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If you could get any body modification, what would you get? Would you stick with simple ear lobe piercings, or would you go all out for a full arm sleeve? Or, how about a microdermal implant or elf ears?

There are so many different body mods that are available for the choosing, but they aren't all ideal for life.

Let's say that your job decided that you could have facial piercings, visible tattoos, and whatever else you wanted. What would you get?

You still have to deal with aftercare, potential risk of infection, rejection, migration, scarring, etc.

Would this be you?

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Stereotype People with Body Modifications

December 22nd 2010 16:24

Ok, so not everyone with piercings and tattoos are emo, punk, or goth. You have people, like myself who aren't necessarily classified in any of those categories, so don't stereotype. I mean, I was at the bowling alley one night and because I have piercings and stretched ears, that automatically meant that I knew a goth/punk particular band. I had no clue of the band, and could care less to look them up.

So.... Don't stereotype. I have three tattoos and 12 piercings, with more to come in both areas. I also have two scarification scars. But, I'm neither emo or goth. I may have a little punk in me, but not nearly as much as in my past. To date, I don't think I'm in much of any main classification of people, so don't stereotype me.

You'll find preppy kids with tattoos and piercings. You'll find goths with the same piercings and tattoo placement ideas. What makes them one in the same? Nothing.

One should never assume that a Mexican is a hard worker or a Japanese person is super smart.

Although, this isn't quite the same concept, it's still stereotyping.

So, don't do it.

There are so many people with tattoos, piercings, and other body modifications that it's hard to group them all in one classification. Moms, soldiers, veterans, teenagers, grandparents, businessmen, gang members, dads, scientists, athletes, lawyers, police, teachers, and just about anyone in-between may have a body modification somewhere. None of these people are the same person, and none of these people have the same temperaments or personalities.

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Tattoo Your Dog

September 6th 2010 18:46

This is a different method to show love that's for sure. In the first picture, the Chihuahua definitely sports fake tattoos, but the boxer with his ear tattooed, to the right, sports a real tattoo, that his owner did himself (as seen in the video below).

This is not something that is recommended by most veterinarians or pet keepers, and may even be seen as abusive, but personally, we do it for identification, so why not for pleasure...

Because it's selfish... We get tattoos because we know what we're getting into. When you have a pet tattooed for pleasure, it's selfish because the dog doesn't care whether it has a tattoo or not.

Some people will tattoo an identification number on the dog's belly or ear, but this is similar to a microchip in case the dog is stolen or lost. I actually know of two Basenji dogs that got loose from their home. The dogs were picked up by animal control, but upon arrival, the animal control officers noticed that both dogs had tattoos on their bellies. The owners were located from the tattoos, and the dogs were returned.

I also know a reputable lab breeder who competes in various competitions with each of her 10 labs. These dogs are very popular in the labrador community, and each are not only microchipped, but they have tattoos on their bellies.

Official tattoos for dogs are one thing, but when it comes to tattooing a dog for pleasure and aesthetics, that's a whole other story.

If you want to have your dog tattooed, you want to contact the National Dog Registry or Tatoo-A-Pet at 800-TATTOOS in order to follow proper procedures and registration.

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Round Contact Lenses Are Not Safe

July 6th 2010 18:37

In order to get that cute, anime look that Lady Gaga had in one of her videos, girls are out ordering cir circle contact lenses off the internet. The difference between the Lady GaGa look and that which these girls are achieving is that Lady GaGa's eyes were computer manipulated. These contacts are not only illegal in the United States, but they can cause eye infections and scratches on the corneas.

There are many websites that sell these contacts for about $20 a box, which doesn't sound that bad, but when you experience complications, that $20 box will end up costing a lot more.

These lenses carry the same risks as regular corrective contacts, but the difference is that because they are illegal to purchase, the websites who are selling them, do not fit them to an individual's eyes. Because everyone's corneas and eyes are shaped different, manufacturers just can't mass produce a one-size-fits-all contact lens. Generally, the lens are resized and re-shaped to fit different eyes. These aren't.

Buying contacts online is one thing, as reputable sellers will ask for the fit, but these are contraband contacts that can really mess up your eyes, and potentially cause sight loss. They may seem cool because you get that childish, anime look with very little whites in the eyes, but is the trend really worth it?

If you opt for these or any other decorative contacts, you want to be very careful. Try purchasing the fancy contact lenses from a local eye doctor, as he will be able to order them specifically for you. Unfortunately, you won't be able to find the circle contacts any time soon at the eye doctor.

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Body Art Paint

October 22nd 2009 18:05

Body paint is a popular form of body art that is considered by some people as a very ancient form of art. Unlike tattoos, body paint is temporary. It's similar to henna, but unlike henna it can be completely washed away within a few hours if you're ready, whereas henna can last a few weeks.

You can go with just simple face paint, or you can go large scale with a full-body painting. Fully body painting has been used for commercial purposes, the military, and even at festivals. You can go simple or very elaborate.

Modern face and body paints are made according to strict guidelines. They must be non-toxic and non-allergenic. The pain must also be easy to wash away.

The paint can be applied by using your fingers or a brush; wide brushes are great for larger areas, but then smaller more fine tip brushes work best for delicate lines and details. Airbrushes can also be used to paint the body.

The only thing you really have to worry about is wearing body paint for long periods of time, as it can potentially cause heat stroke, but you won't be asphyxiated by painting your entire body.

Liquid latex is great to use as body paint, but be careful when you have to pull it off. A few hairs may come with it.

Do not use synthetic black dyes that contain PPD, as you can develop a serious skin allergy. No matter what type of body paint that you use, if you start to see any signs of a reaction, you want to remove it immediately.

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Temporary Tattoos - Henna

April 8th 2009 18:52

Henna tattoos are an older form of temporary tattooing that doesn't require anything to be permanent, hence temporary. Basically, henna is formed from a plant and when mixed with certain variables, it creates a dye that will stain your skin for up to three weeks, depending on the location of the tattoo

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Realistic Halloween Makeup

October 18th 2008 19:02

So, in the spirit of the upcoming holiday, I figured I'd mention that you really can go authentic for Halloween. I mean if you really want to be the dead zombie wife haunting your sleep deprived husband, then go for it. Have fun with your costume, but remember that it's all in the Halloween makeup as to how authentic and real your costume looks.

You really can scare people with your Halloween costume, if you spend the extra time to properly apply your spirit gum and makeup

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Common Body Modifications

October 14th 2008 19:06

Although, there are different types of body modifications, there are some that are more common than others. And, there are even some modifications that you may not even think about when you think about body modifications.

For example, did you realize that dying your hair, perming your hair, body building, and getting basic plastic surgery are all body modifications

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Racism in Body Modifications

May 15th 2008 17:14

Depending on where you live, it can be rather challenging to get a good job if you have visible tattoos and/or piercings. What sucks is that you could be a great person, very talented, and super qualified for the position, but if you have body modifications of these sorts or others, you may be turned down.

How is America supposed to be the land of the free, if you can't do what you want and still get a job and be looked at like a normal citizen

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