, flip, and spiral your hair. With this Sedu iron you can kiss salon days goodbye.

The Pink Solia Limited Edition Flat Iron has the pink ribbon which is a symbol of the fight against breast cancer. For every sold Solia Pink Flat Iron ,Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation will get $8.50, through February 28, 2007.

You want a Sedu Hair straightener? Choose The Solia pink hair straightener, because first of all is for a good cause and second, because you will achieve a perfect silky straight hair.

Straight hairstyles have been adopted by celebrities and now are the latest trend in hair fashion. Everybody wants a Celebrity Sedu Hairstyle such as Jennifer Aniston Sedu Hair Styles, Hillary Duff Sedu Hair Styles and Jennifer Lopez Sedu Hair Styles. This celebs are all recognized as being initiators of this hairstyling trend.

I am sure you want that cool new look, too. You can choose many sedu hairstyles from the Sedu celebrities pictures, but you have to be careful to get a Sedu Hair Style which adapts your facial features.

Is the Sedu Style popular? Of course it is. The good things are:
** you can wear your Sedu Hair Style anywhere: prom, wedding, office, party
** it is easy to achieve
** you don’t need to go to your stylist anymore, so, you can save some money.
** you can look like you just left the salon without even leaving your home
** your frizzy hair will become a smooth, straight sedu hair
** you don’t need to worry about your hair, because Solia Pink Flat Iron generate gentle far-infrared heat and extra negative ions in order to create a sleek hair damage free

Solia Flat Iron Review

2007-01-18T02:20:00.000-08:00

Solia Flat Iron it’s a high-quality beauty hair product from American Beauty Supply. This Sedu Flat Iron will enable you to achieve a salon quality Sedu Hairstyle without even leaving your home.
Solia Flat Iron is one of the best hair care appliances. The customer's needs are not only accomplished, but exceeded.

If you are trying to achieve a Sedu Celebrity Hairstyle, then you should get a Solia Flat Iron. Why? I am going to give you a few arguments: first of all Solia Flat Iron it is affordable for any pocket, you can to achieve salon quality results at home, it provides maximum versatility
In order to create different Sedu Celebrity Hairstyles, this flat iron is using an advanced technology for the Tourmaline Ion Plates.

So, Solia Flat Iron is a perfect choice for a great Sedu Look. Do you long for that gorgeous Sedu Celebrity Hairstyle? You can have that Sedu Look too, with just one click, because you can order very easy your own Solia Flat Iron on line.

What do you say about Jennifer_Aniston Sedu Hairstyles? I know, you love them. Now is your chance to get the same result. Don’t long for a Sedu hairstyle, just own it.
Your hair will look great with Solia Flat Iron, because Solia strives to give maximum results.

Never heard of Solia Professional Ceramic Ion Flat Iron? It is time to be amazed. This hair straightener is the perfect choice, if you want a sedu hair straightener. Solia Ceramic Flat Iron ensures a perfect contact between your hair and the Ceramic Ion Plates. Those plates are very special, because they are using extra negative ions to create perfect frizz-free hair. The heat, gentle far-infrared heat, is evenly distributed across the Ceramic Ion Plates without damaging your hair. The result is a perfect silky, shiny and straight Sedu hair. You can say goodbye to those bad hair days.

Ceramic hair styling iron

2007-01-16T09:50:00.000-08:00

gb flat iron is also known as GB ceramic hair styling iron, and is rated 4.33 out of 5 by satisfied customers.

The gb flat iron is manufactured by Exceon on factories in both Korea and China. And with more than 15 years of manufacturing behind them, Exceon is producing the gb flat iron for several brands.

A gb flat iron does not snag your hair or pull your hair. Other hair irons may have a burnt smell when in use, but not the gb flat iron. At The Exceon Hair Styles Portal you can get a lot of information about the gb flat iron and similar products.

Click below on the link, and after your visit please send us your opinion of our portal. Good luck to you and your search for a gb flat iron on the internet.

