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Scarification

Scarification is a form of permanent body modification in which scars are deliberately inflicted in patterns, symbols, or lines. Within BDSM, this is only done with full consent and by specialized body modification artists.

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Related terms

• Scarving
• Branding
• Cutting
• Blood sports

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