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Dove Faces Backlash for Male Model in Women's Ad

5/14/2025

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Dove sparked outrage by featuring a male model in a women's hair product advertisement, igniting accusations of sidelining women. Social media erupted with a mix of laughter and fury, as many vowed to boycott the brand. Critics pointed to Dove's trend of including trans-identifying individuals in their campaigns, fueling calls for alternatives like Jeremy’s Razors.

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Dove sparked outrage by featuring a male model in a women's hair product advertisement, igniting accusations of sidelining women. Social media erupted with a mix of laughter and fury, as many vowed to boycott the brand. Critics pointed to Dove's trend of including trans-identifying individuals in their campaigns, fueling calls for alternatives like Jeremy’s Razors.