My most difficult maintenance is my hair. The cheapest, easiest treatment for my hair is conditioner and not to over process my hair. My hair is very porous and can absorb large amounts of products, which can be expensive. I treated myself to a cut, style, and highlights at the salon with a gift certificate. My hairdresser and the salon I go to always does a great job with my hair and I love the products they use on my hair.
A hair trick I have learned and that I can get away with is to get a simple, basic, straight haircut that is affordable. The low budget style works with my hair and is fine with my frame and general image. One thing that I have learned about myself is that I look my best when I either stay at a hotel somewhere for a week with a professional salon cut, such as a NY hotel for work or use the cheapest products and items available in a simple environment.