There's a whole host of bonkers rules put in place on some of these series from underwear rationing to contestants being banned from self pleasuring on dating shows. In addition, contestants are filmed 24/7, with many areas (including the mansion) not having air conditioning to ensure clear audio. In another bizarre rule, contestants aren't actually allowed to eat at all when on dates. Former contestant Sean Lowe has previously said: 'No one looks good eating, and microphones pick up all kinds of chomping.' In series one producers went one step further when it came to the authenticity of camp life and banned deodorant.

Source: Daily Mail March 29, 2026 14:22 UTC