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Advert for razors shows topless NB model with mastectomy scars

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SapphosRock · 12/06/2022 16:09

This isn't a cancer survivor but a trans / non-binary model. I'm all for positive representation in advertising from the LGBTQ community but this one feels irresponsible.

In particular advertising 'super sharp razor blades' using a model with visible scars. Some might view them as self-harm scars.

We seem to be normalising double mastectomies, or turning it into a fashion statement.

Advert for razors shows topless NB model with mastectomy scars
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beastlyslumber · 12/06/2022 16:45

That's upsetting to see.

teawamutu · 12/06/2022 16:43

AlsoknownasOther · 12/06/2022 16:39

When judging other people living their lives, please remember...
On some women

  1. Short hair doesn't equal gender issues
And/or
  1. Armpit hair doesn't equal gender issues
And/or
  1. A double mastectomy doesn't equal gender issues or cancer survivor

True, although given current debate and climate I'm pretty sure I know what the advert agenda is.

Highlyquestionablehoumous · 12/06/2022 16:40

Double mastectomies as a fashion accessory for young women - so progressive!

Jesus Christ, what is going to become of these girls in 20 years time?

AlsoknownasOther · 12/06/2022 16:39

When judging other people living their lives, please remember...
On some women

  1. Short hair doesn't equal gender issues
And/or
  1. Armpit hair doesn't equal gender issues
And/or
  1. A double mastectomy doesn't equal gender issues or cancer survivor
teawamutu · 12/06/2022 16:38

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Roystonv · 12/06/2022 16:36

Do you feel this has to be in this topic op? Might be goady but a wider audience wouldn't harm in seeing what mutilation is occurring for non medical reasons. What do others think.

Roystonv · 12/06/2022 16:31

Oh dear that is very unsettling and just downright weird for an advert. Just who are they aiming it at; what is their intention. A marketing campaign should appeal to as wide an audience as possible but this is such a minority; needs investigation, who are the company?

SirSamVimesCityWatch · 12/06/2022 16:24

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iCorvidae · 12/06/2022 16:17

I saw this, and agree - its inappropriate

It reminded me of the awful snag tights advertising

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SapphosRock · 12/06/2022 16:14

I guess someone transitioning from FTM would need to shave their face...

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FlibbertyGiblets · 12/06/2022 16:13

I saw it earlier and didn't understand what the image and the product were supposed to be promoting together.

ChandlersDad · 12/06/2022 16:10

Yeah this appeared on my Facebook feed. I don’t really understand why it would make me buy a razor Confused