Chrissy Teigen has once again found herself at the center of social media buzz, this time over a video shared by her husband, John Legend. The clip, posted on June 18, shows Teigen soaking in a bathtub filled with brown water. Legend, curious about the scene, asks, “What is happening here?” Teigen responds, “I’m getting all my body makeup off,” while scrubbing her leg. Legend used the post to promote an exfoliating wash from his skincare line, Loved01, captioning it, “Sometimes you gotta exfoliate!” and tagging Teigen.
The video quickly sparked a debate among fans and followers. Many were quick to comment on the appearance of the water, questioning its cleanliness. One user remarked, “IDGAF if it is makeup. It looks dirty.” Another added, “She didn’t have to sit in a bathtub of water to exfoliate her body… yuck.”
Teigen, known for her candidness, didn’t shy away from addressing the comments. She jumped into the conversation to clarify, “The water is dirty because I’m getting my body makeup off, like I said in the video my sweet angels!” Her response garnered over 12,000 likes. To further defend herself, she shared the same video on her own account the following day, explaining, “Currently getting roasted online for being dirty because no one listened to the audio where I say I’m soaking off body makeup (to shower after!).”
Legend also chimed in on the follow-up post, humorously noting, “Baths are not for bathing is some amazing internet-ness.” The couple’s playful banter continued as they navigated the wave of online criticism.
A dermatologist previously mentioned that showers are generally better for the skin than baths, as prolonged exposure to water can strip the skin of its natural oils, leading to irritation and inflammation. However, Teigen’s focus was on removing her body makeup, a task she chose to do in the bath.
Despite the backlash, some fans appreciated Teigen’s humor and resilience. One supporter commented, “Just love your sense of humor, in any case even if you were dirty nothing to do with anyone. Some people just love hurting people, sad indeed. But you are one amazing and strong woman.” Another added, “Even if you were dirty, you were getting clean… win-win situation, let the comments fall off like the dead layer of skin being removed with the exfoliating product lol.”
Teigen and Legend are currently in France for the Cannes Lions festival, where they have been seen enjoying various events. Legend performed at a Spotify event, and Teigen spoke at a panel. The couple also attended a chic party, with Teigen sharing photos of herself in a stylish white dress and glowing with a sun-kissed tan, thanks to the body makeup she later scrubbed off.
The incident highlights the often harsh and judgmental nature of social media, where context can easily be lost. Teigen’s experience serves as a reminder of the importance of listening and understanding before jumping to conclusions. As she continues to navigate the public eye, Teigen remains unapologetically herself, embracing both the love and the criticism that come her way.
