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Bathing Habits By Country In 2025:  Bathing cleanses our body from dirt, sweat and bacteria we come in contact with throughout the day, which can cause bad odour along with a high risk of infections. Bathing has utmost importance for maintaining basic hygiene. However, bathing is much more than sanitisation; it has its own benefits for your physical and mental well-being, like a pain-reliever, stress buster, and even known to lower your blood pressure, as per Healthline. To learn more about global bathing trends, here is a list of the top 10 countries that bathe the most, with the average shower a country takes per week, along with India’s rank on the list, according to the World Population Review report.

Top 10 Countries That Bathe The Most:

Countries That Bathe The Most  People Who Take At Least One Shower Per Week People Who Take At Least One Bath Per Week Average Showers Per Week Average Baths Per Week
Brazil  99 per cent 7 per cent 14 5
Germany  92 per cent 20 per cent 6 2
United States 90 per cent  13 per cent 7 3
Mexico  90 per cent NA 8 3
China  85 per cent 11 per cent  6 5
United Kingdom  83 per cent  32 per cent  6 4
France  76 per cent NA 7 2
Russia  61 per cent NA NA NA
India  NA NA NA 7
Japan  NA NA 5 6

Source: World Population Review report

Which Are The Top 10 Countries That Take The Most Baths And Why?

1. Brazil

People say it is not uncommon in Brazil for people to shower up to 5 times a day. The bathing habits here are mainly led by humid climatic conditions and cultural beliefs linked with freshness and cleanliness. Here, 99 per cent of the population takes at least one shower per week.

2. Germany

92 per cent of Germany’s population takes at least one shower per week, alongside here the average showers per week is 6 times, which means people take a bath almost every day here. The bathing culture is due to norms around cleanliness and hygiene.

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3. United States

90 per cent population of the United States take at least one shower per week, alongside here the average showers per week is 7, which means people bathe almost every day here. The bathing culture is majorly impacted by cleanliness, personal appearance, and overall well-being.

4. Mexico

Mexico is one of the countries that believes that hair should be washed with each shower. Just like the USA, 90 per cent of Mexicans take at least one shower per week. Surprisingly, here, the average showers per week are 8 times.

5. China

Chinese people's cultural practice of night bathing for relaxation is very popular. Moreover, the preference for daily hygiene, especially in humid climates, adds to the overall ranking,

6. United Kingdom

An average citizen of the United Kingdom bathes for 9.6minutes, which makes up for 83 per cent of its population that showers every week. Here, people prefer taking a shower.

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7. France

To most your surprise, on average, 76 per cent of French people shower daily, which makes up for 7 showers per week. Modern France has widespread access to showers, which leads to positive bathing habits for the nation.

8. Russia

The bathing trend in Russia is due to the cultural significance of bathing linked with relaxation and health benefits, while keeping themselves clean and tidy. The cultural tradition of using the banya (Russian sauna or bathhouse) is also a popular concept here.

9. India

The bathing trends in India are deeply rooted in its culture, tradition, history and even scientific aspects of bathing benefits. Surprisingly, the nation of billions takes the most weekly baths globally. Here, bathing twice a day is a common habit, especially in the summer season.

10 Japan

The bathing habits here are mainly led by cultural practices, geographical resources like hot springs, and the objective of relaxation and purification through a good bath. Here, people generally take a shower and bath for at least 11 hours per week.

The above-mentioned list, in detail, showcases the global bathing trends, including bath and shower preferences across the globe. The most showered country in the world is Brazil, while the most commonly bathed country is the United Kingdom. The bathing habits across the globe are mainly linked with the cultural and social mindset of the people regarding bathing.

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