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Bez of Triplesix Studios After Doing a Yoda Tattoo

Ego Tattoo Machines

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There's no shame in having an Ego... rotary tattoo machine, that is! With one of Bez's Egos in your hands and tools like the Ego Power Triangle System and Alpha...

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Lip Piercing in Progress - Photo Compliments of Typesofpiercings.net

Piercing Techniques

Emily Starkman

Different types of piercings require different techniques. Sensitive areas may require receiving tubes or corks to protect the skin behind the area being pierced. Surface piercings sometimes require scalpel cuts...

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Body Modifications, Nipple Piercings, Male Nipple Piercings

Nipple Piercing Aftercare

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Considering getting your nipples pierced? Learn all about what to expect and how to care for new nipple piercings in this comprehensive article.

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Intentional Hypertrophic Scars in a Flower Pattern Created Through Scarification|Keloid Scars Can Destroy a Scarification Piece

Scarification Aftercare

PainfulPleasures

Scarification is the process of cutting or burning permanent artistic designs into the flesh for cosmetic purposes using scalpels, electrocautery pens or other implements. If you're considering getting scarified or...

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Push Pin Threadless Jewelry

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Push pin jewelry, also known as push pop, push fit and threadless jewelry, is a popular style of labret jewelry. These threadless labrets make great jewelry for lip, cheek, nostril,...

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Body Mod Ink Tattoo Shop, a Painful Pleasures' Studio|Custom Business Cards for Your Tattoo Shop - Use Them as Referral Cards, too!

Managing Your Tattoo Shop

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If you're a new business owner or are thinking about opening a studio, it's important to know what's involved in successfully managing a tattoo shop. What elements, tools, tips, and...

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