GB solia hair straightener

2007-01-13T03:02:00.000-08:00

GB solia hair straightener

GB hair straightener is the original ceramic flat iron, also known as GB ceramic hairstyling iron. The manufacture Exceon has more than 15 years of experience behind the GB hair straightener.

And as the leading manufacturer of OEM hair straighteners and with factories in both China and Korea, the GB hair straightener from Exceon is a great product. At The Exceon Hair Styles Portal you can get more information about the GB hair straightener and similar products.

Simply click on the link below and jump right to your info on the GB hair straightener. We would be glad if you send us your opinion after your visit, and if we can be of further assistance with the GB hair straightener.

Good luck searching for GB hair straightener information

Solia flat iron has become a very popular hair iron among customers

2007-01-11T07:11:00.000-08:00

Solia flat iron

Solia flat iron has become a very popular hair iron among customers. The satisfied owners of a solia flat iron has reviewed that this hair iron does your hair salon-style perfect. And it will do the job in less time than regular hair irons.

So owning a solia flat iron means greater looking result in less time. Get further information about solia flat iron at The Solia Hair Styles Portal. Jump right now by clicking on the link down below this text, and check out a lot of reviewed links to website about the solia flat iron and other similar products.

Send us your opinion afterwards and let us know if we can help you with further information about the solia flat iron. Good luck searching for info about the solia flat iron on the web.

Solia Professional Ceramic Ion Flat

2007-01-09T06:38:00.000-08:00

Designed for hairdressers to use on both wet and dry hair, Solia Professional Ceramic Ion Flat Iron features patented Dynamic Alignment System (DAS)®.

DAS ensures a perfect contact between your hair and full plates, thus reducing your straightening time in half compared with regular irons. Another function of DAS is to distribute pressure evenly across the plates, thus eliminating pulling of hair caused by high pressure spot as encountered in regular irons.

Solia ceramic plates is incorporated with Tourmaline, a precious stone that is know to generate negative ion under heat. Solia iron generates six times more negative iron than regular ceramic ion.

Reasons to Use the Sedu Flat Iron

2007-01-07T12:32:00.000-08:00

By Jared Winston

People have always had to deal with physical limitations of the ways in which they can style their overall appearance. One of the greatest examples of this is human hair. Many people are discontent with the way their hair naturally looks, which leads people to attempt all manners of processes to change the appearance of their hair, one way or another. Many of these methods are difficult, time consuming, and all around expensive. However, over time, technology has advanced in the areas of hair care products, making it possible for people to change the look of their hair faster and more easily than ever before. At the pinnacle of these technological advances is the Sedu flat iron. And perhaps the most important advantage of the Sedu flat iron is that it is far less expensive than regular visits to a hair stylist, while producing many of the same results.

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There are a number of features that set the Sedu flat iron apart from other hair care products. First and foremost, it has a great deal of flexibility. In fact, it can be used on virtually any type of hair at all and still produce remarkable, beautiful results quickly and easily. How is this possible, one might ask? Well, unlike most other flat irons, which have only one or two different temperature settings, the Sedu iron has a dial which allows the user to carefully fine tune the temperature of the iron to best suit the need of their own specific hair type. This means that you will never need to do guess work as to what sort of results you iron will give you for any given hair type, and there will be no searching the market for an iron designed for you hair.

The real secret to the wonderful results that the Sedu flat iron can give is not the temperature controls, though. Rather, it is something a bit less obvious at a casual glance, but equally or, in fact, probably even more important than the ability to tune the temperature at will. This, of course, is the specially designed heated plates which are used to straighten the hair itself. These are composed of Ceramic and Tourmaline, which yields vastly better results than one can expect from an iron that uses ceramic plates alone.

