NO FEMALE WANTS A CLOSEUP OF ANOTHER WOMANS WHOO-HA! This is not what good advertising is supposed to do. Gillette did not create this ad to empower anyone. Available at retailers near you. What ever happened to modesty and privacy? If this is the best your team at Venus can do, its time you replace them! Yet, Gillette still chose to air these commercials despite their obviously controversial nature.Can you imagine what goes through the mind of a child when he or she sees these ads? With the expansion of the collection, the brands #MySkinMyWay commitment continues, celebrating all women and all skin, helping them feel comfortable in their skin by providing solutions to care for their grooming needs, whatever their preferences may be. The current "How to Shave 'Down There'" commercial by Gillette Venus shows a woman explaining and demonstrating how to shave her bikini line. The mons pubus and labia. London-based journalist, Flora Gill, called for entry-level porn for children? However, we know that a year later there is still more work that needs to be done. (Not that I think there *is* an appropriate place for this ad.). We made a song about pubes, sung by pubes to normalize the conversation around pubic hair, and to celebrate our new regimen, Venus for Pubic Hair & Skin. The ideas of respecting sensitivities and curtailing coarseness are priorities of advertisers less and lessto our collective detriment. This is three generations of family caught in the crossfire of Gillettes very public pubic-hair pruning a man, one of his teenage daughters, and his grandson. Unfortunately, advertisers seem to have no bounds as we now see commercials for feminine hygiene products during peak hours which mean many people are probably watching TV & those type of products are the last thing anyone wants to see while eating lunch or dinner. I agree with you, Ct, and so do many others. In any case, the decision to broach topics such as pubic-hair shaving with kids should be made by parents, not a fucking TV commercial. The end result, sure, if thats your thing. To paraphrase a line from Jack Nicholsons character in the film As Good As It Gets: People like you can shave my crotch., Agree with you wholeheartedly my grandson looked at me like what the heck??? Below: A far superior UK ad for a similar Gillette product, the modestly-named Venus Bikini Precision Trimmer: https://thecrankycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/gillette-venus-bikini-precision-bikini-area-hair-removal-commercial-UK.mp4. The campaign aims to normalize conversation around body parts like the pubic areain an effort to make women feel more comfortable about grooming there. They need entry level porn@ A soft core site where everyone asks for consent and no one gets choked etc.. If you trim, or you shave or youre bare down there Thanks for expanding on your position, Anonymous. Agreed, Holly. Im not sure how erections are somehow not related to sex but vibrators are, Fine told The Post at the time, in reference to some mens brands that prominently promoted remedies for erectile dysfunction. Not even the relative higher profile heartburn and diarrhea.pubic hair. We were thrilled to see so many people taking inspiration from The Pube Song last year and feeling empowered to use anatomical terms to describe their bodies, Dana Malcolm, Senior Brand Director, says. In 2019, sex toy company Dame filed suit against New York City subways for pulling out (no pun intended) of a deal to run their risqu posters in trains ads that read, simply, Toys, for sex alongside an image of one of their devices. Submit ONCE per commercial, and allow 48 to 72 hours for your request to be processed. So vote with your dollars, and let your voice be heard on social media. And in the 1950s, you couldn't even say \"pregnant\" on TV. Thats precisely what Gillette and model Nicole R. Rasenti have done in this new TV commercial for the Venus for Pubic Hair and Skin razor. Are you a woman who found this commercial, um, gay? MyAnhNghiem But the bikini bimbos sculpting their bush doesnt? And society goes along with it. Prep for your shave with 2-in-1 Cleanser + Shave Gel, groom with precision with the Pubic Hair & Skin Razor, and maintain your smoothness with Daily Soothing Serum. Are you a print subscriber? The company may push away customers if it continues advertising in a repulsive manner that offends parents. About Us. I bet you are completely wrong about 90% of women buying this productwe are way smarter than that! Right, Scarhide. It cheapens women, treating them like a piece of meat. Excellent review. Gillette Venus For Pubic Hair And Skin Womens Shaving Kit, 1 Venus The 1-minute spot sees our cartoon hairoine perched on a bathtub soap dish, belting out the woes of life as the bodys most maligned cuticle. Television is a mass medium, and advertisers have a responsibility to ensure that their work is appropriate for all audiences to whom it is shown. Activate your account. Check out #ThePubeSong and lets normalize the conversation because its okay to #SayPubic. These