Michelle Obama's inauguration hair is officially trending and it's clear to see why. Yes we were obsessed with her immaculately tailored plum coloured ensemble by US designer Sergio Hudson, how could we not love that?! But it was Michelle Obama's glossier than glossy blow-dry that really took our breath away. Yes it's inauguration day, yes this momentous occasion is about something, well, a fair few things far bigger and more important than a new hairstyle, but allow us a little hair envy won't you?! Whilst the masses in the US and abroad were watching the inauguration take place at home, swathed in loungewear, Michelle showed us all how feel-good hair is done.
No sooner had Michelle stepped out of her car than Twitter, Instagram and Facebook were awash with love for the former First Lady's bouncy new do. Jemele Hill wrote on Twitter 'I found my joy. It was Michelle Obama's hair. COME THROUGH CURLS AND VOLUME.' and Twitter user @lynise15 wrote 'Baby, her hair has a whole life, was in a whole mood and giving all the vibes. @MichelleObama never disappoints!'. The love was real.
There's zero intel on the beauty scene with regards to which specific hair genius is responsible for Michelle Obama's epic inauguration blow-dry but, rest assured, we'll tell you as soon as we found out. As for how to emulate the look? It takes a top class curling tong to achieve curls that big, bouncy and glossy. We've rounded up the best in the business. What better way to celebrate inauguration day and 'Michelle Obama Hair Appreciation Day' - yep, we've decided it's a thing - than indulging in a little hair-related spending spree...
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Best curling tongs
1 of 5ghd Creative Curl Wand, £129
Beauty editor Annie Vischer uses this every week. 'It's clip-free which makes it super easy to use. It makes working through my long hair a breeze. You can take smaller sections to create tighter curls and larger sections for looser waves, the possibilities are endless.'
2 of 5Dyson Airwrap Styler Volume + Shape, £399
Yes it's spenny, but but the unique technology associated with this high tech gem allow you to avoid using extreme levels of heat on your hair. It also has every base covered, from drying to curling, to brush styling your do. Consider that more bang for your buck.
3 of 5BaByliss Volume Waves Tong, £22
This one's a real favourite for those who are after a volume boost. The large barrel will give you loose waves, and a glossy just-walked-out-of-the-blow-dry-bar look.
4 of 5ghd Curve Classic Curl Tong, £129
This one's a pro favourite and for good reason. If you're after a that classic glossy curl effect that lasts, this is the buy for you. If you're not great at using tongs with the clip, keep it down and wrap hair round the length of the tong as you would a curling wand.
5 of 5We Are Paradoxx Supernova 3-in-1 Cordless Hair Tool, £195
Here we have a game-changer. There are relatively few effective cordless tong options out there, but this is one. Whether, once lockdown is over, you're likely to find yourself on the move and keen to keep your curls looking fresh, or it would simply suit you better to be able to sit wherever you like in the house whilst you curl your hair, this is the one to make a grab for. The tong section even splits in two to act as straigtheners.
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