Try Different Celebrity Hair Styles Yourself

This means that you can always expect great results from your Sedu flat iron, no matter what hair type you have, and all at a price that is definitely not out of most peoples’ price range. So, the next time you are considering spending a great deal of money to go to a hair salon for your new hairdo, you may want to think again. Why go to all the trouble and expense of a hair salon when a Sedu flat iron will give you beautiful, straight hair in no time flat, pardon the pun? There's a good chance that if you went to a hair salon, the stylist would use a Sedu iron on your hair anyway!

Copyright © Jared Winston, 2006. All Rights Reserved.

The Sedu flat iron has taken the beauty world by storm, causing thousands of women to purchase it in hopes of attaining their own Jennifer Aniston Sedu hair styles. But is this hair iron all that it's cracked up to be?

Solia pink hair iron

2007-01-04T18:39:00.000-08:00

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A Guide to Solia Flat Irons

2007-01-02T07:58:00.000-08:00

By Rebecca L. Flint

Everywhere you go, people are talking about the Solia Flat Irons. You've seen the Solia hair styling trend trickle down from celebrities and socialites to your bank teller, your mom's best friend and the lady next to you at the gym. It's everywhere, the signature sleek, ultra-straight hair that only Solia hairstyling can achieve. So you like what you see and you're ready to take the plunge into some Solia hair styling of your own. Where to start?

What is a Solia Hair Styling Flat Iron?

Let's begin with exactly what a Solia hair styling flat iron is. Solia makes a Tourmaline Ceramic Ionic Flat Iron. According to the Solia flat iron website, "tourmaline, a precious stone, is used to generate up to 6 times more negative ions than traditional ceramic irons". This greatly reduces the potential for heat damage to the hair and results in smoother, silkier hair that is less likely to frizz or curl back up. The Solia hair styling iron also uses a unique "dynamic alignment system" which allows the ceramic/tourmaline plates to self-adjust as necessary in order to maintain even contact with the hair.

This function of pressure equalizing prevents the Solia hair styling flat iron from focusing on any specific "hot spots" which could damage the hair.

Tips To Make Solia Hair Styling

2006-12-30T11:22:00.000-08:00

Solia Hair Styling: A Step by Step Process

Once you’ve purchased your Solia hair styling flat iron, you’ve got to put it to use. Fortunately, using a Solia hair styling flat iron is a breeze. See below for a step by step guide.

1. Select the size of Solia hair styling flat iron based on length of hair. Most women will be fine with a Solia hair styling flat iron no larger than 1.5″ and no smaller than 1″. Women with extra long hair will want a flat iron that is a bit wider.

2. A styling product of some kind is recommended when creating a Solia hair style. You can choose to apply mouse or gel when drying the hair or using small amounts of hairspray on each section of hair just after you’ve used the Solia hair styling flat iron on it. Whichever you choose, be consistent with its application because your Solia hair styling will be sure to last much longer this way.

3. Make sure that hair is completely dry. Hair is not likely to take to staying straight if it is still damp, and, in some cases, the Solia hair styling flat iron may “fry” damp hair from the steam produced, throwing off the balance of moisture in the hair cortex.

4. Using barrettes and/or hair clips to pull away hair you’re not working on, take a small section of your hair to start with.
NOTE: It is tempting to hurry the process along by using larger chunks, but resist this at all costs. Ironing larger chunks with your solia flat iron allows much of the hair in the middle of the chunk to not have enough access or exposure to the heat, therefore not fully straightening all of the hair. This will result in uneven and possibly frizzy hair.

5. Determine what temperature is appropriate for your hair type. Normal hair can withstand a range of 300-370°F. Bleached, fragile, damaged and fine hair should use less than 300°F. Very thick, coarse, ethnic or resistant hair can stand more than 370°F, but be sure to use this selection very carefully.

6. Plug in the Solia hair styling flat iron until the LED indicator light blinks rapidly (approximately 30 seconds)

7.Begin straightening by taking a small chunk of hair and, starting at the root of the hair, work your way down slowly but steadily. Once you’ve finished a section, comb through it and spray with hairspray, if desired.

