Translating the Eczema Bathing Study: why context and infection burden matter

British Journal of Dermatology 2026

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Authors: Tristen T W Ng, A. B. Bowen, Jacinta Walton, Bernadette M. Ricciardo
DOI: 10.1093/bjd/ljag138
Cited by: 1
References: 7

Abstract

We respond to Bradshaw et al.’s Eczema Bathing Study and its commentary, which report no clinically important difference in eczema symptoms between weekly and daily bathing over 4 weeks. We highlight that translating a ‘preference-led bathing frequency’ message requires caution in settings with high burdens of skin infection, where bathing also serves infection-control goals. We propose future trials and guidance incorporate infection-related endpoints alongside symptom measures to support equity-sensitive implementation.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Dermatology and Skin Diseases Contact Dermatitis and Allergies Advancements in Transdermal Drug Delivery

Publication details

Journal / source
British Journal of Dermatology
Publisher
Oxford University Press (OUP)
Volume
195
Issue
1
Pages
189–190
Publication date
9 April 2026
Language
EN