Watchly Safety Review

Do Water Repellent Shoes Actually Work?

MrBeast

11:38 · 132.8M views · June 22, 2018

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Some ConcernsReviewed June 2026

4Moderate Concerns

3Minor Flags

This episode is safe for most kids aged 13 and up, but it contains strong language, crude humor, and sexual references that may not be suitable for younger viewers. The video is entertaining and encourages critical thinking about product claims, as MrBeast repeatedly shows the spray doesn't work as advertised. However, the immature tone and risky behavior (like burning memes indoors) require parental guidance.

Content Breakdown · 7 Categories

Strong & Crude LanguageSome

The video contains multiple instances of strong language, including the f-word (partially censored in transcript as '[ __ ]'), crude bathroom humor, and a derogatory comparison ('as good at repelling water as I am women'). The language is used casually and for comedic effect, which may be inappropriate for younger viewers.

See evidence (3)

“they've [ __ ] used a paper towel before”

“Not quite sure what the [ __ ] you're looking at”

“as good at repelling water as I am women”

Sexual References & Suggestive ContentSome

The video includes a crude sexual reference comparing water repellency to the creator's success with women, and a joke about peeing in waterproof underwear that has sexualized undertones. While not explicit, these references are suggestive and inappropriate for young children.

See evidence (3)

“as good at repelling water as I am women”

“if I spray this stuff on my underwear, can I just pee in them all the time and it stay dry?”

“Chris, some of my pee fell on the underwear. You've got some pretty thick pee.”

Parasocial & Emotional ManipulationA little

The video includes mild parasocial elements such as 'SUBSCRIBE OR I TAKE YOUR DOG' in the description and 'We're the strongest, most littest family on the internet' which creates a false sense of community. However, these are brief and not heavily manipulative.

See evidence (2)

“SUBSCRIBE OR I TAKE YOUR DOG”

“We're the strongest, most littest family on the internet”

Toxic Behavior ModelingA little

The video models some mildly toxic behavior, such as joking about peeing in underwear and bed sheets as a prank, and the 'SUBSCRIBE OR I TAKE YOUR DOG' threat. However, these are presented as obvious jokes and not serious harmful actions.

See evidence (2)

“if I spray this stuff on my underwear, can I just pee in them all the time and it stay dry?”

“SUBSCRIBE OR I TAKE YOUR DOG”

Human Objectification & Sexualizing LanguageA little

The video includes a mild instance of human objectification with the line 'as good at repelling water as I am women,' which reduces women to a metric of success. This is brief but present.

See evidence (1)

“as good at repelling water as I am women”

Engagement Baiting & Manipulative CTAsSome

The video uses engagement-baiting tactics including 'SUBSCRIBE OR I TAKE YOUR DOG' in the description, which is a coercive and manipulative call-to-action. This is a clear attempt to pressure viewers into subscribing.

See evidence (1)

“SUBSCRIBE OR I TAKE YOUR DOG”

Low-Quality, Extreme & Stunt ContentSome

The video contains elements of stunt-driven content, such as spraying water repellent on underwear and bed sheets for shock value, and attempting to walk on water with repellent-coated flip-flops. These are gimmicky stunts designed for entertainment rather than substance.

See evidence (2)

“if I spray this stuff on my underwear, can I just pee in them all the time and it stay dry?”

“Will water repellent on my feet allow me to walk on water?”

What Parents Need to Know

This video is a comedic stunt video by MrBeast, testing a water repellent spray in exaggerated and humorous ways. It includes strong language (e.g., 'what the [ __ ]'), crude humor (e.g., jokes about peeing in underwear and waterproofing diapers), and sexual references (e.g., 'as good at repelling water as I am women'). There is also risky behavior like burning memes indoors without a fire alarm and testing products in unsafe ways. On the positive side, the video encourages curiosity and critical thinking about product claims, as MrBeast repeatedly shows that the spray doesn't work as advertised. Kids may learn to question marketing hype, but the overall tone is immature and focused on shock value.

Talk to Your Kids About

1Why do you think the water repellent spray didn't work as shown in the original video? What does that teach us about online ads?
2The video includes jokes about peeing in underwear and waterproofing diapers. Why might those jokes be inappropriate for younger viewers?
3MrBeast burned memes indoors without a fire alarm. What are the dangers of doing that in real life?
4What did you learn about how water repellent sprays actually work from this video?

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What's This Video About?

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Frequently Asked Questions

What age is this video appropriate for?

The video is recommended for ages 13 and up due to strong language, crude humor, and sexual references.

Does the video contain strong language or crude humor?

Yes, the video contains strong language (e.g., 'what the [ __ ]') and crude humor, including jokes about peeing in underwear and waterproofing diapers.

Is the video educational?

The video is primarily entertainment and stunt-based, with no real educational value about water repellent technology. It focuses on humorous experiments rather than factual explanations.

Are there any sexual references in the video?

Yes, there are sexual references, such as jokes about peeing in underwear and waterproofing diapers, which may be inappropriate for younger children.

Does the video show any dangerous behavior?

The video includes risky behavior like burning memes indoors without a fire alarm and testing products in unsafe ways, which could encourage imitation.

What is the main content of the video?

The video is a comedic stunt video by MrBeast, testing a water repellent spray in exaggerated and humorous ways. It is not a serious product review.