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content warning: self harm

Recently, we gifted a guest at an event a safety razor and blades. In full transparency, it hadn’t crossed our minds that our product could be triggering to some. For this guest, it was.

It was an important reminder that self-care means different things to different people, and that it can run much deeper than rituals like lighting candles or running a bath.

We wanted to take a moment to acknowledge this, and to share resources in case our products ever do feel triggering for anyone.

At Well Kept, we’ve always set out to create everyday essentials that support routine and ritual, while being gentler on the earth. Sustainability has been at the core of what we do from the beginning, and we try to make choices that align with that intention as closely as possible.

The safety razor is one of those choices. The handle is designed to last a lifetime, and the blades are plastic-free and recyclable. From an environmental standpoint, it’s a meaningful improvement over disposable alternatives.

At the same time, we recognize that blades can be associated with self-harm for some people, and that handling or even having them in the home may feel unsafe or distressing.

Self-harm refers to intentional injury to one’s own body without suicidal intent. For those with lived experience, everyday objects like razor blades can carry associations that make them difficult or impossible to engage with safely.

We acknowledge that a safety razor is not the right choice for everyone, and we respect that completely.

There can be a lot of pressure these days to make “perfect” sustainable choices, but we don’t believe sustainability should ever come at the expense of someone’s mental health or sense of safety. The most important thing is that people feel supported in making the right decision for themselves.

If a safety razor isn’t that choice for you, that is completely okay.

If you or someone you know needs support

If you are struggling or in crisis, please consider reaching out for help:

Canada

• Call or text 988 (Suicide Crisis Helpline)
• Québec: 1-866-277-3553

United States

• Call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline)

United Kingdom

• Samaritans: 116 123

Australia

• Lifeline: 13 11 14

If you are elsewhere, you can find local crisis support services through your country’s emergency or health resources.

As always, we appreciate your feedback and are here if you have any questions or want to reach out.