i too have long hair which i oil often...
Caring for it is very simple...Whenever you take a hair wash, shampoo your head trice...to remove the excess oil, and then condition it as per the instructions...
If you blow dry your hair after a wash, dry only 3/4th of it, else it makes your hair too dry and frizzy...I personally prefer the good old towel dry method..
and here is a mail i received about hair care:
Frequently asked questions about Hair care
Is shampooing daily harmful for the hair?
Everyday washing shouldn't be a concern as long as you are using a mild
shampoo, which can suit your normal hair. Something that nourishes while it cleanses. If your hair doesn't feel unclean, just sweaty it is okay to simply rinse out the sweat too if you choose to.
Also, after wash, keep your damp hair in a turbaned towel for about 15 minutes. Finger comb it in a gentle massage like movements and only brush gently.
The right way of washing Hair
Oiling my hair every time does not help it in any way. On the contrary, you end up using more shampoo every time, damaging the hairs natural oil balance making it dry. Once a fortnight oiling is just fine.
To wash your hair, always wet it first before applying shampoo. Then, lather it by massaging with your fingertips. Rinse thoroughly until squeaky clean. Pat dry and finger comb out the tangles or use a wide tooth comb.
How to treat split ends?
Split ends, which are mainly caused when your hairs cell fail to hold together are result of exposure to harsh elements, chemicals or even excessive brushing.
The right kind of shampoo will minimize hair damage. Meanwhile it is also important to replenish ceramides, which are hairs natural cement, and is responsible for holding the hair cells together. A ceramides enriched shampoo will help repair hair fibre and reduce split ends.
To maintain Oily Hair
Oily hair always goes with any oily skin. The scalp has a tendency to secrete excess oil, which makes it lank and greasy. It is therefore important to keep the scalp will only activate the oil glands causing further oiliness. So will combing more than required more so ever, do not succumb to the temptations of a harsh shampoo, which temporarily restores your hair but in the long run harms it.
Using a special shampoo for oily hair is the best, which is gentle enough to be used often. Also essential is to rinse at the shampoo thoroughly finishing with cold water.
Read more tips from http://online-articles
org/beauty/site-map.php
For thin and limp Hair
Thin, limp, hair does not have a tendency to fall flat and dead. What you need is a volume booster. For starters choose your shampoo carefully. Ordinary shampoos donut do much for your kind of hair. Look up a shampoo especially for limp hair
Secondly, do not comb your hair when wet, Let it dry naturally and finger comb it. A hair dryer can boost your hair for a while but on a regular basis can prove harmful for your hair. Then, brush your brush straight from your scalp and shake it free.
For Dry Brittle Hair
First check your shampoo! If you are using a harsh, unsuitable shampoo, it will not only dry your hair, it will cause breakage and dry scalp may turn flaky and cause a lot of other problems.
Use an especially mild shampoo made for dry hair. One fortified with essential oils to replace the last nourishment is ideal. A good conditioner also helps soften dry hair. After wash keep your damp hair in a turbaned towel for about 15 minutes. Finger comb it in a gentle massage like movements-this-will activate the oil glands in your scalp. Then brush it gently. Oil massages followed by a steamy, hot towel on your head every 15 days will also help get rid of dryness
Hair Highlighting
With highlighting your hair can look brighter and glossier. However, salt and pepper combinations (contrasting mix of dark and light shades) should be avoided as they are unnatural and old-fashioned, and can be misread as dark hair turning Grey.
Although perfect highlighting requires to be handled by professionals, some wonderful effects can also be created with home-made treatments. Like finger painting and streaking can be used quite easily. Read more tips from
http://online-articles.org/beauty/site-map.php
Good Luck...
2006-08-24 01:24:35
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answered by Myth 2
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I do have long hair.I apply oil and wash it twice.Once to remove the oil ,second i use conditioner to have a silky look.I dont use hair drier rather prefer towel dry method. Have a visit to this site for more tips.
http://www.longhaircareforum.com/home.php
2006-08-24 01:34:54
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answered by Princess 2
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conditioner u have to use after shampoo. after shampoo aply conditioner on the hair keep for 2 minutes then rinse it off lightly
2006-08-27 17:06:17
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answered by rajan naidu 7
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then dont oil ur hair often then. so u can get da chance to use da conditioner.
2006-08-24 01:22:39
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answered by lady_sprano_n7 3
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Better to do hot oil massages and after 15 minutes use mild shampoo and conditioner.
How to do hot oil nassage? Read more....http://geebal.blogspot.com
Also read.......
Skincare/Acne cure/Wrinkles/Blemishes/White heads/Black heads
Freckles/Steaming/Haircare/hair removal/hairloss/henna on hair
Dandruf/Manicure/Pedicure/Eye care/Darkcirles/Puffiness/
Makeup/oily skin/dry skin ....etc.
http://geebal.blogspot.com
2006-08-24 01:39:58
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answered by Balu 5
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