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Scarification - Extreme Body Modifications for Ritual and Pleasure

Scarification involves cutting in image into the skin and purposely irritating the wound to encourage scarring during the healing process. Due to the fact that this is potentially dangerous, it is very important that you seek out a skilled professional and learn what to expect.
Scarification FAQ from BME
There isn't a more complete or trustworthy FAQ to be found on the 'net. This FAQ describes the different methods of scarification, the risks involved and also other reliable resources you can turn to for more information and branding services.
Scarification by Scarab Body Arts
This page doesn't have a lot of information, but it does display some excellent photos of professionally executed scarring.
Scarification, Then and Now - National Geographic
National Geographic takes a look at the origins of scarification and traces this modern day adornment back to ancient ritual.
Scarification Aftercare by Precision Body Arts
Scarifications are prone to becoming infection if they are not very well cared for during the healing process. Precision Body Arts provides safe care instructions for your new scarring.
Nipples And More - Scarification
Information on the cutting procedure and how it produces scarification.

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