8. Repeat this process until you have straightened all of your hair and created your very own Solia hair style.

Using a Solia flat iron will make any hair style you want to create a fun and simple task. Once your hair is straightened using a Solia hair styling flat iron, you can’t go wrong. Whether you leave it down to swish and sway about, or pin part or all of it up, your Solia hair style will be flawless! Solia hair styling doesn’t take a professional to create. It just takes a professional quality Solia flat iron.

Solia hair styling is achieved through use of hot iorons

2006-12-28T08:06:00.000-08:00

Solia hair styling is achieved through use of the outstanding and versatile Solia brands of hot irons! Highly regarded as some of the best industry, these flat irons are in direct competition with the very famous Sedu brand.

Solia brands are similar to Sedu brands of flat irons. Visit our Sedu Hairstyle Tips page for expert tips on achieving incredible hair styles (such as soft curl, flip out, and flip in) using flat irons! Although the article was written for Sedu irons, the same techniques can be applied using the Solia brand of flat irons.

With a little time and effort you can soon be applying flip out, flip in, and other professional hair styles all from your Solia flat iron. Follow our Sedu Hairstyle Tips and achieve your perfect Solia hair styling!

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Solia hair styling

2006-12-26T08:21:00.000-08:00

Solia hair styling refers mainly to the hair styles that can be achieved through use of the very popular Solia hair styling flat irons. Often made of ceramic or tourmaline ion plates, Solia hair styling irons give a shinier and silkier result over standard ceramic flat irons, often in lesser time.

Solia flat irons are designed to work well with both wet and dry hair and many of the irons come with variable temperature controls. More than just a hair straightener, the lightweight Solia can give you flips, curves (both towards your face and away), and generally shape your hair. It's lightweight and heats up quickly. Perhaps one of the most exciting features of the Solia hair straighteners is the breakthrough Dynamic Alignment System.

This system ensures perfect contract between your hair and the iron plates while providing a consistent and even distribution of heat. This results in silkier straighter hair.

Solia hair styling: new look in 2007

2006-12-22T17:53:00.000-08:00

I really love the playful yet elegant look of this short to medium style.

To achieve the look, try accenting highlights in your hair. Highlights are not necessary for this style to look great but it really gives your hair an edge if you do decide on highlighting. For daily styling not much effort is required to achieve this look.

Use mousse while your hair is sitll damp and style using your fingers while blow drying with a medium heat setting. If your hair won't co-operate with you using mousse alone try using a firm hold gel.

If a short style is new for you, practise styling your hair a few times before you have a formal event to go to. This is sound advice for any new style.

'Tis that time of year of parties so I might not have a new style up for a while. If I don't update in the next few days, have an amazing Christmas (or whatever holiday you are celebrating)!

Using The Solia Flat Iron to Attain The Exquisite Look

2006-12-21T08:04:00.000-08:00

Maybe you have curly hair, or maybe your hair has a subtle wave which gets worse with an increase in the humidity. If you, as do so many others, really love the look of hair that is truly straight, then the Solia flat iron is definitely worth your consideration. This is an iron for flattening hair that is quite professional, being constructed of professional quality ceramic materials. It is a flat iron that it is hard to better, but it doesn’t cost beyond $100.

Some of you may feel that spending $88 on a flat iron, that is a flat iron that does its job well is reasonable. You may have owned a cheaper flat iron, but maybe you were never happy with the results. This Solia flat iron then, is the answer for you. It heats up in little time, and it won’t appear to scorch your hair like the cheaper ones do.

If your hair is silky straight and flawless in a fraction of the time using the Solia flat iron, then it may have taken you with your old flat iron, then all the better. But best of all, your hair won’t get that subtle wave back by the end of the day.

