First, check the ends of the strands that are on your bathroom floor. If you see a small bulb at the end of the strand, these are hairs that are naturally falling out as it is normal to lose up to 100 hairs a day. If you find no bulb at the end, you are experiencing breakage from one or more things. Ceramic flat irons cause far less damage to hair than conventional styling tools, but they still can damage the hair. Be sure you always use a heat protectant in your hair when you flat iron. Biosilk Silk Therapy, ID CARE Heat Silk Lotion by Crede or similar product will protect your hair from the excess heat and impart shine and softness. Also, be sure you are not brushing your hair when it is wet as this is a major cause of breakage. Comb through your hair either with a wide tooth comb while there is conditioner in it or after applying some type of detangling spray. Blowdry your hair with gentle methods, use the lowest heat setting you can, stay away from blowdryer comb attachments as they pull and tug on the hair. Blowdry with a quality ceramic round brush or quality paddle brush WITHOUT those small balls on the ends of the bristles. This in conjunction with using your flat iron only when necessary (once or twice a week, definitely NOT daily use) should help curb the breakage.

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Unfortunitly it won't won't in Europe and any you buy in Europe won't work in the US either. I've tried with 3 different types of straighteners (GHD, Sedu and Solia) and none of them work when you travel and try to use a converter.

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well, it might work. You need to look into different converters. Maybe the other comment didn't have a converter that changed the voltage also (there are some converters that only allow the pins to fit differently) try a google search?

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The sedu works perfectly in Europe - have used it countless times there. No need for a special convertor, just get a regular adaptor for whichever country you will be traveling to (can purchase in airport). Works just as well as it does in the U.S.!

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Actually, sedu is pretty well known for being gentle on processed and colored treated hair according to the reviews.

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From what I have read on the Folica.com website, it seems for both price and excellence the Sedu is better thatn the Bion Japanese flat iron. People have reviewed by commenting the Bion was not worth the price, and having also read the Sedu reviews, people have said Sedu was worth it's money. But both probably have their advantages and disadvantages, depending on price range, hair type, time issues etc. I am going to be purchasing a Sedu soon and I also was debating the Bion v. Sedu. (also people said the bion had suprisingly small plates, and it looks like the Sedu does not.. is it worth it just because it's digital, i dont know?)

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According to manufacturer, Sedu will be coming out with new models and products and is possible that they will be coming out with new sizes. Please check back with our site for any product updates

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I have been using the sedu for just about a year and it still damages my hair like other irons but it takes much longer. It is a good idea to use a straightening serum to help keep your hair hydrated and I have also heard from stylists that trimming your hair every few weeks is a good idea as it will keep split ends away rather than damaging the same ends over and over. As far as how long it will take to straighten I have a similar hair type as you long, thick, and wavy and if I divide my hair into two sections while dry it usually only takes me 15 minutes or so.

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I am also African American with below the shoulder hair. I would have to say that after researching these same three flat irons for myself, I am inclined to get the Solia flat iron due to several facts: 1. The Solia attains a higher maximum temperature than the Sedu. Higher heat means less passes over the hair and better straightening. 2. The Solia has plates that move and adjust so that it does not pull, tug and inevitably break our already fragile hair. 3. Solia can be used on damp hair. I don't intend to do this, but I have experienced major heat conducting when my stylist does not blow dry my hair 100% dry and he hits a damp spot with his CHI iron (i.e. the heat travels down the shaft of the hair and causes PAIN at the scalp). I assume the same could happen with another iron not made to be used on damp hair. 4. I shy away from the True Ceramic Pro iron simply because it's an 'As Seen on TV' product and these types of things are notorious for poor craftsmanship and customer service/returnability could be a problem down the line. As far as plate size, 1 inch or 1 1/4 inch should be sufficient and they are small enough to maneuver around the face (with a bit of practice) and large enough to tackle the full length of hair without taking all day.

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I purchased the True Ceramic Pro for my hair which is super curly--and the darn thing melted the first time I used it. Sedu vr. True Ceramic Pro? Not even a question to think twice about--GO WITH THE SEDU!! I had to send back the TCP iron due to the fact that the plates melted, yes melted, like it was painted on. All i found under the plate paint was metal. The True Ceramic Pro is a horrible product, at least the batch I got was! Sincerely

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I am currently torn between the Sedu and Solia flat iron myself. I love the idea of saving money if they are equally as effective but I will spend more for results. The reason I am in the market for a new flat iron is because the True Ceramic Pro is horrible. My flat irons purchased from Target are better. My hair is fine and wavy and the True Ceramic pro doesn't work - I am guessing that it will be even less effective on yours.

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I just received my Sedu a few days ago and I just use Loreal's Professional Artec: e.texture: hot style ironing creme and a dime size drop of Biosilk Therapy in my hair. It stays straight all day even in the hot humid weather or when I am working up a sweat the gym doing daycare. My old irons used to straighten my hair but then it'd start curving and curling half way through out the day and I'd have to touch up. I haven't noticed this peeve with the SEDU. Everyone is different so play around with it but I wouldn't reccomend using more than two products at once because it could build up your hair and NOT give you the results you desire.

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We do recommend using the flat iron over your hair one last time (you can take larger chunk of hair) after you are done to prolong the straightening effect and to give a smooth and sleek finish to the hair. Applying straightening balm or serum can also help to prolong the effect and the products that you are using right now should be sufficient.

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If you take 2 inch section, you should only need to run the flat iron over it once or twice. If not, you may want to increase your heat setting. We do recommend using the flat iron over your hair one last time (you can take larger chunk of hair) when you are done to prolong the straightening effect and to give a smooth and sleek finish to the hair

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It really depends on how slow or fast you go with your iron. I like to pass the iron over my hair fast so it doesnt always straighten completely and I have to pass it over my a few times.

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You still need to dry your hair but after your hair is dried it takes about 10 minutes to straighten your hair. My hair has never looked healthier than it has since I bought the Sedu straightener.

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