Man Goes Viral After Using Dawn Dish Soap As Body Wash: “If it’s good enough for baby ducks, it’s good enough for me”
COLUMBIA, SOUTH CAROLINA – One dad’s hilarious approach to hygiene has gone viral after his son shared that he’s been using Dawn dish soap as body wash, declaring, “If it’s good enough for baby ducks, it’s good enough for me.”
The viral post, shared by Matt Van Swol, featured a photo of a bottle of Dawn dish soap sitting in his parents’ shower — sparking laughter across social media.
“My wife found this bottle of Dawn dish soap sitting in my parent’s shower,” Van Swol wrote on X (formerly Twitter). “Apparently, my dad uses it to wash his entire body because: ‘If it’s good enough for baby ducks, it’s good enough for me.’ Absolute legend.”
The post, which originated on the r/madlads subreddit, quickly racked up thousands of upvotes, with users calling the father “a national treasure” and “a man of logic and efficiency.”
A Dad Logic Moment That Broke the Internet
The photo shows a hand holding a classic blue bottle of Dawn Ultra dishwashing liquid — the same brand famously used in wildlife rescues to clean oil-covered animals.
Fans of the brand immediately recognized the reasoning behind the dad’s choice. Dawn’s marketing campaigns often feature rescued baby ducks being cleaned with the soap’s gentle formula, a fact the father apparently took to heart.
“Honestly, the man isn’t wrong,” one commenter wrote.
“He’s saving money and saving the planet,” another joked.
“Just waiting for the next post: ‘Dad’s skin smoother than ever,’” quipped a third.
Can You Really Use Dish Soap on Skin?
While many found the story hilarious, dermatologists might not recommend making it a habit. According to Cleveland Clinic experts, dish soaps like Dawn are designed to remove grease and oil — great for dishes, but potentially harsh on skin with repeated use.
Still, social media users couldn’t help admiring the dad’s practicality. Some even confessed to doing similar things themselves.
“My grandpa used to clean his hands with engine degreaser after yard work,” one Redditor admitted. “This guy’s just the modern version.”
The Internet Declares: “Mad Dad Energy”
The post quickly spread beyond Reddit, with people on X and Instagram dubbing it peak “dad logic.”
“This is the same energy as using WD-40 for everything,” one person joked.
“If I had to pick one man to survive an apocalypse, it’d be him,” another added.
The phrase “If it’s good enough for baby ducks, it’s good enough for me” has since been shared widely — appearing on memes, coffee mugs, and even fan art.
While most dads are known for their questionable DIY projects and backyard grills, this one may have earned his title as the internet’s most practical legend.
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