Advert for razors shows topless NB model with mastectomy scars

[SapphosRock]

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.

Also increased and thicker body hair.

Oh I know, I have the random wiry chin hairs to prove it.

I can't say that I've ever noticed anyone with visible scarring from breast enlargement being used to advertise razors. Did you have an example in mind?

That’s your problem…the fact the model has scars? what’s wrong with having scars?

what’s wrong with having scars?

It's glamorising self-harm, particularly the reference to super sharp razor blades. Most people who have self-harmed or knows someone who has will immediately think of cutting.

I just cancelled, and told them why.

I don’t see how it is glamourising self harm because self harm is harm done by yourself to yourself. It’s not scars left behind due to surgery or pregnancy.

Many people believe cutting off healthy body parts is a form of self harm.

I don’t see how it is glamourising self harm because self harm is harm done by yourself to yourself. It’s not scars left behind due to surgery or pregnancy.

An elective double mastectomy of healthy breasts is an act of self-harm. As is starving yourself. As is drinking to excess.

Anorexic models shouldn't be used to advertise diet pills.

Alcoholic models shouldn't be used to advertise alcohol.

Self-harming models shouldn't be used to advertise razor blades.

Aside from the obvious scars, there is this visible scar.

The model looks like they have cutting scars visible on the lower arms.

Advertising razor blades with visible self harm scars = “edgy” I guess but also fucking irresponsible.

It's heartbreaking. But delightful for men who hate women.