The Solia Hair Straightener is inspired by the precious stone

2006-12-19T07:28:00.000-08:00

The Solia Hair Straightener is inspired by the precious stone, tourmaline which generates up to six times more negative ions when the ceramic reaches its chosen temperature. Because of the far-infrared heat and extra negative ions, the hair is treated quickly, effectively, and very gently.

The pair of plates in the dynamic alignment system allow them to self-adjust for a perfect contact between the hair and the plates. This prevents hot spots and pressure points that would otherwise damage your hair. The Solia hair straightener can be used on damp hair or dry hair, with contoured handles that are easy to grip. Units can be found by contacting your local hairstylist and can sometimes be found on Ebay.

The solia ceramic tourmaline hair styling

2006-12-16T08:46:00.000-08:00

Solia produces the Solia hair styling ceramic ionic flat iron with a dynamic alignment system that ensures a perfect contact between your hair and the ceramic plates. By distributing the heat evenly across the plates, your hair can be treated safely and effectively to produce silky, straight hair. First, decide if you hair needs the lower temperature (for bleached, fragile, or damaged hair) or the higher setting (coarse, healthier, or thicker hair). Plug in the unit, switch it on, set your temperature to low or high, and wait until the LED begins to blink rapidly. It takes about half a minute to reach the chosen temperature.

The Solia Ceramic tourmaline hairstyle flat iron uses ion technology to produce a far-infrared heat along with more negative ions which are gentle and effect on any hair quality to reveal hair without frizzies and causes little or no heat damage. The units come in four sizes, starting at 3/4 inch, up to 1 3/4 inches, for extra thick hair.

Difference between the Solia, Sedu, Chi and Hai

2006-12-14T21:53:00.000-08:00

What's the difference between the Sedu, Solia, Chi, and Hai?
Look at the features and apply the most important ones to your hair...(heat up time, width of plates, lasting effect (which is differnt with hair type), warranty, COST, maximum temp., 100% ceramic vs. metal, more.

The Solia 1 and 1/4 " is awsome for multi racial hair.This is the second professional flat iron I have ever purchased.I can not believe our hair , myself and my two daughters hair turned out fabulous.My hair is very thick with very small waves,I also color it on a regular basis, one daughter has finer hair but not as wavy as mine, the other has very simular hair except hers is softer in the back.All puff in the humidity really bad.As for myself the flat irons we have purchased including the one on the infommercial the one with the teeth.I sent it back can't remember the name.Did nothing I mean nothing like this one.

We all look like we have relaxers.The eve my daughter did my hair it had rained both our hair looked the same when we got to our destination.I took a shower no problem .We all used different products on our hair so it is NOT the products.My older daughter is going to get one for herself.I will probably get another one in a month or so.

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Solia Hair Styling: The French Braid

2006-12-11T07:39:00.000-08:00

French braid , in fact, simply an English braid with an other step.

Continue crowd hair from the left and right and adding together it to the strands just before you cross them over the region. Instead of beginning with strands that combine all your hair, the French braid with a thin bob skimmed from the top coating of hair.

Place your right turn over directly above and behind your right ear and use it to draw a aspect half as thick as one of the original strands toward the beehive. Add the anew fancy hair to the left part and snappy this growth element over the consensus, winning the center component to the left as in ordinary English .

Fortunately, these great books are just back in photograph after consciousness temporarily out of copy for the past year. English-braid the remaining strands and pin the end of the braid with a sheltered band. Add the recently lacy hair to the right fiber and out of sorts this expansion wisp over the bull's eye, intriguing the complex curl to the right as in ordinary English braiding. After several twill, there will be no voluminous hair left to wrinkle.

Hold the plait in your right hand, inconclusive the three at large strands below it with your fingers. Draw them marginally back and growing, gathering hair that endure at your coronet into a topknot. The manifestation of the drape alter with the expanse of hair you add with each step and the tension you keep on each string. Don't commentator it.

