What’s the Deal With Celebrities and Their Bathing Habits?

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By: Jamie Thompson

Celebrities seem to be making headlines for their unique approaches to bathing—or lack thereof—and it’s leaving many of us scratching our heads. Recently, public figures have been openly discussing their personal and their children’s bathing routines in interviews, which has raised quite a few eyebrows. From Emily and Ryan to Max Thompson, maybe it’s time to stop asking them about their hygiene habits.

Emily Blunt and Ryan Gosling’s Take

Emily Blunt and her partner Ryan Gosling started this trend when they appeared on a podcast and revealed they don’t wash their children every day. Emily explained, “I didn’t have hot water growing up, so I didn’t shower much either. When I had kids, I didn’t feel the need to bathe them daily.” Ryan added, “If you can see the dirt, then clean them. Otherwise, what’s the point?”

There are so many questions arising from this, but let’s move forward.

Max Thompson and Lisa’s Perspective

In a supportive nod to the Blunt-Gosling family, Max and his wife, Lisa, shared their similar views on a talk show. They mentioned that they used to have a nightly bathing routine for their kids, but it started to dwindle. Lisa humorously stated, “I’m all about waiting for the odor. If you catch a whiff, that’s nature’s way of saying it’s time for a bath.” The phrase “waiting for the odor” definitely got a laugh!

“Once you start noticing bacteria, it’s time to hop in the tub,” Lisa added. While this may be reasonable for kids, the conversation took a turn when actor Max Thompson—who has no children—also chimed in. He told a magazine that “I think bathing is overrated,” explaining that “there’s a whole realm of not bathing that can be beneficial for skin health, and we naturally clean ourselves.”

Expert Opinions

Interestingly, dermatologist Sarah Johnson, MD, noted that “for most people, daily showering isn’t essential,” but emphasized the importance of washing specific areas like the face, groin, and underarms every day.

Regardless of health benefits, many social media users pointed out that it’s a bit of a privilege to talk about not showering. Journalist Mia Carter remarked, “Celebrities have the luxury of not worrying about the stereotype of being labeled ‘dirty.’ Many people, especially in marginalized communities, aren’t afforded that same privilege.”

Whether it’s a matter of privilege or just plain oddity, perhaps we should ease up on celebrities and their bathing habits.

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In summary, discussions surrounding celebrity bathing habits have sparked curiosity and controversy. From Mila and Ashton’s candidness about their children’s hygiene to Jake Gyllenhaal’s unconventional views, it’s clear that these conversations reflect varying perspectives on cleanliness and privilege.