Beauty Hair Q&A With Mrs. Obama's Stylist By InStyle Editors InStyle Editors Instagram Twitter InStyle's mantra is "Everybody's in," and that means anyone who finds their way to our stories should find themselves reflected in them. We prioritize bringing the right writer to every story and sometimes collaborate as a team to ensure we're including points of view across race, gender expression, body size, skin and hair type, and more. Our editors and writers comprise decades of expertise across the beauty, fashion, lifestyle and wellness spaces in print and digital. We prioritize journalistic integrity, factual accuracy, and also having fun with every story we share. For more about our team, click here. InStyle's editorial guidelines Published on April 26, 2010 Pin Share Tweet Email Photo: J. Scott Applewhite/AP photo SoftSheen-Carson stylist Johnny Wright keeps Michelle Obama’s mane polished to perfection—and we asked him your top five hair questions: 1) Kara: “How often do you recommend washing your hair if you work out on a daily basis?"“Less is better. Don’t wash everyday even if you work out. Every other day is a much better option." 2) Misty: “Do you have a favorite flat iron?"“I’m in love with the Corioliss Flat Iron. It’s made with titanium, which is less damaging than other metals." 3) Eva: “What styling tips can you give for women over 40?”“As women age, their hair tends to thin—so all styles seem flat. Give your look tons of body by choosing a rich thickening cream to plump strands and create volume.” 4) Mia: "What temperature setting should I use to straighten my own hair?" "Don't go higher than 350 degrees when using a flat iron on at home.” 5) Joseph Bontilao: “What shampoo do you recommend?” “I use Roots of Nature Nurturing Shampoo for strong, shiny locks. It’s infused with moisturizing ingredients like shea butter and green tea.” —Emma Oldenkamp Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit