December 17, 2025 – A recent incident report details a consumer experiencing repetitive electric shocks from a SuperDuomishu Automatic Curling Iron. The user reported feeling mild, repetitive electrical shocks when the non-heated plastic top of the device contacted their scalp during use, raising concerns about potential design flaws and the aging of the appliance.
Product Details
Incident Overview
The incident occurred on November 29, 2025, when a 62-year-old female user was styling her dry hair on a high heat setting with her SuperDuomishu Automatic Curling Iron. She reported feeling a mild, repetitive electric shock whenever the plastic, non-heated top part of the device came into contact with her scalp. While no injury resulted from these shocks, the user noted that experiencing electrical shocks is an unprecedented and alarming event during hair styling.
The product was purchased on September 16, 2023, and had been used approximately three times per month without any prior issues. The user clarifies that the electrical shock is not continuous, occurring perhaps once every couple of uses, and the appliance does not overheat. She diligently followed all instructions, never leaving the device unattended or plugged in when turned off. The consumer expressed concern that this is not an isolated incident or user error, but rather indicative of a manufacturer’s engineering flaw, potentially exacerbated by the device’s age.
Safety Concerns
The reported incident with the SuperDuomishu Automatic Curling Iron highlights several significant safety concerns:
- Electric Shock Hazard: Even mild, repetitive electric shocks are a serious safety concern. They indicate a potential breakdown in the device’s electrical insulation or grounding, allowing current to escape and contact the user. While the reported shocks were mild, there’s always a risk that such an electrical fault could worsen, leading to more severe shocks, burns, or even electrocution.
- Unpredictable Malfunction: The intermittent nature of the shock (once every couple of uses) makes the product’s behavior unpredictable. Consumers may not anticipate the shock, potentially leading to involuntary reactions, drops, or other accidents, especially when operating a hot appliance near the face and head.
- Risk of Burns: If an electric shock causes a user to flinch or drop the hot curling iron, there is an immediate risk of thermal burns to the scalp, face, neck, or hands.
- Long-Term Reliability and “Aging Device” Flaw: The user’s concern about an “aging device” and potential manufacturer’s engineering flaw points to a potential systemic issue. If the product’s components or insulation degrade over time, it could lead to widespread safety risks as more devices reach a certain age. This could affect a broad user base.
- Vulnerability of Users: While the incident involved an adult, the presence of electrical current leakage could pose a greater risk to individuals with certain medical conditions, children, or those who might be less able to react quickly to a sudden shock.
- Property Damage Potential: A severe electrical fault could not only injure the user but also potentially damage the electrical outlet, trip circuit breakers, or, in extreme cases, pose a fire risk.
What Consumers Should Do
If you own a SuperDuomishu Automatic Curling Iron, especially the “Auto Hair Curler Wand with 4 Temp Up to 430& Timer & Dual Voltage, 1″ Larger Rotating Barrel Curling Iron Fast Heating, Anti-Scald, Auto Shut-Off Spin Iron for Lasting Styling” model, we urge you to take the following actions:
- Immediately Discontinue Use: Stop using the product immediately. Even mild shocks indicate a potential electrical fault that could escalate.
- Unplug and Store Safely: Unplug the curling iron from the power outlet and store it in a safe place where it cannot be accidentally used. Do not attempt to repair the device yourself.
- Check for Similar Symptoms: If you have experienced any unusual sensations, sparks, overheating, or electric shocks while using this or similar products, document the details, including dates and circumstances.
- Report the Incident: File a detailed report with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) at www.saferproducts.gov. Your report is crucial for helping regulatory bodies identify patterns and initiate necessary actions, such as recalls.
- Retain Product and Documentation: Keep the curling iron, its packaging, and any purchase receipts or documentation. These may be important if a recall is issued or if further investigation is required.
Manufacturer’s Response
As of the date of this post, the manufacturer, ShenZhen Duomishu Technology Co. Ltd., has not provided a response to this incident report.
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Note: This information is based on incident reports provided by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. If you find information that is incorrect, please contact us immediately so we can correct the post to reflect accurate information.
Disclaimer: The information provided in this post is not intended to be legal or medical advice. This article is based on publicly available incident reports. The incidents mentioned have not necessarily been independently verified or adjudicated.