This salon-approved hair wand is perfect for the curling pros (and beauty tech fans) among us

The moment I read about a curling wand created by one of the chicest, sleekest salons in London, I knew I had to give it a go for myself. A big fan of the "beachy wave" look, I’d read this wand was perfect for loose, subtle curls that look natural yet defined.

The tool in question? Hershesons’ The Wand, which is hard to miss thanks to its bold, bright blue colourway. The curler has a number of five-star reviews online and has been given a seal of approval by some of the top beauty editors in the game – so I was determined to get my hands on one to try.

In pursuit of finding the very best hair curlers, I used this Hershesons tool for several days and reviewed its every feature, breaking down how I found everything from the user experience to the results in this in-depth guide.

Our contributing beauty editor's full Hershesons The Wand review

Our first impressions of Hershesons' The Wand

I think this is genuinely the coolest-looking curler I’ve ever laid eyes on; it's bright blue with the signature white Hershesons branding subtly emblazoned across the front, plus it comes complete with a matching blue cord and plug. It also arrives in a neoprene heat-protective sleeve, which I think looks especially stylish.

Appearance aside, I was super impressed with just how lightweight this curler is; as someone who travels a lot and may even throw a hair tool into my day bag to use after a workout, I could see this tool easily slotting into my lifestyle, thanks to its weight. I also thought the wire was lengthy and, thus, hoped it would offer more flexible usage.

How does Hershesons' The Wand perform?

I used the wand on its 150 degrees setting as I have fairly fine, straight hair. I parted my hair into small-ish sections and wrapped them around the curler for around 10 seconds. I didn’t get that noticeable results from my first try, but I then brushed through my hair again (it was a little knotty!) and held it a little tighter to the wand, which worked better. With this in mind, I do think this tool takes a second to get used to – I’ve heard rave reviews that the wand is so straightforward you could use it in the dark, but for a curling novice such as myself, it took a minute. This is partly because it doesn't come with a heat-proof glove, so I needed a bit of practice in wrapping the hair properly and safely. This is, however, largely a "me" problem!

My first go using the tool was on hair that was a few days post-wash and had a bit of product build-up in it, which didn’t allow it to perform at its best. The curls were not as tight or crisp, so I’d really recommend using it on cleaner hair and with minimal product.

While I very much enjoyed using this wand for its appearance and innovation factors, I do feel it has its limitations results-wise. It’s effective for creating looser waves, but if you want a tool that’s able to offer different looks, this may fall a little short.

After using it a second time on clean hair, the results for me were tousled, beachy waves that I loved. I applied a little texture spray to finish the look, which only amplified them. So if this is your vibe, too, you’ll be winning. For those desiring slightly tighter curls, however, this may not be your go-to tool.

How does Hershesons' The Wand compare?

Now to get into the product specifications. The wand features a 25mm ceramic-coated barrel, which I think is fairly standard in comparison to other models I’ve recently tried. But what I think is the major standout here is the heat settings and the way they work. There are seven options here, ranging from 80 degrees Celsius through to 210. What’s more, they’re accessible through the tool’s flick-through LCD display, which I found very cool.

The temperature display and usage definitely highlight one of the main pulls of this curler: it’s innovative and modern. Other examples of this include its 360-degree swivel cord and that it automatically shuts off after 60 minutes of no use. (I actually think the latter sets it apart from other models, which tend to switch off within 30 minutes for safety purposes.)

As mentioned, the appearance of the tool easily makes it stand out in a crowded market; this eye-catching curler is certainly the first one I’d go to when presented with dozens of similar-looking models on the shop shelf.

Should you buy Hershesons' The Wand?

This depends on what you’re looking for in your new hair curler. If you’re well-versed in curling and love a loose beachy wave, you can’t beat this tool. Hershesons’ The Wand is also great for beauty tech lovers who enjoy something modern and cool – and that looks fun. If you’re brand new to curling tongs or want a device that allow you to create a variety of looks, there may be better options out there for you that offer more versatility.