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Total Reviews: 571 Write a review about the Solia Tourmaline Ceramic Ion Flat Iron (1-3/4") plus free heat proof pouch | |
**FABULOUS!!!**
Reviewer:
Kate
from Lovely Connecticut Thu Oct 13 2005
I have tried soooooo many brands of flat irons, from the $30 ones at the drug store to CHI and Global Beauty, and none of them even come close to this Solia iron!! First, the Solia heats up literally in under a minute (perfect for those of us who have zero time to wait). Second, it has a dial that let's YOU control the heat -- this is really, really important and not a lot of other irons have this feature. The heat setting goes all the way up to 450 degrees -- the same temp as the professional iron my hairdresser uses. Third, if you've done your homework, the latest technology is tourmaline ceramic - it protects your hair shaft better than just ceramic alone. Fourth, the price of this iron is unbelievably low -- if you tried to get a tourmaline iron with the adjustable heat setting that goes to 450 degrees, you're looking at around $200. This iron was less than HALF that price...a seriously amazing bargain!! I think the most incredible aspect of this flat iron is that it turned my bleached, highlighted, naturally curly hair chock full of split-ends into a supermodel mane...in about 8 minutes flat, and it STAYED THAT WAY ALL DAY!!! Even in light misty rain it doesn't kink -- that's the beauty of tourmaline irons. You can't go wrong with this iron - I highly recommend it. Just watch out for your sisters, roommates and friends -- if you let them try it once, they're going to want to swipe it from you!! :)
Thank God for SOLIA!!!
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Neha
from NYC Wed Oct 12 2005
Ordered it yesterday and its here already!!!So of course I had to try it on my mane (which has to be the most thick,curly,unruly one ever) ....and it worked wonders..and this from someone who does not how to style (my idea of style is a pony) my hair is shiny , straigth andf I cant stop looking at it in the mirror!!!
thanks to all the other reviewers who made me get this!!
Does The Trick
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Alanna
from Columbus, MS Mon Oct 10 2005
This iron works great. I have long thick, wavy hair and I was able to get it straight within 20 minutes. Works as well as the Chi and Super Star that my hairdresser uses on my hair. When I went to see her she said, "You must have a good iron if it got your hair this silky". The 1 3/4" is a little akward if you have bangs. I'm able to straighten mine but this larger sized iron gets dangerously close to my face- but the large size makes ironing my long hair faster.
The best thing that could happen to hair
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Stefanie
Mon Oct 03 2005
This straightener is amazing! I used to spend 30-45 minutes straightening my hair, and now 10-15 minutes TOPS! My hair looks silky and healthy, not fried and frizzy. I love this product and it is the best investment I've made!
THANK YOU SOLIA!
Sleek Hair and Fast Heating!
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Abbey
from Glenside, PA Mon Oct 03 2005
I love this straightener! My hair is very curly and gets super straight and shiny. Fast heating is a major plus! I would highly recommend this product.
awesome
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laura
from riverside california Fri Sep 30 2005
just awesome. love it. buy it cuz the shipping is free and really good, and it straightens pin straight, without frizz!
Love it!!!
Solia Flat Iron
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Irene
from San Diego Thu Sep 29 2005
I've had this flat iron for a couple weeks now and so far I LOVE it. Makes my hair soft and really straight.
Worth every penny!
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Gail London
Thu Sep 29 2005
I had put off buying a good quality iron for a while due to the high price but I am so glad I finally got this one. It's fabulous! I have really thick hair and this iron works perfectly on it.
A solid little flat iron
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Lisa
from Lake Villa, IL Thu Sep 29 2005
I've had my flat iron for a couple weeks now and it has been a solid performer if you follow the instructions...... like not set it too high for your hair type or try to cram too much hair at one time through the flat iron. I think that is the mistake many have made using this appliance.Also, and this is common sense too, make sure you are using a hair protectant on your hair while using the flat iron.
There is a time or two that I have to run the flat iron over a particular section of hair twice, because I have a stubborn wave here or there in otherwise straight caucasian hair. But I am also please to report that when it rains after my using the flat iron my hair doesn't frizz out. This may not be the best flat iron out there but for the price and the value I get out of it, this was an extremely worthwhile purchase.
Not worth the $$$$
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lorraine
Thu Sep 22 2005
I could have gotten just as good of a flat iron at walmart. It was to big to manuver very well and did not clamp down as much as i would have liked.
