Sedu vs Solia

2009-01-12T08:34:00.000-08:00

Sedu vs Solia - Which Is The Best Flat Iron?
By Robin O'Brien

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.

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.

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Solia Tourmaline Ceramic ion flat iron Complaints and Reviews

2008-12-11T09:29:00.000-08:00

"WORST flat iron ever. Don't waste your money." (Updated Aug 21 '08)
Jessness's Full Review: Solia Tourmaline Flat Iron 1.25" There may be a few reasons why my review is negative:.. Product Rating:

Pros: Nothing.
Cons: Too hot, flimsy iron, doesn't make hair smooth/shiny/flat/straight. Destroys hair from the excessive heat.
The Bottom Line: Do NOT NOT NOT buy this iron. Do not waste your money or your time attempting to straighten hair with this worthless piece of garbage.
I first tried this flat iron at the mall. A stand was displaying these irons and using them on random people. When she used it on my hair it worked fabulously. I couldn't even believe it. I didn't purchase the iron that day, rather I waited until I had some extra money and found it online, at flatirondirect, (since the link on this page directs you to flatirondirect I think I'll make a quick comment on here about what I think about their site. All of their products are reduced by many many dollars. One iron, worth $200, they were selling for $115. There have been numerous complaints against folica for faulty items, for their irons breaking within a month with sparks coming out, etc. Personally, I think flatirondirect sells defective irons, and passes them off as good ones. My mother bought an iron from them which broke within 3 months. Stay away.
Surprise, surprise, it was never published. The item has a 4.5/5.0 rating, yet if you go to other review sites, there are many many complaints. I was fooled by the reviews don't you get fooled as well.)
It came in the mail the very next day and I was so excited to use it. As soon as I pulled it out of the box I realized how light it was. I plugged it in and in a couple minutes it was hot and ready to go.
I started flat ironing my hair and the iron was SO hot, that I received a very nice burn on my thumb. My fault, whatever. I continued to iron my hair and after 15 minutes, I put it down and looked at my hair.

It was absolutely atrocious. My hair looked like I had gotten caught in a major storm. It was frizzy, puffy, dry looking. Was I doing something wrong?
I used it again the next day, and the same results. My hair never looked more disgusting than when I used this iron. I promplty returned it and invested money on a much better iron from Folica, Amazon.com, Sephora.

My mother used this iron on her hair and it seemed to work ok. I'm guessing this iron is good for people with thin hair. Mine is thick, and curly, so using this iron was virtually worthless for me.

"Beware"
By Marilew "Marilyn"
I have purchased two Solia tourmaline ceramic ion flat iron 1-1/4" in the past two years and both of them just stopped working. The first lasted for about 9 months and the other (which didn't come on this morning & that's why I'm online searching for another one) I think I've had for about 1 year. I didn't drop them or abuse them in any way and I was very happy with the straightening quality, but I'll not purchase another Solia again. However, I do wonder if that's just the nature of flat irons.I guess I'll find out after trying a different brand.

Solia Tourmaline Ceramic Ion Flat Iron

Sedu vs Solia

Solia Tourmaline Ceramic ion flat iron Complaints and Reviews