inappropriate commercials are airing during prime time when children are likely watching television, so family viewing time is not safe. Advertising does influence and they know this. Its ok to say our name Try and find some solace. Commercials are not programming we have not asked to see them. Advertising is a shotgun, not a rifle. Gillette has a bigger market share that Schick, especially in mens razors. Our Pubic Hair & Skin Starter Kit includes a cleanser, razor and serum. Think again. Venus For Pubic Hair & Skin TV Spot, 'Thin Skin' - iSpot.tv The findings on pubic language are released as the brand launches its new Venus for Pubic Hair & Skin Collection, which includes a razor, exfoliant, shave gel and serum, designed specifically to . This has always been the compact.. Meet The New Way To Care For Down There | Venus For Pubic Hair & Skin The video debuted on Venuss social media channels. Then you missed my point, Anonymous. Seriously, everyone in advertising is so obsessed with creativity and being creative, and then when Schick rolls out a cute visual metaphor (that quite impressively shows off what the product can do), people complain about it. What do you object to them seeing? Something that everyone who shaves does. Personally, I think they should place these ads in magazines or online. https://thecrankycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/gillette-venus-for-pubic-hair-and-skin-tv-commercial.mp4. We will NEVER PURCHASE anything from this company again!!! Women are so disrespected and this commercial is another poignant way to further the lack of respect. I named this blog The Cranky Creative for a reason, and this is one place where you will find truth in advertising. This commercial goes way beyond crossing the line, you wouldnt have a man on there with his leg up shaving his public hair! I believe I explained that in quite some detail in my post. Gillette's new advert stars a singing pubic hair - and it's oddly compelling. Theres nothing diabolical about this little follicle., So take care of your pubic hair. Shes pretending to shave her thigh wearing something with more cover up than a bikini. I wont buy their products again. In a world where schools teach first-graders about masturbation and encourage children as young as age 4 to change their gender identification without their parents consent, I dont see anything wrong with wanting to preserve our kids innocence just a little bit longer. As for your man, perhaps he just ogles the ad because he finds it entertaining to get a rise out of you? I agree. Whats next? Shot gunning on linear TV, no. Too much reality for a family dinner. Have you heard about the private school in Manhattan that received complaints from parents for teaching sex education lessons to first-graders, including masturbation? (Not to mention, the ad employed a clever visual metaphor to show how the product works and compared to this Gillette ad, it was positively adorable.). If the company would like our business, it must no longer air vulgar ads. Thanks. It seems like a very male perspective when it comes to whats appropriate sexually.. When we launched this collection of products last year, we wanted to offer something for every woman and their own unique grooming routine, says Stephanie Niezgoda Moss, R&D Director. Dermatologist and gynecologist tested. Digital channels such as Facebook and YouTube allow advertisers to target prospects with great precision. If you want to make a difference, Anonymous, let your voice be heard. Everything woke turns to shit. My Mother & me were totally shocked and offended to see this commercial. Look at how brave and stunning your tirade is. No, its because the visuals and language used here are clearly outside of accepted norms for television ads that run at all hours of the day. Whats your point, Randy? If your looking for firm foundation of truth and want to have Hope, then look towards Jesus. In May 2021, the brand encouraged people to #SayPubic with the launch of the Venus for Pubic Hair & Skin Collection, an array of hair removal and skincare products that care for the pubic area whether hair is there, gone, or growing. Schick is pandering to a bunch of dudes who cant abide the thought of womens product being advertised without the women in those commercials being sexual objects. In 2022, 'Pubes' are 'in', according to Gillette Venus. Contact Gillette Venus | Venus The ad isnt for men. Advertisers, as our uninvited guests, have a responsibility to know better and to behave better. Marketers increasingly have dared to defy traditional taboos when it comes to personal care, as weve seen in more pushes around menstruation, breastfeeding and grooming. Based on my own online research and an informal survey of people in my circle, this ad for Venus seems to be divisive even among women in the target audience. Im not sure how I feel about that, Anonymous . Oh whats a curl to do So advertisers have a responsibility to behave, and that means showing respect and decorum. Those who dont, stop forcing it into