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Miami Herald
15 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Miami Herald
How to Get Sydney Sweeney's Bathwater Soap: Competition and Release Date
Actor Sydney Sweeney has released a limited-edition soap made with water from her own bath, and some fans are in a real lather about the product, desperate to get their hands on it. Sweeney, who starred in the first White Lotus series, partnered with natural body care brand Dr. Squatch to produce Sydney's Bathwater Bliss, priced at around $8 per bar. A promotion campaign is giving away 100 as competition prizes. One keen customer wrote on Instagram: "Made with your actual bath water? Lol. That's awesome! ... Let's go @sydney_sweeney." Not all fans have been impressed though, one saying: "Sydney honey I love you but I don't know about this." Another wrote: "Geez this is literally sad for humanity." The collaboration is soaking up the comments section of Sweeney's Instagram posts. Excited male fans are drooling over the star, and offended feminists are concerned about her "stimulation of the male gaze" and "promotion of a female stereotype." One user appeared to suggest the collaboration could have wider repercussions on gender issues, writing: "we're never making it out of the patriarchy." While Sweeney voiced her excitement about this latest collaboration, she has previously spoken out about the way the world views her body. She told Variety in March 2024: "People feel connected and free to be able to speak about me in whatever way they want, because they believe that I've signed my life away. That I'm not on a human level anymore, because I'm an actor. That these characters are for everybody else, but then me as Sydney is not for me anymore. It's this weird relationship that people have with me that I have no control or say over." Sweeney, 27, is recently single, and has also featured in TV shows including Euphoria and Sharp Objects. Her movies, across a wide range of genres, include rom-com Anyone But You, horror movie Immaculate, and action film Madam Web. This collaboration is in response to fan curiosity sparked by a previous advertisement by Dr. Squatch, the men's natural products store. It features Sweeney soaking in a candlelit bathtub, and playful banter from fans about her bathwater, led to the creation of the unconventional product. Dr Squatch wrote in an Instagram announcement: "In collaboration with Sydney Sweeney, we created a limited-edition soap infused with her ACTUAL bathwater. Why? Because y'all wouldn't stop asking. And Sydney said, 'Let's do it.' (what a legend)" The actor is not the first person to commercialize her bathwater. In 2019, an adult content star, Belle Delphine, sold jars of hers for $43 a piece, according to a report by the New York Post. Sydney's Bathwater Bliss is set to launch on June 6, 2025, and there will be 100 winners in a competition to get a bar for free. Each bar is crafted with natural ingredients, including exfoliating sand, shea butter, and a touch of Sweeney's bathwater, which Dr. Squatch's website said was "one of nature's finest aphrodisiacs." It has a medium grit level, and the men's care brand said the bar smells like "morning wood," adding this included notes of pine, Douglas fir, and earthy moss. Either follow Dr. Squatch's Instagram account and leave a comment, or you can fill out a form on its website. The product giveaway ends on June 4, and winners will be messaged or emailed from June 6. Dr. Squatch said consumers would also be able to buy the product, although there is a very limited stock, reports saying only 5,000 bars have been made. The men's care brand wrote: "But can I buy one?' Not yet … but we'll have a VERY limited stock when they do drop! Keep an eye out for an announcement." Winners of the competition will find out on June 6, and fans will be able to purchase the product soon Dr. Squatch said, adding it would be providing a further announcement in due course. Related Articles Hotel Guard Suspended, Accused of Asking Woman in Bathroom to Prove GenderBetter Office Bathrooms Can Improve Attendance and InclusionBathroom Renovation Disaster Leaves Internet In Stitches: 'Serial Killer Setup'Man Spends All Day Tiling Shower, Then Realizes Mistake-'Is it Noticeable?' 2025 NEWSWEEK DIGITAL LLC.
