WhitneyChemical Scarification
February 4th 2009 18:15
There are different forms of scarification, one of which is chemical scarification. Esentially, a chemical reaction is used to further irritate a wound caused by another means, typically cutting. Sometimes chemical scarification is used to directly produce the wound.
For the most part, the wound is caused by cutting, usually a scalpel, then a chemical irritant is added to the cut to ensure that a heavy and raised scar is created. The initial chemical is usually a soap but can be formaldehyde.
There are other cases, where the chemical is used to directly cause the scar pattern. This process usually includes the following steps.
1. The area is shaved, washed and prepared.
2. The pattern is blocked on the skin with a water-proof and chemical-resistant material, typically with Saran Wrap, Vaseline, or even tape (duct tape).
3. The chemical is added to the negative spaces within the blocked area.
4. The chemical is left on the skin for 2 to 10 minutes before being rinsed off or neutralized.
There are different chemicals that can be used that are strong enough to cause the initial scarring. Generally, hydrochloric acid, sulfuric acid, sodium hydroxide lye caustic soda, and potassium hydroxide, should not be used for chemical scarification, although you would think that they would be great choices.
In order for either a base or an acid to work, it will need to be dissolved in water. In a liquid form, it can be pretty hard to control when placing the chemical exactly on the patterned area.
Another potential concern by using the above chemicals is that they can cause a burn far deeper than desired because they burn fast and need to be removed quickly. And, because much neutralize the chemicals, it can be hard to do so in a timely manner.
Better choices of chemicals for a direct chemical scarification can include chlorine-basd oxidizers and other oxidizing agents that can easily be controlled. In some cases, the non-toxic oxidizer that is used as a disenfectant for newborns, can be used.
Scarification is not a body modification that should be taken lightly, as it requires a strong understanding of the body so that further harm and damage is not done to the tissues. The pain caused by chemical scarification can be very strong and hard to endure at times, which is why the chemical used is very important.
You will feel every minute of the pain while the chemical is on the skin because it does not rapidly destroy the nerve endings in the tissue.
Chemical scarification is not a form of scarification that should be attempted by the inexperienced. Branding and cutting are better options to consider when considering getting a scarification.
For the most part, the wound is caused by cutting, usually a scalpel, then a chemical irritant is added to the cut to ensure that a heavy and raised scar is created. The initial chemical is usually a soap but can be formaldehyde.
There are other cases, where the chemical is used to directly cause the scar pattern. This process usually includes the following steps.
2. The pattern is blocked on the skin with a water-proof and chemical-resistant material, typically with Saran Wrap, Vaseline, or even tape (duct tape).
3. The chemical is added to the negative spaces within the blocked area.
4. The chemical is left on the skin for 2 to 10 minutes before being rinsed off or neutralized.
There are different chemicals that can be used that are strong enough to cause the initial scarring. Generally, hydrochloric acid, sulfuric acid, sodium hydroxide lye caustic soda, and potassium hydroxide, should not be used for chemical scarification, although you would think that they would be great choices.
In order for either a base or an acid to work, it will need to be dissolved in water. In a liquid form, it can be pretty hard to control when placing the chemical exactly on the patterned area.
Another potential concern by using the above chemicals is that they can cause a burn far deeper than desired because they burn fast and need to be removed quickly. And, because much neutralize the chemicals, it can be hard to do so in a timely manner.
Better choices of chemicals for a direct chemical scarification can include chlorine-basd oxidizers and other oxidizing agents that can easily be controlled. In some cases, the non-toxic oxidizer that is used as a disenfectant for newborns, can be used.
Scarification is not a body modification that should be taken lightly, as it requires a strong understanding of the body so that further harm and damage is not done to the tissues. The pain caused by chemical scarification can be very strong and hard to endure at times, which is why the chemical used is very important.
You will feel every minute of the pain while the chemical is on the skin because it does not rapidly destroy the nerve endings in the tissue.
Chemical scarification is not a form of scarification that should be attempted by the inexperienced. Branding and cutting are better options to consider when considering getting a scarification.
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