their homes. I agree with Lacey we dont need to see it! To close, I think the bottom line here is that very few TV viewers, male or female, want or need to see people of either sex shaving their crotchal areas on TV. Maybe its just a way for insecure marketing folks to feel like theyre making a difference in the world and not just peddling razors or sports shoes or whatever. Seriously boys, fucking try it. These people are either stupid or driven by some crazy agenda that I dont understand. Thanks for writing, Chris. Who is Gillette trying to appeal to? The thing a lot of advertisers dont get (or maybe they do) is that advertising doesnt just reflect society it also influences it. Its impossible to shift a societal norm that has been in place for centuries overnight! Some hairs should remain private. And maybe thats why you all are having such histrionics. Maybe you should deal with some larger issues than pithy crap like this. I was shocked but then was disappointed immediately, expecting the first labia on TV commercials. The complaint seems to be that a quick cut of a woman shaving her thigh makes them feel awkward in front of their children and older relatives? Its quite shocking, especially around children. Its awkward, Embarrassing, and down right disrespectful. Now, Gillette Venus is jumping into the bikini line fray by encouraging consumers to say pubic.. Finally an adult assessment. Not you! I hate ALL pubic hair ads. It gently exfoliates to remove dead skin and wash away sebum, dirt, and oils on the skins surface that can lead to trapped or ingrown hairs. Specifically designed to work with thick hair If youre not down with the raw visuals and explicit language of Gillettes Venus for Pubic Hair and Skin razor ads, then give those mens razors a try. These ads are horrible. These ads are so suggestive and disgraceful in their attempt to normalize the discussion of pubic hair on prime-time television. Tampons? I guess if youre into hiking through the forests to get to your objective.. Then by all means, go for it!! Or better still, display them in a supermarket. Remedies for thrush, constipation, impotence, incontinence, spots, boils, weird smells, graphic periods, you name it, weve got it. Why not just remove the panties and show us the goods? Submissions should come only from actors, their parent/legal guardian or casting agency. Gillette Venus had conducted a female consumer survey about the use of anatomical terms such as "pubic." It found that nearly half of them believed it feels more accurate to use such terms. It may sound cynical, but its really no more profound or complicated than that. Its too personal and somethings need to stay behind closed doors. Razor + 2 blade refills with patented irritation Defense Bar. This ad needs to be pulled. The ad is not overly sexualized. Product Features Refill Features Handle Features Patented Irritation Defense Bar for a smooth shave with blades that barely touch the skin Is this really the direction we want to take society!? This is ridiculous. PACJCP, I would be pissed off, too, and Ive sent Gillette a tweet to let them know about it. If Gillette only ever ran this ad after 9 p.m. or during shows with mature content that are already aimed at adult audiences, I would have less of a problem with it. For a closer shave, reapply shave gel and carefully shave against the direction of the hair growth. And I wasnt missing your point, I just dont agree. Its absolutely creative and well produced. Those things are subjective. Gillette adverts are most commonly known for their chisel-jawed male models, women flaunting silky-smooth legs, and "best a man can get" slogan. That ad too drew plenty of criticism, but to the best of my knowledge, it only aired after prime-time viewing hours or during shows intended for mature audiences. Radiant Skin. We all know how a razor works. You're an aspiring musician and you finally book a spot..and it's an awful rap about pubic hair. As the model in this ad probably isnt the best choice for connecting with the widest audience, digital would be a great strategy here. Children dont need to see this!! Gillette Venus Launches New Venus for Pubic Hair & Skin Collection and ), or that the models here are intended to titillate men any more than the edgy hipster in the Gillette ad. "Its Time to Care (For Your Pubic Hair) is one of the current commercials being aired by Gillette Venus. Or sing it. This is advertisers unspoken compact with viewers. But the little hair finds joy in meeting and singing with hairs of every length, age and hue as she spreads the message of pubic pride across an animated beach city. Ill fucking wait. Its a contradictory turn for an industry that for the past century has urged women to remove or obscure all hair that wasnt sitting neatly atop their head. And then theres the big twist: it was a contest! It contains the following: 1) razor and refills: The patented irritation defense bar and optimally spaced blades allow the blades to cut hair while barely . The 1-minute spot sees our cartoon hair. Gillette