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‘We will continue to represent men at their best’: Gillette’s backflip after ‘toxic masculinity’...
NEWS.COM.AU ^ | 8/23/2019 | FRANK CHUNG

Posted on 08/22/2019 4:29:33 PM PDT by RummyChick

Razor brand Gillette says it is “shifting the spotlight from social issues to local heroes” after an ad delving into “toxic masculinity” caused a customer backlash.

The new ad, which launched last week, stars Australian firefighter and personal trainer Ben Ziekenheiner. “I’ve been a firefighter for 19 years,” Mr Ziekenheiner says in the ad.

“People sometimes ask if it’s scary. It can be, but like anyone who has a job to do, you prepare — not just in terms of your equipment but also mentally and physically.”

The ad spruiks the brand’s SkinGuard range, highlighting the issue of sensitive skin for men who shave every day — including firefighters, who are required to be clean-shaven as it enables a proper seal for their breathing mask.

“We have a very clear strategy when it comes to how we authentically connect with our consumers,” said Manu Airan, associate brand director for Gillette Australia and New Zealand.

“We will continue to talk about what is important to Gillette and that is representing men at their best and helping men do their best. That is not changing. We will continue to do that and demonstrate it in different ways.”

(Excerpt) Read more at news.com.au ...


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To: dsrtsage

“Fuqum”

I like that.


101 posted on 09/08/2019 4:55:28 PM PDT by krunkygirl
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To: RummyChick
“We have a very clear strategy when it comes to how we authentically connect with our consumers,”

I used to a consumer of your products, but no longer. I was in a big box store Saturday to pick up some personal hygiene products and made it point to NOT buy any Gillette products. They could give product away and I won't take it.

102 posted on 09/08/2019 4:58:30 PM PDT by Fzob
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To: RummyChick

F you, you evil *%icks. Bad behavior can never be rewarded.


103 posted on 09/08/2019 5:01:12 PM PDT by deadrock
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