When it comes to summer festival szn, picking out a suitable yet stylish outfit is integral. But what's just as important is the beauty look – hair and makeup really are the ultimate game changers. From intergalactic space buns to holographic wings and all-out glitter eye looks, the creative possibilities are endless... which perhaps, could be a little overwhelming. That's why when this very TikTok trend went viral, I knew it would save mine and many other people's bacon.
Earlier this summer, social media influencer, Sophie Murray uploaded a snappy TikTok video bringing back a hair tool that many of us millennials and Gen Z babies used as kids. And in only 13 seconds – yep just 13(!!) – Sophie convinced us all how much of a festival essential the gadget really is. I mean, you can't argue with the stats because the clip racked up over one million likes and eight million views. Wow.
Watch below to see Sophie demonstrate its use:
As we can collectively observe, all it takes is a quick pinch of the Bling Bling Hair Bedazzler Kit, £9.99, to achieve a glamorous gemstone hair look that is just so 90s-meets-early-2000s vibes. Plus, not only is it fast but it's also pretty affordable, too (when compared to the likes of heated hair wands). It's a win, win, if you ask us.
Haichrin Hair Bedazzler Kit with 180 Hair Gems, Bling Gem Machine, Hair Gem Stamper, Glam Bling Styling Tool for Girls Kids
However, if you're not a fan of the 90s gemstone hair look (which, I don't see why you wouldn't be but hey-ho), why not take a read of our festival hair-spo roundup.
I echo my earlier statement when I say the possibilities are endless and there's something here for everyone. Just have fun with it!
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Lia Mappoura (she/her) is the Beauty Writer at Cosmopolitan UK, with over four years of experience reporting across the brand's print, social, video and digital platforms. Lia covers everything from emerging trend analysis to viral celebrity hair and makeup moments, making her an expert at spotting the season’s next big beauty look (before it takes over social media feeds).
In 2025, she was named The Rising Media Star at the Love Perfume Awards with The Perfume Shop, recognised for her outstanding digital fragrance content and for building genuine authority within the space. She is passionate about challenging outdated beauty stereotypes, championing inclusive representation in beauty, and educating readers on the trends, products and conversations shaping the industry today. Follow her on Instagram or find her on LinkedIn.
