Jake Gyllenhaal’s Unusual Take on Showers

In the ongoing debate about the necessity of showering, actor Jake Gyllenhaal has weighed in with his unique perspective.

The 40-year-old star shared his unconventional views on bathing during an interview with Vanity Fair on Thursday, August 5.

Gyllenhaal expressed that he finds bathing to be less essential at times and believes that abstaining from showers can be beneficial for skin maintenance as our bodies naturally cleanse themselves.

Despite his infrequent shower routine, Gyllenhaal made it clear that he prioritizes oral hygiene by regularly brushing his teeth.

He emphasized the importance of good manners and fresh breath, acknowledging the influence of musician Elvis Costello on his dental habits.

Gyllenhaal is among a group of celebrities sparking discussions about bathing practices.

For instance, Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher shared their relaxed approach to bathing their children, Wyatt and Dimitri.

Kutcher explained on the “Armchair Expert” podcast that they only bathe their kids when visibly dirty, echoing Kunis' upbringing where she had limited access to hot water.

Kunis, who wed Kutcher in 2015, revealed that she rarely bathed her newborns, highlighting their minimalist parenting style.

She disclosed that while she washes her face twice daily, she limits soap usage on her body to specific areas, emphasizing her preference for a simple cleansing routine.

Another celebrity couple, Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard, also addressed their evolving attitude towards nightly baths for their daughters Lincoln and Delta.

The duo used to bathe their children every evening but adjusted their routine as the kids grew older, sometimes realizing several days had passed without a bath.

During an appearance on The View, Shepard humorously recounted the occasional oversight in their children's hygiene schedule, emphasizing the role of biological signals in prompting the need for cleanliness.

Bell echoed his sentiments, stressing the importance of addressing bacterial buildup by heeding the body's cues for proper hygiene maintenance.