Average Rating:
(4.36 out of 5)
Total Reviews: 230 Write a review about the Solia 1875W Thermal Ionic Ceramic Hair Dryer | |
LOVE THIS DRYER
Reviewer:
Cathy
from Ft Lauderdale, Fl Wed Jan 24 2007
All my other dryers made me sooo hot!!! This one actually has cool air coming out the back....dries hair nice and smooth and it lightweight. I have used other brands of Ionic dryers...really like this...the buttons ?? ...well they do occasionally turn off because of placement, but you get used to it, and it is so worth it.
Cathy from Florida :-)
A Very Good Dryer
Reviewer:
Veronica Z.
from NY, NY Wed Jan 24 2007
Overall, I would say this dryer is very, very good, just takes a bit of getting used to the settings. The 1st time I used it I wasn't thrilled w/it, but after that initial trial, I DO like it a lot & would recommend it to others, it's just that I've been spoiled by T3 Tourmaline Ionic Dryer ($200), which I absolutely ADORED,but after wear & tear (I've had it for about 2 years) the cord lost connection & it wouldn't power on anymore, but I suppose it's from my carelessness & not the dryer itself. If you don't mind spending the extra $, definitely get the Tourmaline, although this is a great, cheaper alternative. I also own a Solia flat iron, which I absolutely can't live without!
Love it!
Reviewer:
erin
from NYC Wed Jan 24 2007
The best hair dryer I have ever owned. Dries my hair in half the time and makes it smooth and shiney. My friends keep asking me If I just got my hair done at the salon. No joke.
Great Dryer, Excellent Buy
Reviewer:
Lesley
Sun Jan 21 2007
This was a great deal at $69 U.S.! It blow dries my curly, thick hair in no time flat (about 5 minutes) and keeps my hair frim frizzing. Shipping turnaround is also amazing- from the warehouse to my home in Edmonton was 3 days! I will continue to buy from Folica!!! Cheers!
best dryer around
Reviewer:
the maestro, Mr. Tony
from bethesda md. Sat Jan 20 2007
i am a hairdresser of 30 years and swore by the super solano for decades. i now own the solia and it is light years ahead of the solano. i also have used my coworkers t3 and it is exceptional also so here are the differences. solano.. strong dryer and super hot, good professional dryer for industial use but fries hair. still uses old technology, of being purely hot and strong and is super heavy. the t3 is awesome but expensive. it is the lightest of all blowdryers, and really dries hair fast and the turmaline ionic infrared technology really speeds up hair drying process and makes the hair feel silky and soft. the only downside for me is that there are only 2 settings. the buttons are on the handle where the thumb has a tendency to keep turning it off. and that for me is irritating. plus the airflow is weak. i am amazed how fast it dryes hair for such weak airflow. and is very quiet. for those that need lightweight it is the best one out. but pretty pricey. and now for the solia. wow!!!!!!!!!!! its extremely hot, strongest airflow around, has 6 settings, and dries hair faster and smoother than anything ive ever laid my hands on. and thats over a span of 30 years. plus it is half the price of the t3. now for the downside. it is about 2 lbs. not the heaviest but definately solid and has good weight to it. not recommended for those that prefer lighter dryers and arms get tired fast. and the highest setting is primarily for blast drying the hair from soaken wet to dry in the fastest possible time around. once i blast dry the hair 75 to 80% I then use the highest heat setting with the medium airflow setting for round brush styling and smoothing.for less flat and more volume use the cool air blast on each section after heating it up to set the hair to the brush size you are using, otherwise if you use the highest flow setting while round brushing you are pretty much getting the same results as when using a flat iron. it just makes the hair too straight. now thats a good thing for long frizzy thick curly hair. but for medium straight to fine hair it is overkill. the great news is that it is, when using it properly, the most versatille dryer around. for the price it is even better than the 200 dollar dryers. the only thing i dont know about solia is how good the company is with waranty and repairs. but for the price you can get 2 compared to more expensive dryers that arent as superior. i hope this helps. and p.s. always, always use product specific for your hair type before drying. it maximizes results. for frizzy hair use serums, smoothing gels and creams. for fine hair use leave in conditioner preferebly the spray kind that has heat protection and does not make the hair oily or flat.
the Maestro,
mr. Tony
Solia 1875W Thermal Ionic Hair Dryer Review
Reviewer:
Trina Bracken
from Alberta Canada Sat Jan 20 2007
Very impressed with this hair dryer. Suggest option for short/long cords
Very quiet, but fast
Reviewer:
Kim
from Montana Wed Jan 17 2007
I have been using this hair dryer for about a month, and my favorite thing about it is how quiet it is. The first time I used it, I turned it on it was so quiet I immediatley thought it was a piece of junk. Then I used it, and it dryed my hair much much faster than my old dryer.
I also like the temperature settings. This dryer has two buttons. One is a power/fan setting with off, low, and high (blue dots show settings), and the second is a heat/temperature switch with the same settings (red dots). I like this option much better than the cold shot button, which was what my last dryer had.
All together, I am very satisfied with both the performance and look of this product. However, I don't think it has made my hair more shiny, like some reviewers claimed.
impressive.
Reviewer:
Shirley
Tue Jan 16 2007
This dryer does not dry my hair much faster than my old vidal sassoon ionic dryer, but the results are much better. Halfway through drying, my long thick hair is frizzier than ever, but then, magically, it calms way down and finishes so well that I barely need a flat iron.
If this is a lightweight dryer, I would hate to try the heavier ones you all have been using. This one is definitly heavier than my old dryer, but its worth it.
The controls seem to be designed for drying someone else's hair and are a bit difficult to use on yourself (though they are probably better placed for lefties). What do you expect from a professional dryer, though?
The cold shot button is worthless. Its difficult to hold down and easy to press by mistake, but luckily it is unneccessary. The dryer can be made to contantly blow cold air on the highest power setting. I think this is the dryer's best feature.
If anyone had found a dryer that drys faster and is lighter than this one, I'd love to know about it.
If not, this one is next to perfect.
Great dryer and well constructed
Reviewer:
T. Di Giacomo
from Bloomfield Hills, Tue Jan 16 2007
I have ad this dryer for a month now and have been happy with it every day. It drys quickly on a medium setting and I have long, thick air, so this is no small feat! I don't have any trouble with where the controls are positioned and actully find them easy to work with. I am definately looking forward to using it or a long time to come.
Smooth and Silky Results
Reviewer:
Julaluk
from Redmond, WA Sat Jan 13 2007
My frizzy hair dries smooth and soft with this hair dryer. I had no idea there was going to be such a dramatic difference between using my $20 hair dryer and the Solia 1875W Thermal Ionic Hair Dryer. I also use the Solia Flat Iron and my hair is incredibly soft. I was doing awful damage using my Clairol flat iron and drug store hair dryer but the Solia products have honestly reversed the damage. If you care about your hair - upgrade now!
Great product
Reviewer:
chris
from philadelphia, pa Sat Jan 13 2007
Bought the Solia a month ago and ike it alot. Its lightweight, powerful, and leaves my hair silky and smooth. Plus, its as really pretty color, an added bonus!
I was a skeptic to be sure...
Reviewer:
Mrs. G
from Ohio Fri Jan 12 2007
We bought this hairdryer for our daughter for Christmas. I was skeptical about buying an "expensive" hairdryer, but am very glad we did. She has coarse, thick, slightly wavy hair and with this dryer is able to get her hair dry -- without friz and flyaways -- so quickly. I also am using it and I have the opposite hair type -- fine, porous hair. I used to use her striaghtener to flip up my ends and fix my bangs. I do not need to when using this dryer. It is a bit heavier than I am used to in a "cheapie model", but I am holding it for less time!! It is great!
Solia 1875W Thermal Ionic Hair Dryer
Reviewer:
Lynda Stewart
from Orlando, Florida Thu Jan 11 2007
I love the way it makes my heair feel. Only down side is it is louder than I like and both low and high settings blow really hard, no low setting...
Fast
Reviewer:
Anonymous
from Nevada Wed Jan 10 2007
I really like this hairdryer. It dried my long hair quickly. The electrical cord is heavy, but the dryer itself is light and easy to handle. I would purchase this product again.
This Solia worth EVERY PENNY!!!
Reviewer:
Priscilla
from SP, Maryland Wed Jan 10 2007
I have long, thick, wavy, fine/coarse blond hair. It has always taken me at least 20-25 minutes to dry my hair. After my last cut I decided to treat myself to a new hair dryer. I didn't want just a OTC hair dryer, I wanted a professional dryer similar to the one they use at my salon. I had asked my stylist and she gave me a few to research. Well, I happened upon this by chance and decided to "go for it". It was reasonably priced and seemed to have everything I needed. It was worth EVERY PENNY! Now, I dry my hair in 10 minutes and it feels soft and smooth and looks silky; as if I just walked out of the salon. Thanks Folica and Solia.
Solia 1875W Thermal Ionic Hair Dryer
Reviewer:
MMMM
from Redondo Beach, CA Wed Jan 10 2007
This is a very good hair dryer, and I think it might even produce better results than the T3 (in terms of smooth hair and no frizz). However, it is kind of heavy, and would be easier to use if they lightened up the weight of it. Still, for the price, it is a good product (if you don't mind a little extra weight).
Love love love this dryer!
Reviewer:
anne
from seattle Wed Jan 10 2007
I recently retired my babyliss thermal ionic dryer ( had it for about a year and half) in exchange for the new Solia. Either the element had worn out on my old babyliss dryer or the Solia is that much better. It drys my hair so much faster and leaves it with such a smooth texture. I actually feel like I have salon hair everyday! It seems to calm away frizz and help your hair hold it's style. I usually follow up drying with the sedu flat iron and then run a cold shot of air over it with the Solia dryer. I do wish this dryer put out a little more air pressure, however that doesn't seem to stop it from drying your hair super fast. Plus it is so lightweight. I highly reccommend this one!
amazing
Reviewer:
Diana
from New York Wed Jan 10 2007
i have extremely curly, frizzy hair. this blow dryer makes it much easier for me to wear my hair curly or straight. it cut down drying time, while leaving my hair less frizzy and healthier looking. i love it.
just okay
Reviewer:
carol fields
Wed Jan 10 2007
not what I was hoping for from such an expensive hairdryer, but I guess that's why it was on such a good sale
BUY IT, BUY IT, BUY IT
Reviewer:
Cat A. Katz
Wed Jan 10 2007
After trying some expensive dryers, the Solia dryer is the BEST, it is NOT expensive!,it is lightweight, the location of the buttons is great (you wont turn the dryer off accidentally while using it), it dryes my hair fast and frizzless. I also have the Solia Flat Iron and I love it also, you can buy them both Here as a gift set!.. for you of course!. P.S. Buy this dryer, dont bother with the others.
More customer reviews for Solia 1875W Thermal Ionic Ceramic Hair Dryer
zoom
