If you want really beautiful long hair you need to plan it carefully. Hair grows about ½ inch a month so if you have the tips trimmed about every three months you will have 4 - 5 inches of healthy new hair in a year. Regular trimming, even every three months, is much better than just letting it grow.

Treat your hair carefully when it is wet. Always use a conditioner to detangle. Hair is elastic and liable to stretch when wet. Yanking combs through wet hair may stretch it and cause breakage.

Blow dry your hair with the hot air directed downwards along the hair shaft. This will result in a shinier finish.

Always use a protective spray or lotion before using heated styling tools.

HOT TIP: Resurrect your old set of hot rollers from the back of the cupboard. Tip your hair upside down and blow dry for max volume. Then set with hotties; they give the sexiest curls ever to long hair.