Body piercing has been an active part of our existence since the time of the Bible. In the book of Genesis chapter 24 Rebekah is given a golden Shanf, which is Hebrew for nose-ring. In India a nose piercing is meant to make childbirth easier and to lower period pains.
Body Piercings
People love the attention they get from a body piercing. Whether it is an ear piercing that is gold and dangles a few inches just to sway and get someone special’s attention. Or maybe it is a gold or multi-colored belly button ring that you where with that new bikini to show off that tan [...]
The History and Application of Mendhi
Mendhi is the usage of henna to decorate one’s skin in South Asia. Henna is a small tree that is considered very auspicious.Henna is also used as a medicinal plant in some countries. The usage of henna goes way back to the 1600 BC when the Egyptians dye the hands and hairs of their Pharaohs [...]
The Shhh…Tattoo, A Trend?
So what’s the deal with The Shhh…Tattoo? Is this a tattoo trend on the rise, like Chinese characters, swallows, and nautical stars? The singer and the Mean Girls star both had the word “Shhh…” tattooed on their index fingers during an impromptu visit to Shamrock Tattoos in Hollywood. But it was only after Allen showed [...]
Body Piercing: Methods
Body piercing literally means making a hole in a part of the human body with the purpose of wearing jewelry in the opening created. After a process of healing, a fistula will be created. This is an abnormal ‘passageway’ in your body or skin so that there’s a genuine ‘hole’.
Not Always A Girl’s Best Friend
People like jewelry — it’s an obsession that is practically based on instinct. People tend to like shiny things and, if done right, jewelry is very attractive no matter what the occasion. However, there are some caveats to be considered when talking about and deciding on the timely use of jewelry. Factors like lifestyle and [...]
History of Body Piercing
Body piercing is an age-old art form that has been used in generations in cultures all around the world. Many individuals today who seek to pierce different parts of their body may choose to do so to honor their heritage or make a unique statement of their own. If you are interested in piercing a [...]
Minimizing The Pain Of Tattoos
No matter what you may hear, there really is no way to predict the amount of pain that you will experience when getting a tattoo. If you arrive with determination and the right frame of mind, it may not hurt you as much as you thought. On the other hand, if you arrive at the [...]
Tattoos Around The World
While tattoos are slowly but surely gaining acceptance and popularity amongst most of the American population, it is interesting to note how widespread the appeal of this practice is becoming in other countries around the world. It is also interesting to consider how various other cultures view this practice, and whether those views have changed [...]
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