Buzz Feed
15 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
27 Ashley Stewart Dresses That Are Pretty As A Daisy
A scroll print dress with adjustable straps to help you unfurl your petals after a long winter and fully enjoy spring and summer sun while it's around! (BUT, this dress will also be PERFECT when fall does show up with some tights and a denim jacket!) Price: $41.70 (originally $69.50; available in sizes 10–36) A perfectly flounced buttoned dress if you love the denim look but want some extra "oomph" when it comes to your silhouette. And the best part? That cute belt hides an elastic waistband, so you can be supremely comfy while still looking supremely put together. Price: $41.70 (originally $69.50; available in sizes 10–36) A two-tone chambray midaxi dress so you can bring some dramatic flair to your work wardrobe while still looking professional and composed. Don't forget that heckin' cute bag for less than $20!Price: $41.70 (originally $69.50; available in sizes 10–36) Or a cape blazer dress because sometimes you need a cape to flap in the wind behind you while you're closing that deal, sending that email, or attending that business lunch. Price: $44.70 (originally $74.50; available in sizes 10–36) A strapless rosette dress as floaty as the clouds above and as pretty as the flowers below. Whether you've got a special event or just want to have a frothy dress moment, this lovely piece more than deserves a place in your wardrobe. Price: $65.70 (originally $109.50; available in sizes 12–36 and in two colors) A fringed crochet tank dress for extra-whimsical days when you want to show off your fashion sense and your main character personality. Price: $44.70 (originally $74.50; available in sizes 10–28 and in two colors) A printed cotton dress because why not look like a flower when you spin into your fave coffee shop for an iced matcha latte? Price: $44.70 (originally $74.50; available in sizes 10–36) A button-embellished shirtdress even the flowers will be jealous they don't have in their closets, because look how PERFECT that green is! Whether you're rocking a colorful makeup look or going for a glorious no-makeup day, this dress has you covered. Price: $41.70 (originally $69.50; available in sizes 10–36 and in two colors) A tasseled palm print dress so you can have the correct outfit for practicing your White Lotus audition monologue in front of the mirror. Price: $41.70 (originally $69.50; available in sizes 10–36) A tiered jersey A-line dress because black dahlias bloom in summer, too! If you are in need of an LBD this summer, you can still bring maximum flower energy to your look with this flared skirt and tiered sleeves. Price: $35.70 (originally $59.50; available in sizes 10–36) A button-front striped shirtdress if you're pretty sure the world (and your wardrobe) could use more stripes. Price: $41.70 (originally $69.50; available in sizes 10–36 and in two colors) A crochet-trimmed V-neck dress with the subtly gorgeous details that flowers do best. Just look at the delicate work on those trims! Price: $41.70 (originally $69.50; available in sizes 10–36) A belted leaf maxi dress because sometimes you just want to throw the perfect dress over your head and go. No bedazzling necessary — the V-neck and cute paisley detailing are beautiful all on their own. Price: $25 (originally $69.50; available in sizes 10–36) Or a tasseled leaf print dress if you still want those breezy flower vibes but with a little extra flair on the trim and a relaxed waistline. Price: $41.70 (originally $69.50; available in sizes 10–36) A tropical number you absolutely should wear with a festive belt to really up your aura points when it comes to COLORFUL wardrobe options. Price: $41.70 (originally $69.50; available in sizes 10–28) A perfectly bright floral print satin maxi that is BEGGING to be your plus one to a fancy outdoor soiree. With adjustable straps and pockets, you'll be the prettiest flower at the ball — and the most comfortable. Price: $41.70 (originally $69.50; available in sizes 10–28) A high-low mermaid gown if you're still not over how great the live-action Little Mermaid is and want to bring a touch of whimsy to your I-have-human-legs outings. "My mom said we can play mermaids if it's okay with your mom." Price: $53.70 (originally $89.50; available in sizes 10–36 and in two colors) A bow-shouldered maxi dress because nothing says "warm weather OOTD" quite like a modern take on the classic Disney Princess dress. Price: $44.70 (originally $74.50; available in sizes 10–36) A belted denim maxi to bring some texture to your summer wardrobe while still being extremely comfortable. We especially love an adjustable waist in the summer heat! Price: $41.70 (originally $69.50; available in sizes 10–36 and in pink) A pompom gauze maxi dress straight outta Barbie's Dreamhouse because if there was ever a person who deserved to blast the soundtrack and revel in bright-colored goodness, IT'S YOU. (Go Barbie!) Price: $41.70 (originally $69.50; available in sizes 10–36, tall sizes, and in two colors) A burnout dress because springtime is baby shower season, bridal shower season, and literal shower season, so make sure you look cute *and* don't get your hem wet by throwing this in your cart ~yesterday~. Price: $38.70 (originally $64.50; available in sizes 10–36 and in two colors) An off-the-shoulder tropical dress if you want to be easy, breezy, and STUNNING for flower season. And, yes, it *DOES* have elasticized sleeve cuffs for perfect styling! Price: $38.70 (originally $64.50; available in sizes 12–36) A tank dress so you can give yourself the gift of feeling floaty and comfy and ready for virtually any kind of event: brunch, wedding, baby shower, or just a quick shopping trip. This dress can truly be dressed up or down, so it's an all-around win for your closet! Price: $23.70 (originally $39.50; available in sizes 10–36 and in two colors) A tie-neck midi that looks like it just fell out of Marilyn Monroe's wardrobe with its classic silhouette and romantic, flouncy hemline. Price: $41.70 (originally $69.50; available in sizes 10–36) A metallic print dress — everyone is going to stop and beg for a link, because it's fun and bold while still being the perfect cut for summer. Price: $44.70 (originally $74.50; available in sizes 10–36 and in two colors) A beaded tunic dress to get that bohemian look without the high price tags of ~those brands~ we all know and love. Price: $44.70 (originally $74.50; available in sizes 10–36) And finally, a polka-dot number because there's a reason this pattern has been around forever: It's heckin' cute *and* versatile. (Don't forget those vibey statement earrings!) Price: $41.70 (originally $69.50; available in sizes 10–36)
Newsweek
15 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
How to Get Sydney Sweeney's Bathwater Soap: Competition and Release Date
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Actor Sydney Sweeney has released a limited-edition soap made with water from her own bath, and some fans are in a real lather about the product, desperate to get their hands on it. Sweeney, who starred in the first White Lotus series, partnered with natural body care brand Dr. Squatch to produce Sydney's Bathwater Bliss, priced at around $8 per bar. A promotion campaign is giving away 100 as competition prizes. One keen customer wrote on Instagram: "Made with your actual bath water? Lol. That's awesome! ... Let's go @sydney_sweeney." Not all fans have been impressed though, one saying: "Sydney honey I love you but I don't know about this." Another wrote: "Geez this is literally sad for humanity." The collaboration is soaking up the comments section of Sweeney's Instagram posts. Excited male fans are drooling over the star, and offended feminists are concerned about her "stimulation of the male gaze" and "promotion of a female stereotype." One user appeared to suggest the collaboration could have wider repercussions on gender issues, writing: "we're never making it out of the patriarchy." While Sweeney voiced her excitement about this latest collaboration, she has previously spoken out about the way the world views her body. She told Variety in March 2024: "People feel connected and free to be able to speak about me in whatever way they want, because they believe that I've signed my life away. That I'm not on a human level anymore, because I'm an actor. That these characters are for everybody else, but then me as Sydney is not for me anymore. It's this weird relationship that people have with me that I have no control or say over." Sweeney, 27, is recently single, and has also featured in TV shows including Euphoria and Sharp Objects. Her movies, across a wide range of genres, include rom-com Anyone But You, horror movie Immaculate, and action film Madam Web. A photo of Sydney Sweeney's new bathwater soap for men. A photo of Sydney Sweeney's new bathwater soap for men. Dr Squatch Why Is Sydney Sweeney's Bathwater Being Used in Soap? This collaboration is in response to fan curiosity sparked by a previous advertisement by Dr. Squatch, the men's natural products store. It features Sweeney soaking in a candlelit bathtub, and playful banter from fans about her bathwater, led to the creation of the unconventional product. Dr Squatch wrote in an Instagram announcement: "In collaboration with Sydney Sweeney, we created a limited-edition soap infused with her ACTUAL bathwater. Why? Because