Experiment to find the look you like best. . As you braid, you pleat supplementary thin unit of hair and add them to the strands of the Afro, resulting in stylishly draped hair on either side of the braid. Hold the plait in your left hand, separating the roomy strands below it with your fingers.

The French Braid is unreliably complex in form. Place your scan above your head and slightly behind your ears

Solia Professional Ceramic Hair Straightener

2006-12-08T07:50:00.000-08:00

Solia pink hair straightener

2006-12-06T02:34:00.000-08:00

If you hand make your own hair decoration and first-rate a wild sort of temporary hair insignia and snap on crystal or flashiness, you will have fun, look fanciful and be your own hairstyle trend setter.

One obsession is cast-iron. (Leopard irritation were produce in an complicated hair design to the side)Hair stencils are your rejoinder to kick up a fuss a smashing new look that can be waffle up for a formal event like a unusual delegation, Prom or nuptials, or they can be just fun and wild. No one will be able to copy your matchless design. Or you may thoroughly want to WOW your friends with a hot new look that is completely original.

Hair frieze tolerate you to make and direct temporary designs, hair and glisten to your hair. You may have been effective on ways to very conversion out your look. Although hair stencils tend to in the main work better with shorter hair, they can be inventively pragmatic to just near any size of hair and any color. You don't want to spend a chance and you don't want the cool new look to be anything but temporary.

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The Solia Straightener is a relative newcomer to the hair styling scene

2006-11-28T15:42:00.000-08:00

By Alissa Carter

As a result of the current fashion to wear your hair straight and have that "Jennifer Aniston" look, there's now a bewildering range of hair straighteners (or flat iron), ranging from the popular Sedu, the recent Solia and the GHD (which is the main brand in the UK).

So, what's the difference and how do you choose between them?

The Sedu brand is the one that has been wildly popular during 2006, and is used to create the looks seen on many well known celebrities, such as Jennifer Aniston, Hilary Duff and Paris Hilton. The Sedu is primarily aimed at being a hair straightener that minimises heat damage to your hair, whilst creating an incredibly well-groomed, smooth and shiny look to the hair. Whilst it is desirable, the Sedu is hard to purchase being only available from a few, trustworthy salons, spas and beauty stores.

The Solia is a relative newcomer to the hair styling scene, but offers more versatility at a lower price. With the Solia you can straighten or curl or create a number of other looks. There are also different sizes which are more suitable for different styles of hair, for example, long thick hair or short hair have different recommended models of flat iron.

GHD’s have long been popular in the UK as the only brand that will slide through your hair without causing damage. Popular, reliable and affordable, this brand will go on caring for your hair 365 days a year, unlike some less reliable, cheaper models.

It’s recommended that you use a heat protection spray when using hair straighteners to prevent damage to your hair.

For further tips on choosing between Solia hair styling and Sedu hair styles , visit Updo Princess .

The Benefits Of Tourmaline In Solia Hair Straighteners

2006-11-23T02:57:00.000-08:00

One of the great things about hair products is that they constantly evolve and the Sedu hair iron is a great example of a hair product benefiting from Tourmaline. In fact Tourmaline has been used for many years in water filters and it’s only been in recent years that the benefits of Tourmaline could be harnessed for the hair industry. This article was written to try and explain exactly what Tourmaline is and why it's used on hair straighteners.

Firstly, Tourmaline is a precious stone, whose colors include blue, green, pink, red, yellow, brown, black, bi-colored, tri-colored, and colorless. Tourmaline may be found in Brazil, Russia, Burma, Afghanistan, Malagasy Republic, Maine, California.

According to Egyptian legend the beautiful colors are the result of the Tourmaline travelling along a rainbow from the centre of the Earth up towards the sun. And on its way up it collected all the colours of the rainbow. This is why nowadays it is also called the "Rainbow gemstone”.

