Influencer Laura Henshaw’s shock admission about bra washing

Popular podcaster Laura Henshaw has revealed how often she washes her bra, sparking a fevered internet debate.

A popular influencer has made a candid confession about how often she puts her bra through the wash – and some people have been left disgusted.

Laura Henshaw, who runs wellness and fitness company Kic with Steph Claire Smith, opened up during an episode of their podcast.

“How often am I meant to be washing my bra, because I genuinely don’t,” Laura said, before Steph jumped in and asked how often Laura actually washed hers.

“Maybe once a month I reckon.”

Laura Henshaw revealed she only washes her bra once a month. Picture: Instagram

Steph was shocked, before Laura explained bras were harder to wash and if the bra had a longer lifespan there was no need to wash it as often.

Social media users were divided on whether Laura was right, with some declaring they wash the item every day and others said they were lucky if it made it to the washing machine once a month.

“I wear a new one every day and chuck it in the wash bin everyday,” one social media user said.

Laura runs Kic with Steph Claire Smith. Picture: Instagram

Another said: “Once every two weeks or so. But I also don't wear the same bra every day so it doesn't get dirty or smelly.”

“I reckon once a week is more than enough unless sports bra of course,” one said.

One user shared: “Depends on a lot of things I reckon. I sweat a lot at work and end up smelling like food so generally every couple of days I alternate.”

Many agreed with her. Picture: Instagram

“OMG what are you all doing!!? I wash mine every two to three wears but I have a couple of different one so they get swapped out,” one disgusted social media user said.

Another added: “Well people – I have a 10FF and u cant (sic) buy those in your regular stores so the average bra cost me a minimum $70 so I’m with her. Probs once a month.”

According to the experts at Everyday Health, bras are a breeding ground for dirt, sweat and dead skin cells that should be washed every two to four wears.

“Though increase that to more often if you were sweating a lot when wearing it or are experiencing skin irritation or infection in the area around your breasts,” the expert said.