Jaw Jaw,
The best conditioners cost come money. There are fast fixes that are in the drug store but to really have wonderful hair with the hair you have, it takes a bit of money spent.

There is an inbetween line, however that is used by many people and that has a leave in condtioner which I recommended for Humlan. It is by Aveda. If you look at that post you can find that conditioner and it's price is far, most definately. The aveda product line is natural and good.

An upper line winner in conditioner and shampoo is called Pureology and it is an excellent product. I use it myself and I have hair that is wavy and can be dry from highlights that are bleached.

http://www.drugstore.com/search/search_r...p;Ntt=pureology

Yes, to avoid the metal and grow it out is the idea but some of it will come out in the wash if you have someone color your hair from a salon. If you have simple color needs, go for a chain salon that is inexpensive and have them do your roots for awhile and let your somewhat damaged hair recover and grow out.

Spend on your shampoo and conditioner if you can because it is what protects your hair, the first defense and don't wash your hair every day! Wash it every other day or every three days if you can stand it. If you want your hair fresh, take some baby powder and sprinkle it on your hair while hanging it upside down and brush that through. It will take out dirt and oil for you and leave your hair smelling nicely.

dancer