y'all wouldn't stop asking. And Sydney said, 'Let's do it.' (what a legend)" The actor is not the first person to commercialize her bathwater. In 2019, an adult content star, Belle Delphine, sold jars of hers for $43 a piece, according to a report by the New York Post. When Will Sydney Sweeney's Soap Be Released Sydney's Bathwater Bliss is set to launch on June 6, 2025, and there will be 100 winners in a competition to get a bar for free. Each bar is crafted with natural ingredients, including exfoliating sand, shea butter, and a touch of Sweeney's bathwater, which Dr. Squatch's website said was "one of nature's finest aphrodisiacs." It has a medium grit level, and the men's care brand said the bar smells like "morning wood," adding this included notes of pine, Douglas fir, and earthy moss. How to Enter The Competition Either follow Dr. Squatch's Instagram account and leave a comment, or you can fill out a form on its website. The product giveaway ends on June 4, and winners will be messaged or emailed from June 6. Dr. Squatch said consumers would also be able to buy the product, although there is a very limited stock, reports saying only 5,000 bars have been made. The men's care brand wrote: "But can I buy one?' Not yet … but we'll have a VERY limited stock when they do drop! Keep an eye out for an announcement." A photo of Sydney Sweeney in the bath holding her new soap product. A photo of Sydney Sweeney in the bath holding her new soap product. Dr Squatch What Happens Next Winners of the competition will find out on June 6, and fans will be able to purchase the product soon Dr. Squatch said, adding it would be providing a further announcement in due course.
Metro
16 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
Sydney Sweeney's bathwater soap isn't the empowering move she thinks it is
I thought we'd put an end to body-scented celebrity products with Gwyneth Paltrow's vagina candle… unfortunately not. This week it was announced that White Lotus star Sydney Sweeney has extended her tie-in with men's soap brand Dr. Squatch (she previously pouted suggestively in a bath in an advert) to make her actual bathwater into a soap. The whole thing has left me feeling, well, dirty, and all in a lather. Because, unlike Gwyneth's candle (which nobody asked for), it feels as if the 27-year-old is selling this product to meet the wishes of the worst, most seedy, parts of her fandom. In fact, Dr. Squatch's reason for making this product is because: 'y'all wouldn't stop asking. And Sydney said, 'Let's do it.' (what a legend)'. But even if online lurkers indeed wouldn't stop asking, Sweeney could have been far more of a legend by saying 'Let's not do it.' Because, while making money off her fans' fetishes might seem like a win for the actress, I can't see it as anything other than a loss. A useful test for whether something is truly empowering is whether those with power are doing it. It's difficult to imagine Sweeney's male equivalent – Timothée Chalamet, say, or Glen Powell – giving the nod to such a seedy project, no matter how many people were campaigning for its creation. And the sad thing is that Sweeney is no airhead that's oblivious to her misogynistic treatment, but is keenly aware of and pained by the oversexualisation she's subjected to. 'People feel connected and free to be able to speak about me in whatever way they want, because they believe that I've signed my life away. That I'm not on a human level anymore, because I'm an actor,' she told Variety. 'It's this weird relationship that people have with me that I have no control or say over.' Since first appearing in Euphoria, her body has been in constant discussion – someone has set up an X account that just shares pictures of her boobs (it has over 30k followers) – and her love life speculated over in a way I thought we'd moved past 20 years ago. And while it could be argued this bathwater soap is her way of taking control, it actually just empowers her fans to realise they can continue to sexualise her and make further demands on the actress to fulfil their desires. I'm far from judging Sweeney from taking on side gigs. She's previously been frank about the motivation for her ventures. 