How I did it: I was never allowed to have my hair long, so, naturally I was desperate to have long hair. It took me a long time to convince my parents to let me grow it long, as they were convinced that I couldn't look after my hair, but my hairdresser pointedly stated that my hair felt extremely well cared for, and I was given permission. Unfortunately, after years of never using a hairdryer, I suddenly started using one, and I had never heard of heat protector. Then, I discovered straighteners. By the time my hair had grown down to my bum,the ends were dead and horrible, and finally, I decided to opt for a shoulder-length style. At the time I didn't have a fringe, so long hair didn't suit me as I have a long face. I refused to have my hair cut throughout the growing process- I didn't even have my ends trimmed.

Lessons & tips: 1. Care for your hair! Use heat protector and a deep conditioning treatment!

2. Check that long hair will suit you first!

Feb 07, 2009, 01:22PM PST | 0 comments | 4 cheers