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| SCP-XXX prior to testing |
Item #: SCP-XXX
Object Class: Safe
Special Containment Procedures: SCP-XXX is to be sealed in an airtight plastic bag and stored in a Basic Containment Locker within Sector 25. Access code is restricted to Level 3 Research Staff and above.
Test proposals must be authorised by at least two (2) Level 3 Research Staff. Testing suspended as of ██/██/20██. (We've learned all we can from this, any further experimentation would just be a waste of time, resources and D-Class. - Dr. ████)
Description: SCP-XXX appears to be a "███████" brand men's razor, specifically the "██████ ██████" model. SCP designation applies to the main handle only; replacing the blade has shown no effect to its anomalous properties (See Experiment Log XXX-E-03). Object displays small imperfections consistent with reasonable wear-and-tear, as well as several larger marks acquired during initial material analysis and subsequent testing (See Experiment Log XXX-E-01/05).
The psychological aspect of SCP-XXX's anomalous properties arises when directly handled by an adult human (henceforth designated 'Subject'). Upon contact, Subject will be compelled to utilise SCP-XXX for its intended purpose (male subjects will invariably start by shaving the face/neck area, female Subjects have shown this compulsion in rare cases but have typically begun with legs/genital region). During and after use, Subject will express enjoyment and approval of SCP-XXX's performance, often claiming that it is "the best shave (they have) ever had." This behaviour has been designated Phase One.
Upon completion of Phase One, Subject will briefly hesitate to appreciate SCP-XXX's performance. After a period of between approximately █ and ██ seconds, Subject will appear dissatisfied, at which point they will proceed to shave other areas of their body, moving onto arms/legs, chest/stomach and genital region as appropriate, eventually tackling more difficult/delicate areas such as the head, fingers, toes and eyelashes. This behaviour has been designated Phase Two and will continue until Subject is satisfied that they have removed all hair from their body. Completion time is dependent upon both amount of hair removed and Subject's satisfaction.
During Phase Two, Subject may display behaviour typical of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (mild anxiety, repeatedly shaving a single area or insisting upon a particular number of strokes). In this instance, the physical aspect of SCP-XXX's anomalous properties will become apparent; repeatedly shaved areas will show no signs of expected skin irritation and any lacerations or grazes incurred will not bleed. Subject will neither display nor express any physical discomfort.
Upon release/removal of SCP-XXX, appropriate skin irritation will begin to appear and any lacerations/grazes will bleed as expected.
Addendum XXX-1: In ██% of tests, Subjects have expressed satisfaction upon completion of Phase Two and and relinquished possession of SCP-XXX. The remaining ██% [DATA REDACTED: SEE EXPERIMENT LOG XXX-E-07].
*Experiment Log XXX-E-01*
Staff: Dr. ████, Junior Researcher ████
Subject: N/A
Purpose: General Materials/Destructibility Testing
Test Record: SCP-XXX determined to be comprised of standard materials consistent with make and model (plastic, polished chrome).
Conclusion: No surprises there; still, better safe than sorry. █████ got a bit carried away, took a pretty hefty sliver from the underside. Gave her the usual 'due care and attention' routine. - Dr. ████
*Experiment Log XXX-E-02*
Staff: Dr. ████, Junior Researcher ████
Subject: D-7892 (Male, 27, 6'3", 197lbs - short-cropped hair, moderate stubble)
Purpose: Confirm Anomalous Properties reported by field agent.
Test Record:
00:12 - SCP-XXX introduced to testing room remotely. Subject instructed to pick it up, complies.
00:15 - Subject expresses admiration for SCP-XXX, claims it is "better than the cheap [EXPLETIVE REDACTED] we usually get given".
00:24 - Subject appears to view his reflection in the two-way mirror, shrugs and begins using SCP-XXX, starting with his neck and experimenting with various facial hair styles before opting for a clean shave.
05:17 - Subject admires his reflection, stating, "best damn shave I ever had."
05:27 - Subject suddenly appears dissatisfied, appears to talk to himself at a level the testing room's microphone is unable to pick up (Video analyst later able to identify the words "not enough").
05:30 - Subject begins to shave eyebrows, then moves on to hair line. Anomalous properties confirmed at this point.
06:42 - Subject is instructed to drop SCP-XXX into the retrieval chute; expresses reluctance, claiming that he "[has] to keep going". Subject is reminded of the consequences of non-compliance; grudgingly drops SCP-XXX into the retrieval chute. Upon loss of contact, Subject notices his reflection and displays shock and distress with regard to his physical appearance ("what the ████?! I look like a ████ing ██████! Ohh man, why did you let me keep going?!").
Conclusion: It appears that at least part of Agent ████████'s initial hypothesis has been confirmed. - Dr. ████
*Experiment Log XXX-E-03*
Staff: Dr. ████, Junior Researcher ████
Subject: D-7952 (Male, 24, 5'11", 158lbs - medium-long hair, moderate stubble)
Purpose: Compositional Test - Original blade head to be replaced with non-anomalous duplicate during test.
Test Record:
00:09 - SCP-XXX introduced to testing room remotely. Subject instructed to pick it up, complies with a degree of hesitancy.
00:12 - Subject inquires as to the nature of the test.
00:17 - Subject views reflection in two-way mirror, states, "████ it, why not" and begins typical shaving routine, hereby designated Phase One.
03:16 - Phase one completed. Subject admires self in mirror.
03:20 - Replacement blade head introduced to testing room remotely, Subject instructed to substitute SCP-XXX's current head with replacement; complies.
03:27 - Subject once again inquires as to the nature of the test.
03:59 - Subject begins to appear dissatisfied, examines right arm, looks at SCP-XXX.
04:09 - Subject commences shaving right arm. Test concluded and Subject instructed to drop SCP-XXX into retrieval chute; complies.
Conclusion: Designation SCP-XXX confirmed to apply to the handle only. That's useful. - Dr. ████
*Experiment Log XXX-E-04*
-Lady Person Test-
*Experiment Log XXX-E-05*
-Monkey Test-
*Experiment Log XXX-E-06*
-[REDACTED FOR BREVITY]-
*Experiment Log XXX-E-07*
-OH GOOD GOD THE SQUICK.-