Sedu Hairstyles
Author: Burt Cotton

We've all seen sedu hairstyles on magazine covers and on
academy award shows. These super-straight dos are a favorite of
celebrities such as Jennifer Anniston, Jennifer Lopez and Paris
Hilton. It seems that all female celebrities, at one time or
another, sport their unique sedu hairstyles, whether their hair
is short, long or middle length. Sedu hairstyles are not just
for the rich and famous, or even for people who go to salons
frequently, but can be done at home with a sedu iron and some
basic techniques.

The most important thing you will need to make great sedu
hairstyles is a sedu iron. While some tout the advantages of
using chemical straighteners on hair, this procedure is best
performed at a salon and can involve the use of strong
chemicals that may damage the hair. You will need to take a
strand test to see if chemical straightening is for your hair
or not. However, many people (including the celebrities) prefer
to use a sedu iron because the results are less permanent; you
could be walking around with wild ringlets one day and a sedu
style the next. If you are not happy with the results, all you
need is a good wash and rinse to undo the effect.

Finding the right sedu iron is the most crucial first step to
creating great sedu hairstyles. A sedu iron is like a curling
iron in reverse; usually, it is intended to straighten the hair
rather than curl it, but it is possible to create curls and
flips around the barrel of the sedu iron. A sedu iron has to
flat plates used to press the hair straight with heat. The best
sedu irons have ceramic plates which minimize the damage done to
the hair, unlike metal plates, which tend to cause frizzing with
constant use. It is a good idea to invest in the best quality
sedu iron you can afford; a good sedu iron will run about $130
and can be used for countless sedu hairstyles without damaging
the hair strands. Your sedu iron should be lightweight for easy
transport and comfortable to handle.

For most sedu hairstyles, using your sedu iron will take about
10 minutes, but if you wash and condition your hair first, it
will take longer. More elaborate styles will require more time.
First, clean your hair with a shampoo that is appropriate for
your hair type. Follow with a conditioner that will protect
your hair from the heat and prevent it from getting curly. Dry
your hair with a blow dryer, combing it through with a straight
brush to encourage it to go straight even before you use your
sedu iron.

Once your hair is dry, you are ready to create your sedu
hairstyle. Take 1" sections of your hair press the section
between the two plates. Run the sedu iron down the length of
the section, smoothing out all curls and waves. If you want a
completely straight look, run the straightener down through the
hair. You can form curls by wrapping a hair section around the
barrel of the straightener, which will form gentle curls with
the heat. If your sedu hairstyle requires a "flip in" look,
wrap the section of hair towards your face, and do the opposite
if you want your hair to flip outward.

Sedu hairstyles work well with all kinds of hair, long or
short. If your hair is naturally curly, it might take more heat
and patience to straighten it, but the best sedu irons can cope
with almost any hair type. Research your favorite sedu
hairstyles in magazines, and experiment with recreating the
sedu look at home.


About The Author: Burt Cotton - http://www.hairstyletips.net