What’s Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis’ unique bath-time rule?(Photo Credit –Instagram)
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Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher sparked a hygiene debate when they admitted they don’t bathe their kids daily. The actress said on the Armchair Expert podcast, “I wasn’t that parent that bathed my newborns. Ever.”
Kucher added, “Here’s the thing. If you can see the dirt on them, clean them. Otherwise, there’s no point.” The star even posted a video on Instagram, writing, “You’re putting water on the children? Are you trying to melt them?”
Want to know Kutcher’s own routine? “I wash my armpits and crotch daily—nothing else.” His logic? Less soap means less dryness. Dermatologists back this up—most adults don’t need full-body showers daily. Focus on sweaty areas, use gentle cleansers, and moisturize.
So, are they right? Should kids be bathed daily, or is this “dirty little secret” actually backed by science? Let’s scrub away the confusion. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, kids aged 6 to 11 should bathe at least once a week. More often, if they’re visibly dirty or sweaty. Daily showers are not necessary—until puberty kicks in.
Dr. Adam Friedman, a dermatology professor, agrees. “Water is probably the No. 1 irritant on the planet because it washes away the natural moisturizing factors that our skin makes,” he told TODAY. The doc warns that too much bathing can dry out the skin, leading to irritation. The fix is a Moisturizer. Applying it right after a bath helps lock in hydration and protects the skin.
Skipping baths completely isn’t the answer, either. “Over-bathing is problematic, but I would probably argue that under-bathing is, too,” says Dr. Friedman. “Microscopic things that can get on the skin and be damaging.” The key is balance: mild soap, lukewarm water, and a good moisturizer.
