Cloud Nine Hair company is known for their award-winning hair straighteners and curlers. Over the years, I have learnt to use straighteners to create my perfect loose waves, but my goal has always been to find an easy-to-use curler that yields a more natural effect - and I think I may have found it in the Cloud Nine Curling Wand.
The Cloud Nine Original Curling Wand is said to give you the curl of your dreams! This is a truly fuss-free, does-what-it-says-on-the-tin wand that’s easy to learn to use and has a number of unique features - easily one of the best curling irons for beginners.
First Impressions and Packaging
First of all, I really liked the presentation box and how the product is packaged. Along with the actual wand, the box also contains a slimline heat-proof case, which looks chic. Said case also has a zip fastening, which I really rate - other brands, which are usually more expensive, often offer their tools with wraparound cases or popper or ribbon fastenings, neither of which effectively hold the tool safely during travel. There’s also a heat-proof glove in the box, which is essential for beginners like me.
Upon first picking up the tool, I noticed how lightweight it is; it’s so easy to carry and won’t ever make your arm ache during use. This feature makes it ideal for travel, when you may only have a limited weight allowance, too. I also really liked the stand, which pulls out from beneath the barrel and allows the wand to sit up without laying directly on the surface. Smart.
Key Features of the Cloud Nine Curling Wand
- Versatile Design: Designed with a conical shape, the wand is suitable for all hair types and has to be one of the most versatile on the market as you can really customise the look you’re going for!
- Temperature Control: The Wand features an easy to use 3 level temperature setting and even on the highest setting, the wand didn’t damage, dry out or cause my hair to frizz at all.
- Quick Heating: Heating up quickly, the wand features a long swivel cord which allows for quick and easy use.
- Heat Resistant Cap: An aspect I really love about this product is the heat resistant cap you can slip onto the barrel after use and this will allow it to cool down safely wherever it is placed, reducing the risk of accidental burns on yourself or the floor.
- Swivel Cord: The unique 360° swivel cord moves around the base as you curl, meaning you enjoy incredible freedom of styling at any and every angle.
- Hibernation Mode: The hibernation mode kicks in when you haven’t used your wand for 30 minutes, meaning it begins to cool down completely.
The Cloud Nine curling wand has a 25mm ceramic barrel that’s 140mm long. It has three different heat settings (low, medium and high) that range from 125°C to 175°C, which the brand says makes it stand out among competitors because it is suitable for different hair types that need different levels of heat.
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The barrel on the wand is infused with the brand’s signature moisture-locking mineral, Sericite, which is said to maintain hair health and make it stronger and shinier. It also features a pivoting cable, which is said to allow the user easier movement and prevent the cord from getting tangled. There is also a 30-minute hibernation feature, meaning that if you forget to switch the tool off manually, it’ll do so automatically after half an hour.
Finally, the wand is available in three colourways, depending on your taste: black, gold and starlight grey.
Performance and Results
When it came to the actual testing, the curler heated up very quickly and was set to ‘auto’ when I began, which equated to ‘medium’. It’s a little tricky to get the hang of how the buttons work to take the product off auto mode and into manual (so you can swap between low, medium and high settings) - but that is perhaps because I didn’t read the manual! Once you’ve got the hang of it, though, it’s very simple. I settled on the medium setting, which I thought was probably the correct heat for my hair type (fine hair but a lot of it).
As a curling tong novice, I found this very easy to use straight away. It has no lever or clip - which I prefer - meaning it’s a wrap-and-go kind of model that’s simple to get to grips with. It was super light to carry round the head and created pretty, medium curls.
I did have to leave my hair on the heat longer than with any other tools I’ve tried recently, but not hugely so. To be honest, I also found the pivoting wire a little annoying as the bottom of the tool's handle kept swivelling around. After applying a little texture spray, these set a little more loosely, but I personally really love this effect.
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For tighter curls, I think you’d need to hold the hair against the barrel a little longer, or even go up to the "high" heat setting. Then, with a spritz of hairspray, these should hold well. With all this in mind, Cloud Nine's The Curling Wand seems like quite a versatile tool that can create different types of curls for different hair types and tastes.
I found that the curls/loose waves lasted very well on my hair, with the style lasting even a day or two after curling! Once curled, my hair was left looking sleek and healthy, a much more professional look that I haven’t been able to achieve before.
The image below shows you just how many different looks you can achieve with this wand and many more looks are possible if you brush the curls out further.
The Original Curling Wand
Before and After
The picture above is my hair before washing. With this big hair, I thought it would take me hours, but to my surprise, it only took me about 40 minutes. For the Cloud Nine Original Curling Wand to tame this lioness of hair, I would say its pretty gangsta. I’m excited to have a new look to add to my hairstyle resume! Check me out with my Cloud Nine curls poppin! Not bad for my first time. What do you think? Have you used a wand before?
Pros and Cons
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Easy to use | Pivoting wire can be annoying |
| Lightweight and travel-friendly | Buttons can be tricky at first |
| Versatile for different curl types | May need to hold hair longer for tighter curls |
| Includes heat-proof case and glove |
Final Thoughts
I really did enjoy using this tool and found it the easiest curling wand I’ve tried yet. It is super simple to use and has a number of features that set it apart from competitors, such as the kickstand, the automatic and manual setting options, and the moisture-infused barrel.