Venus wants you to say the word "pube" so much that the brand made an entire song and illustrated video about it. Privacy? pH balanced. And theres not one God damn thing wrong with it. Is it because it is near her vagina? It gently exfoliates to remove dead skin and wash away sebum, dirt, and oils on the skin's surface that can lead to trapped or ingrown hairs. touch my friend You may unsubscribe at any time. I suspect that the people who complained loudest about this ad were not in the target market and would not have bought the product anyway. Most razor and shaving products opt for a spa. You need to keep some things private. Have you not seen it while watching CNN or MSNBC? Venus x Animal Crossing. Gently press down on the razor, pull the skin taut and shave in short, steady strokes in the direction of the hair growth. Im guessing women will have to figure it out for themselves. I also agree that shavers for men are cheaper, better and last longer. Why dont they show men shaving their hairs down there? If you dont know what a razor is used for.. well then youre too young. Youll find them on Twitter at @Gillette and @GilletteVenus and on Fakebook at https://www.facebook.com/gillettevenus. Its impossible to shift a societal norm that has been in place for centuries overnight!, Need a credit fix? You sound like a person who has suffered a lot. Free Shipping at $35. And if these companies are thinking they are being forward thinking showing the truth of shaving behind bathroom doors, then why dont they show spouses shaving their husbands backs. We were thrilled to see so many people taking inspiration from The Pube Song last year and feeling empowered to use anatomical terms to describe their bodies, said Dana Malcolm, senior brand director at Procter & Gamble, in a statement. Even in this voyeuristic world, theres no need to be see things that weve been doing for ages. See all Cranky ad reviews | Go back to blog home page | Subscribe for free. The Venus for Pubic Hair & Skin Collection offers the most complete regimen for womens pubic regions. Tell Gillette what you think on its Facebook and Twitter pages. NEWS FLASH, LADIES! I would think that with your world view, where children are being taught to masturbate and change their genders, that a woman shaving her legs in a commercial would register at about a 2 on a scale of 10. (like you couldn't have before? Your response is a little ugly and insulting for a lady (I assume) who is concerned with how explicit a razor commercial is. What once was not ok is now ok. What once was bad is now good. Go natural!! This year, the hair returns, accompanied by rapper Princess Nokia for a new tune thats more pop than Broadway. Email:ntarko@hellommc.com, Gillette Venus Drops an Encore to Its Viral Pube Song, Partnering with Princess Nokia to Inspire You to #SayPubic, Internet Explorer presents a security risk. Gillette Venus and Princess Nokia Talk Proper Self Care With Another Adorable Singing Pube The brand continues its '#SayPubic' campaign in a collaboration with the rapper In "It's Time to Care. But when they got one look at me soothing moisture to help reduce itch in intimate areas. it sounds like youre jealous because its a real woman whos attractive and youre threatened, its 2021 lol this commercial should be the least of your concerns. provide a protective layer of glide to help prevent shaving irritation, Edit: No joke, Gillettes already done the trans thing: https://adland.tv/adnews/gillette-first-shave-transgender-son-2019-30-usa. I love that Venus is using all means necessary to get people comfortable with saying pubic, says Princess Nokia, co-writer and featured artist. Gillette Venus Made a Song Dedicated to Pubic Hair | POPSUGAR Beauty Kids DO NOT need to be exposed to this Check out our FAQ Page. Venus acknowledges not just any razor will do for shaving where your skin is most sensitive -- which is why its developed its Venus razor for pubic hair and skin with its patented irritation defense bar, offering a smooth shave where blades barely touch skin. Ive never liked the brand. The colors are more subdued, more realistic. If I was going to buy a product like this, I would rather be convinced to buy it by reading what it actually does or by reviews of people who already have used it so I can hear what their experiences were as far as product quality and effectiveness to make my decision rather than watch some woman looking at herself in the mirror, dancing around, and standing outside with her friend. If youd read my review, youd know that my main problem with this ad is that it runs at all hours of the day, during all kinds of programming, in front of all audiences. Oh, Art. Made without parabens, dyes, fragrance, and silicones. As seen on TV/YouTube in 2022. I wrote to Gillette a few weeks ago. You must be from an older generation someone over 30 who isnt obsessed with everyone having a right to shove their crotches and hairy armpits and pregnant man-bellies into everyone elses business.
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