i have really long hair, too.
i saw that you said you dont wash it every day, which is really fine. most people with long hair who say they do are usually lying lol
i would say wash it every other day or every three days. just dont let it look/feel oily.
you probably dont want to hear this, but tie your hair. i used to hate it, and its super painful for me but you have to just make do. i suggest high side ponytails, those are my fave. it honestly depends on ur face shape + features tho (if you care)
for the combing issue:
use a brush, not a comb.
brush from the bottom and move to the top, its way easier.
separate your hair into sections
tangles:
maybe use conditioner more than you currently do
find anti-tangle shampoo (it exists)
tie your hair, it really does lessen the tangles
drying your hair:
if you let it dry naturally, use a t-shirt or something. that will reduce frizz.
if you use a blow drier, find some anti-frizz sprays and anti-burn sprays.
try to avoid brushing your hair when it's TOO wet, just so u know!!
cant rly help you with the swimming issue since i tend to avoid water/swimming. gl
(psst. tying your hair up higher and out of your face when you have long hair is always easier)
PLZ DO NOT GIVE UP DO NOT CUT UR HAIR
im considering getting a pixie cut again because i look cute in it but then when i think of how long it took me to grow my hair...yeah
- - - Post Merge - - -
My hair gets greasy very quickly. I'll shower one day and then it get gross by the time I wake up in the morning. I'm actually trying to think of a haircut that'd suit my face best but I keep getting mixed answers. *sigh*
i would recommend for you to find some shampoos that are made to decrease oil/grease more than others O: