I use Garnier Fructic Long and Strong. Helps my hair to grow. I want it to be a bit longer than it is now. Now it's just a little past my shoulders. I usually wash my hair every other day. Keeps it from breaking. I hate my hair though. It is far too curly. I wish it were straight, but unfortunately, curly hair runs in the family.
The only time I ever wear it down is when I'm sleeping, though sometimes I sleep with my hair up in braids. If I ever do wear my hair down it usually has clips or a headband in it and when I do wear it down like that it's not long before I put it back up. I always carry a hairtie with me. I feel so self-consious when I wear my hair down, even when I'm at home. There's a reason for this, but I'd rather not state it. It's too embarrassing.