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The festive season is the perfect time of year to experiment with your hair. Whether you’re squeezing in some last-minute Christmas shopping, celebrating with friends and family, or heading out to a New Year’s party, these three glamorous looks will add some sparkle to your styling routine.
This blog offers a look for every length and hair type. Choose from a classic ‘90s blowout, cascading waterfall waves and a sleek vintage-inspired flicked bob.
The Limited-Edition CLOUD NINE Starlight Collection
Party season is the perfect excuse to indulge in the CLOUD NINE Starlight Collection, our limited-edition festive product range.
See the light with our best-selling tools in an exclusive new colourway: grey and platinum silver. The collection comes complete with matching gift box, perfect for placing straight under the Christmas tree.
Each tool is packed with all the revolutionary hair health technology you’ve come to expect from CLOUD NINE, including our signature Revive Mode™ and Variable Temperature Control to Sericite-infused, Spring-Flex™ plates. Plus, you can take your styling routine to celestial heights with our Starlight Luxury Gift Sets, which feature the limited-edition Starlight Original Iron or Wide Iron, plus a luxury faux leather case, Velvet Styling Case, Wet Hairbrush and Wide Tooth Comb.
Let’s take a look at some of the styles you can create with a touch of Starlight glam.
1. 90s BLOWOUT
The iconic blowout has been in style since it first rose to popularity in the ‘90s, and it’s never looked better than with The Starlight Collection Airshot Pro.
You’ll be blown away by our lightest, quietest and most powerful hair dryer yet. Customise your heat with Variable Temperature Control and enjoy long-lasting performance thanks to Self-Clean mode. The Starlight Collection edition comes complete with a dust bag, two nozzles and a diffuser.
To achieve a dreamy ‘90s blowout using the Airshot Pro Starlight edition:
Step 1: Wash your hair with shampoo and conditioner. You could wash out or leave in a little Magical Remedy to provide some extra nourishment, ideal for protecting your shine during these cold months. During or after conditioning, while your hair is still wet, use The Wet Hairbrush to gently detangle your hair.
Step 2: Apply a generous spritz of Magical Potion to freshly washed and towel-dried hair for unrivalled heat protection.
Step 3: Use the power button to turn on your Starlight Airshot Pro and roughly dry the majority of your hair. We know your hair is as unique as you are, so adjust the air speed and temperature using the Variable Temperature Control.
Step 4: For more precise drying, attach your Airshot Pro Nozzle and section your hair. Use a round brush to roll up to the root and slowly pull the brush down the length of the hair, curling inward. Use your Airshot Pro to dry in place. Tip: Start at the back of your head, and work your way forwards to the face-framing parts of the hair.
Step 5: Press the Cool Shot button and repeat step 3 to set your style with a blast of cold air.
Step 6: Brush and fluff your hair until you’re happy with the result. Adding a lightweight serum or hairspray will help lock in your style.
Step 7: Before heading out to show off your look, quickly press the temperature and fan buttons down for 3 seconds on your Starlight Airshot Pro, activating the Self-Clean Mode. Ensure to complete this after every use to keep powerful blow-drying a breeze.
2. WATERFALL WAVES
Looking for a glamorous hairstyle for your work winter party? Look no further than elegant waterfall waves, created with our Starlight Collection Wide Iron.
Get sleek and straight results that last all day, even on longer, thicker hair. The Wide Iron’s wider plates, Revive Mode™, and 11 heat settings make it easy to style your way. The Sericite-infused plates lock in moisture, and Spring-Flex™ Technology makes snagging a thing of the past.
This festive period, achieve Hollywood-inspired waterfall waves with the Wide Iron in our exclusive Starlight colourway, for that added touch of glitz.
Here’s how it’s done:
Step 1: Start with clean, dry and detangled hair. This style works best on longer hair. Feel free to pop in some extensions for the occasion, or stick with your natural length. Spray in some Magical Potion for heat protection.
Step 2: Section your hair into small sections. Turn your Starlight Wide Iron on, and use the temperature buttons to select the right heat for you. If you’re not sure of your perfect heat, consult our Temperature Calculator.
Step 3: Run small sections of the hair through the irons, twisting as the hair glides through to create big, loose curls. Cup each piece of curled hair in your hands, and let it gently drop down.
Step 4: Once all the hair has been curled, use the irons to roughly straighten the top third section of the hair from the root down to roughly the top of the neck.
Step 5: Leave the hair to cool for five minutes, then comb through with the Wide Tooth Comb that comes with the Starlight Luxury Gift Set to finish the look. Add a lightweight serum or hairspray to help lock in your look.
Step 6: Store your Starlight Collection Wide Iron in its Velvet Style Case once cool, and light up the room with your gorgeous waterfall waves.
3. RETRO FLICKED BOB
Flicked-out ends are making a comeback, and you can create your version with even more shine this Christmas using our Starlight Collection Original Iron. Perfect for all hair types, it features superior 11-setting heat control, our signature feature Revive Mode™, and Spring-Flex plates – all to keep your hair vibrant and strong.
For some added Christmas magic, The Starlight Collection comes in grey and platinum silver, and includes a Velvet Style Case – making it the perfect treat for a loved one – or even for yourself.
The Starlight Collection Original Iron is the ideal tool to create this retro flicked bob look, perfect for a trip to the Christmas market, or a festive meal out.
To create yours:
Step 1: Unbox your Starlight Collection Original Iron and use your Wet Hairbrush to detangle your clean dry hair. Create a middle parting with the Wide Tooth Comb that comes with the Starlight Luxury Gift Set.
Step 2: Protect your hair and maintain its shine with a spritz of Magical Potion heat protectant.
Step 3: Slide the power button to turn on your Original Iron. Choose from 11 temperature settings between 100-200 degrees, depending on your hair type. Not sure what temperature to style at? Use the Temperature Calculator to find the ideal heat for your hair type and condition.
Step 4: Section your hair into medium sections. Brush through each section of hair with your Wide Tooth Comb, and run your Original Iron through each piece of hair. When reaching the end of the hair, turn the irons upwards, creating a flick.
Step 5: Repeat the previous step on your entire head of hair, working from back-to-front. Tuck the front pieces of hair behind your ears, and secure your style with a lightweight serum or hairspray.
Step 6: Once you’re happy with your look, slide the power button down to turn off the irons and leave them to cool before storing them in your Velvet Style Case. All that’s left to do is go out and celebrate in style.
Whether you choose a 90s blowout, waterfall waves, a retro flicked bob or another glam style of your own creation – our Starlight Collection means you’ll never have to settle for dull hair. Shop the range, and give the gift of Starlight this Christmas.
Looking for some general haircare tips to keep your strands looking healthy and shiny throughout winter? Check out our blog, 9 Tips For Cold Weather Hair.