'If I just acted, I wouldn't be able to afford my life in LA. I take deals because I have to,' she told the Hollywood Reporter back in 2022. She's also spoken candidly about her modest beginnings, saying that the pressure on her family to travel back and forth from Washington to LA, and then to move to Hollywood, to support her fledgling film career led to her father going bankrupt and her parents divorcing. Such childhood trauma leaves a lifetime mark, and Sweeney certainly doesn't deserve slut-shaming for her commercial choices. But let's also be clear that this latest move is indeed a choice. Sweeney is a successful and in-demand actor, with Euphoria, Quentin Tarantino's Once Upon a Time… in Hollywood and darkly satirical gem The White Lotus on her sparkling CV. She is said to have earned $750,00 for her role in 2024's Madame Web, the fourth film in Sony's Spider-Man Universe, and her promotional portfolio runs from fashion and skincare to bikinis. In 2024, she reportedly bought a $13.5 million oceanfront Florida mansion, replete with aquarium and 520-bottle wine room. So if she's flogging her bathwater, it's because she wants to – and I think that is a bad decision. Some argue that it turns the tables for women to profit from such objectification. While in the past, the proceeds of starlets trading off their sexuality went largely to male photographers, magazine publishers and so on, today – woo-hoo! – sisters are doing it for themselves! And to some extent, I agree. Well played to the women who take their piece of the pie and become entrepreneurial power players in the Only Fans-ification of fame. More Trending But I also think, especially in this case, that it's not always true. An established star like Sweeney does have control: She could turn down these kind of deals – which I think are degrading – rather than making a buck from the demands of the creepier corners of her fanbase. The star is quoted in the press release as saying, 'It's weird in the best way'. No, Sydney. It's weird in the worst way, and you should wash your hands of this sexy soap venture and earn your money with your skills, not your suds. Do you have a story you'd like to share? Get in touch by emailing Share your views in the comments below. MORE: 11 years on, I'm still mourning comedy legend Rik Mayall MORE: Days after my son's birth, I made a life-changing realisation MORE: Teachers lock the school loos and only let us go once a day — even on our periods
Time of India
17 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
Gap's quarterly sales beat on strong demand for Old Navy, namesake brands
HighlightsGap Inc. reported first-quarter revenue of $3.46 billion, exceeding analysts' expectations of $3.42 billion, and achieved a profit of 51 cents per share compared to the anticipated 45 cents. Under CEO Richard Dickson, Gap Inc. has implemented successful initiatives such as store remodels and trendy clothing partnerships, contributing to a 3 per cent rise in comparable sales at Old Navy and a 5 per cent increase at the Gap brand. Despite the volatile global economic environment and the impact of U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs, Gap Inc. maintained its fiscal 2025 sales forecast of 1 per cent to 2 per cent growth and operating income growth of 8 per cent to 10 per cent. Gap kept its annual forecasts intact after beating Wall Street expectations for first-quarter sales on Thursday as more customers shopped for its Old Navy and namesake brands following a style refresh over the past few quarters. Under CEO Richard Dickson, the company has stabilized sales by implementing initiatives such as remodeling of Gap stores and bringing in trendy clothing. Gap has taken steps including partnerships with actor Parker Posey of the White Lotus TV series and Disney collaborations. The company also launched sports apparel line StudioSmooth under the Old Navy brand and featured more vivid prints and silk clothing at its Banana Republic banner. Comparable sales at Old Navy rose 3%, while at Gap banner it increased 5%. The results come at a time when most retailers including Walmart and Target have struck a cautious tone due to the impact of U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs on global trading partners. Most companies have either withdrawn, cut or stuck to their annual expectations while the global economic environment remains volatile with a U.S. trade court blocking most of Trump's tariffs on Wednesday and an appeals court reinstating them a day later. Gap, which bought less than 10% of its merchandise, by dollar value, from factories in China in fiscal 2024, said it expects incremental costs of about $250 million to $300 million but has strategies to mitigate more than half of that amount. It retained its fiscal 2025 sales forecast of 1 per cent to 2 per cent growth and operating income growth of 8 per cent to 10 per cent. Gap said the forecast does not reflect the potential effect of tariffs. The company's first-quarter revenue rose 2.2 per cent to $3.46 billion, compared with analysts' average estimates of $3.42 billion, according to data compiled by LSEG. It reported a profit of 51 cents per share. Analysts were expecting earnings of 45 cents.