The name "Tourmaline” is derived from the Singhalese expression "tura mali”, which translates as "stone of mixed colours.” Ooohhh, now I'm intrigued. The very name already refers to the unique spectrum of colours displayed by this gemstone and no Tourmaline stone resembles another one. Tourmaline shows many faces and is thus excellently suited to match all moods and tempers. It does not come as a surprise, then, that ever since ancient days it has been attributed with magical powers. Tourmaline is supposed to be an especially powerful influence on love and friendship, lending them permanence and stability. I think it's about time I gave a Sedu Tourmaline hair straightener to my boyfriend!

Tourmaline has been used for sometime now in specialist water filters but only recently has it's benefits been used in the hair industry.

Why is it used on hair straighteners?

It's all very well and good that Tourmaline is a beautiful gemstone but I'm sure I've never seen any sparkling gems on my Sedu tourmaline hair straightener so why is it used. I'm going to get a bit technical here: Tourmaline plates on your straightener generate negative ions and far infrared (FIR) rays. The FIR help to lock in moisture in your hair and also remove static which causes your hair to Frizz.
Due to the concentration of these negative ions hair-straightening time is cut in half and your hair is left feeling much softer and shinier.

Main benefits
· Micro-porous technology (locks in moisture)
· Ion field technology (seals in natural oils)
· Tourmaline Negative ion technology (removes static)
· Tourmaline Infrared heat for deep, long lasting straightness

It just goes to show that even precious stones have many more applications than sitting on your finger or around your neck. Although I think I still prefer a big diamond ring any day.

By: Andrea Simpson

About the Author
A self confessed hair straightener fan Andrea Simpson has a website devoted to hair straighteners covering Jennifer Aniston Sedu Hairstyles , reviews and hair related news and articles.

Best Solia Hair Straighteners

2006-11-19T17:59:00.000-08:00

When it comes to choosing a ceramic hair straightening iron some of the best hair straighteners on the markets today are the sedu flat irons, solia flat irons, and the chi flat irons but how do you know which one is the best one for you and your hair.

Because of the price of the ceramic hair straightening iron it is impossible to test all three of the best hair straighteners and the easiest way to find the best model for you and you hair is by reading reviews. Reviews of sedu flat irons, solia flat irons, and chi flat irons can be found all over the internet and a brief search will bring you up a wide and varied list of results. Reviews give you honest opinions from people who have actually used the best hair straighteners and they will also tell you about the advantages and disadvantages of each model.

There are of course some important facts and features that you will need to take into consideration when you are looking for a ceramic hair straightening iron and these will help you to find the best hair straightener for your hair.

The first thing that you should look at is the ceramic plates. Does the ceramic hair straightening iron you are considering buying have different widths? Both the sedu flat irons and the solia flat irons have this feature. Is tourmaline used to help eliminate hair damage? Again this is present in the sedu hair irons and the solia flat irons. How long does the ceramic hair straightening iron take to heat up? Does it have a temperature gauge? Are there any safety features? What is the cost?

All these questions will help you to identify the best hair straighteners and the only thing that you will need to do then is choose the model that is best suited to you and your hair type.

By: Oliver Turner

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Solia Flat Iron Hairstyles Sweep the Nation

2006-11-16T21:53:00.000-08:00

by Monica Tillman

Flat hairstyles have been sweeping the nation for the past several years as many celebrities have taken up the craze, probably doing more to promote the trend than following the trend. Celebs such as Jennifer Aniston, Hillary Duff and Jennifer Lopez are all recognized as being progenitors of this huge hairstyling fad. There are several reasons why this fad has become so popular and why celebrities often favor this hairstyle.

Part of the reason that this style is so popular is the simple fact of changing tastes. As with all style fads this one is born of the need to change the aesthetic from time to time. Remember when perms and curled bangs were all the rage back in the 80's. Or who can forget the 'rat-tail'. These classic hairstyles were all the rage in their day but have faded into fashion history as newer and fresher styles emerge on the scene. That isn't to say that today's hairstyles aren't influenced by the past, we have certainly seen the long straight hair as a popular choice in the past.

