Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher have shared their unique approach to bath time for their children, Wyatt Isabelle (6) and Dimitri Portwood (4). In a recent episode of the Armchair Expert podcast, the couple revealed that they don’t believe in daily bathing with soap for their kids.
The topic arose during a conversation about showering habits between the hosts, Dax Shepard and Monica Padman. Shepard argued that using a bar of soap daily strips the natural oils from the skin and suggested washing with water only. Kunis and Kutcher agreed, prompting Padman to express surprise and ask who taught them not to wash. Kunis explained that due to a lack of hot water when she was growing up, she didn’t shower frequently.
When it came to their own children, Kunis revealed that she didn’t bathe her newborns at all, challenging the notion that daily baths for infants are necessary. Shepard shared that he and his wife, Kristen Bell, used to bathe their daughters every day as part of their nighttime routine but stopped as the kids grew older. Kunis and Kutcher expressed agreement, emphasizing their belief that if there is visible dirt on the children, they should be cleaned; otherwise, daily bathing serves no purpose.
The Mayo Clinic supports the idea that excessive use of soap on babies can dry out their skin. The American Academy of Dermatology Association also states on its website that children between the ages of 6 and 11 may not require a daily bath but should wash at least once or twice a week.
Regarding their own bathing habits, Kunis and Kutcher revealed that they don’t use soap on their entire bodies every day. Kutcher humorously shared that he only washes his armpits and crotch daily, relying on Lever 2000 soap. They both highlighted the importance of washing their faces daily, with Kunis admitting to washing her face twice a day and Kutcher rinsing his face after workouts to remove salts.
While daily baths may not be the norm in their household, Kunis and Kutcher prioritize cleanliness when necessary and believe in maintaining facial hygiene. Their approach challenges traditional notions of bathing frequency for children and reflects their personal experiences and research-backed considerations about skin health.
In conclusion, Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher have adopted a less conventional approach to bathing their children, opting for infrequent use of soap unless there is visible dirt. Their perspective aligns with medical advice cautioning against excessive use of soap on babies’ delicate skin. The couple’s discussion on the podcast sheds light on their unique bathing routines and challenges societal norms surrounding hygiene practices for children.