Solia Flat iron
Reviewer:
Lisa
from The Big Apple Mon Sep 19 2005
This is a great flat iron! I researched and read many reviews before deciding between the Sedu, T3 by HairArt, and the Solia. Even though the Sedu wss rated #1, after reading loads of reviews, I decided to go with the Solia for a few reasons. One of the deciding factors was that the plates on the Solia reach a higher temperature (450 degrees F) than many of the other flat irons, making it better for thicker, hard to manage hair. Also, a few people mentioned that the Sedu sometimes got too hot to hold if set at high temps. This is not a problem with the Solia. Also, with this iron, you are able to flip the ends of your hair or even make curls. Still another great thing about the Solia is its "self adjusting plates"- while it holds your hair firmly, it doesn't pull or snag it. This was a problem with the T3 by Hair Art. I actually bought the T3 and the Solia and ended up returning the T3 for this reason. I am extremely happy with my Solia flat iron! I have been flat-ironing my daughter's hair, my niece's hair, along with my own. It works on great on any type of hair, from thin and curly, to thick and wavy, unruly, course, and hard to manage! This flat iron is definitely worth the price. It's a bargain compared to the other top-rated irons. The Solia is definitely a keeper. I even bought 2 sizes!
AMAZING
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Melina
from Queens, NY Mon Sep 19 2005
I never thought i would be so pleased with my purchase. I used it on my co-worker who has curly hair (like a sheep) down to her roots! She had mousse and gel in her hair and it still came out pin straight with just one pass of the Solia iron over her hair. I was amazed! I don't have any pics yet but i will be submitting them soon. I recommend this iron to everyone!
Buy this one!! Believe me!
Reviewer:
Ryann
from pensacola, florida Fri Sep 16 2005
I reviewed so many of these irons, my stylist had used a chi on my hair and I loved it...I really didn't want to spend the money on the chi and this one had excellent reviews. It really is true that if your hair is normally left dry and frizzy after normal irons, this one will not leave it that way!! It leaves it soft and smooth. I live in Florida where it is extremely hot and humid right now and normally my hair is a wavy frizzy mess....and I mean mess!! Not after using this thing. Believe me it..it really works!
The only iron you will ever need
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Jules
Wed Sep 07 2005
I just rec'd this product and I am impressed! I've been using a cheapy iron from the drug store but when I used this one, the cheapy went bye-bye.
I have very thick curly natural hair and I just started using flat irons. I wish I had done this a lot sooner.
I love the adjustable temperature and the heat makes it so much faster to straighten. It took me 5 mins to straighten my lioness mane of frizz as opposed to 1/2 hr with the store bought one.
I couldnt imagine buying a more expensive iron as this is perfect for me. I can find no fault with it.
The plates do get hot so be careful! I wasnt expecting that amount of heat!! Love it!
not what I expected
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Debbie
from Lockport, NY Tue Sep 06 2005
My sister and I both used this flat iron. I have very thick dry curly hair, she has thick soft wavy hair. It did straighten but not any better or quicker than the Revlon Gold series we originally started with from Walmart. We also have a Hot Tools flat iron (cost about $30) that works just as well. The only thing this has going for it could be that it doesn't damage your hair as much. But even that we are not sure of yet. All in all it is good but not worth the extra money.
I LOVE my hair!
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Amy
from Seattle, WASHINGTON Tue Sep 06 2005
I am 36 and I suddenly have naturally wavy hair. Not enough curl though to wear it that way. It's also frizzy and just wavy in certain spots of my head. I did my research on flat irons and chose the Solia based on the customer reviews. And after using extremely expensive shampoos and conditioners, serums and gels and am happy to say NO MORE! My Solia flat iron is the smartest purchase I have ever made! It not only straightens my hair perfectly but it also leaves it so soft as if I just had it perfessionally conditioned. I especially love the wrap around edge to make my ends curve under just right. The best part is that instead of an spending an hour and a half on my hair it now takes me about 20 minutes!
Hair Straightener
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anonymous
from Port Townsend, WA Tue Sep 06 2005
My daughter loves this tool! She has used a variety of them in a wide range of prices. This one is the easiest and most versatile. She especially likes the fast heat and the way her hair doesn't seem abused when she's done.
Irons away
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Nicky
from NYC Tue Sep 06 2005
This is a great item for those of us who don't want to keep paying others for what we can do ourselves. I have very long, curly, and chemically treated hair. I use it while my hair is dry with only some silk therapy or conditioner to protect my hair from the heat. It leaves my hair silky smooth and straight as an arrow.
I highly recommend it. It's worth the money.
Great Product
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Jennifer
from Detroit, MI Fri Sep 02 2005
This product works great even on my African American hair. I would highly recommend this product. I am going to throw my Holt & Gold's away.
solia 1 3/4 is sweet!!
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Dana
from North Carolina Thu Aug 25 2005
Wish I had been educated sooner. Damaged my hair with a cheap iron!! It was worth every penny. I love the Solia. It gets hot quick and my hair feels great and looks great. Lots of compliments come my way. If they only knew just how damaged my hair really is. I am hoping to regain that health now that I have a quality iron!! Also saves me tremendous time getting ready!
Dana
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