The Talented Tenth: 10 Black Hairstylists to Follow on Instagram

Whether it is short, long, relaxed or natural, platinum blond or jet black, super kinky or bone straight—we care about our tresses. Period.

YENE DAMTEW @yenedamtew

This Washington, D.C. stylist is most known for getting the hair of our Forever First Lady all the way together. In addition to Mrs. Obama, Yene is highly sought after in the District for being an experienced hair loss practitioner. A California native with Ethiopian roots, Yene owns and operates two Aesthetics Salon locations in the D.C. area.

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