In fact this straight hair style is an outgrowth of the styles of the 60's and early 70's. Think hippie or Marsha Brady. These were fantastic styles back in the day and became the early proto-types of today's styles. This look is now updated with highlights and a slight swoosh that gives more body and fullness to the hair but maintains the same essence of the originals.

One of the bigger differences between the current straight craze and previous hairstyle movements is the care with which we approach our hair today. We now realize that perms were bad for hair and often led to over-processing that breaks down hair fibers and makes hair brittle and prone to split ends. The current trend in flat irons are products that use special heating elements that produce negative ions thus protecting the hair from heat damage.

Tip: Use these flatirons on thoroughly dry hair only as use on wet hair is more likely to cause damage as it limits the effectiveness of the negative ionization.

The other big change in hairstyles that has effected the popularity of this particular hairstyle, sometimes known as solia hairstyling is the huge growth in celebrity persona and the importance that celebrities play in developing current style trends. Our favorite celebs now dish out style advice whether intentionally or not every day of the week.

All in all I believe the popularity of straight hairstyles, or sedu hairstyles, is here to stay for a while. This trend has three big things going for it. First, there are a host of popular and classy celebrities that wholeheartedly endorse the trend. Second, it is just a great looking hairstyle. And finally, the style has non-damaging tools to help create it.

Monica Tillman is a beauty and style expert who has been operating an exclusive salon and day spa in the Los Angeles area for more than 15 years. She is also a beauty and style writer for www.GetBeautyTips.com.

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Solia Hair Styling: Best Hair Straighteners

2006-11-15T02:55:00.000-08:00

by Oliver Turner

When it comes to choosing a ceramic hair straightening iron some of the best hair straighteners on the markets today are the sedu flat irons, solia flat irons, and the chi flat irons but how do you know which one is the best one for you and your hair.

Because of the price of the ceramic hair straightening iron it is impossible to test all three of the best hair straighteners and the easiest way to find the best model for you and you hair is by reading reviews. Reviews of sedu flat irons, solia flat irons, and chi flat irons can be found all over the internet and a brief search will bring you up a wide and varied list of results. Reviews give you honest opinions from people who have actually used the best hair straighteners and they will also tell you about the advantages and disadvantages of each model.

There are of course some important facts and features that you will need to take into consideration when you are looking for a ceramic hair straightening iron and these will help you to find the best hair straightener for your hair.

The first thing that you should look at is the ceramic plates. Does the ceramic hair straightening iron you are considering buying have different widths? Both the sedu flat irons and the solia flat irons have this feature. Is tourmaline used to help eliminate hair damage? Again this is present in the sedu hair irons and the solia flat irons. How long does the ceramic hair straightening iron take to heat up? Does it have a temperature gauge? Are there any safety features? What is the cost?

All these questions will help you to identify the best hair straighteners and the only thing that you will need to do then is choose the model that is best suited to you and your hair type.

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Solia Hair Straighteners for New Styling

2006-11-14T12:39:00.000-08:00

Solia hair straighteners get hot fast. The effective ceramic surface makes a HUGE difference. Hair comes out both smooth and silky. On the other hand, they are a bit pricey but in this case, “You get what you pay for.”

One customer wrote that when she purchased her first flat iron she bought a fairly cheap one that was about 2 inches wide. She said she didn’t like it very much and it seemed to pull her hair. After speaking with her stylist she explained that she needed a much higher quality iron to do the job. She says that it was only after her hair started breaking off, began looking dull and frizzy that she finally took her advice. She says she knew she was going to have to spend at least one hundred dollars for a good flat iron and ended up buying one of the Solia hair straighteners.

She started by buying the basic one inch instead of the larger one and was glad she did. She says that the very first time she used it, she fell in love with it. WOW what a difference she says, Solia hair straighteners! Her hair she says is smooth, silky and very manageable!