1951 Listerine Antiseptic Ad - "Before every date... LISTERINE ANTISEPTIC... it's Breath Taking!"

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This vintage advertisement for Listerine Antiseptic highlights the social embarrassment caused by halitosis (bad breath) and positions Listerine as an essential precaution for fresh breath, especially before social events like dates. The ad uses a dramatic scenario to emphasize the importance of fresh breath and encourages readers to use Listerine regularly for confidence and lasting freshness.

Brand: Listerine
Product: Listerine Antiseptic
Tagline: Before every date... LISTERINE ANTISEPTIC... it's Breath Taking!
Publication: The Saturday Evening Post
Year: 1951

Objects in the advertisement: man, woman, dancing couple, two women talking, table, cactus, mountains

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