BeautyCrownedHairMeet the Stylists Behind Michelle Obama's Hair Legacy, Yene Damtew and Njeri RadwayBy Naomi ParrisPublished on Jan 15, 2026 at 11:05 AMIris ManningsNjeri RadwayIris ManningsNjeri RadwayWhile each product featured is independently selected by our editors, we may include paid promotion. If you buy something through our links, we may earn commission. Read more about our Product Review Guidelines here.The 2008 presidential election marked a turning point not only in American politics but also in the landscape of Black beauty.