Michelle Obama's Hair Secrets

Michelle Obama has definitely brought a little glamour to the White House, with her fashion-forward wardrobe, toned physique and her beautiful, silky hair. But it may surprise you to learn that Michelle Obama does not chemically straighten her hair - it’s entirely natural! So how does she achieve her straight, swingy styles? With a flat iron! According to Mrs. O’s hair stylist, Johnny Wright, the best flat irons for African American hair are ceramic, because they can reach the high temperatures necessary for straightening thick, curly hair without damaging the delicate shaft. According to Wright, Mrs. O relies on her flat iron for a variety of looks:  “Sometimes I flat-iron her hair under, or I use a ceramic curling iron to flip it out at the ends a little bit. With a flat iron she’s going to be able to lock the moisture in the hair. Because she has to get her hair done so often, the flat iron is probably the best tool for her.” So there you have it! The best flat irons for Michelle-worthy hair are ceramic irons that lock in the moisture.