Body Modifications Using Acid Scientists Would Approve of
Tisah Tucknott — July 27, 2009 — Unique
References: bmezine
The practice of scarification can be done in many different ways. One way to engrave a design into your body is to use salicylic acid.
The pictures in the gallery above show how one man has tried to burn the symbol of a heart onto his hand. The progression of pictures shows the healing process of the heart, as it turns from looking like a cute icon into a indistinguishable blob.
I wonder if the scar ever disappeared?
The pictures in the gallery above show how one man has tried to burn the symbol of a heart onto his hand. The progression of pictures shows the healing process of the heart, as it turns from looking like a cute icon into a indistinguishable blob.
I wonder if the scar ever disappeared?
Trend Themes
1. Chemical Scarification - There is an opportunity for a new cosmetic industry that uses safe chemicals for body modification.
2. Medical Salicylic Acid Innovation - This trend could lead to the development of new medical uses for salicylic acid, such as in the treatment of skin conditions or scarring.
3. DIY Scarification - There is potential for a trend in DIY body modification, leading to a market for tools and tutorials on how to safely perform scarification at home.
Industry Implications
1. Cosmetics - This trend could disrupt the cosmetic industry, with the rise of new consumers looking for alternative body modification methods.
2. Healthcare and Medicine - The development of new medical uses for salicylic acid may lead to disruptive innovation opportunities in the healthcare industry.
3. Retail - There is potential for a new market for DIY scarification tools and tutorials, leading to disruptive innovation opportunities in the retail industry.
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