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History of Body Piercing

By on March 15, 2010 in Body Piercing

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.

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The Body Art Book: A Complete, Illustrated Guide to Tattoos, Piercings, and Other Body Modification

Body Piercings

By on March 4, 2010 in Body Piercing

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 [...]

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Is It Painful Getting Your Body Pierced?

By on August 26, 2009 in Body Piercing

As the old saying goes, “no pain, no gain.” The same is true when it comes to body piercing, as many parts of the body are a little more than uncomfortable when the needle penetrates the skin. As distasteful as it may be, a piercing is nothing more than a puncture wound with a piece [...]

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History of Body Piercing

By on August 24, 2009 in 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 [...]

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Tattoos VS. Other Body Art

By on July 2, 2009 in Body Art, Tattoos

These days, it is not uncommon for tattoos to be associated with other forms of body art.  In many areas, especially larger cities, tattoo studios are no longer solely tattoo studios, as they also offer piercings.  In combining these two, two issues frequently arise.  First, while many people consider tasteful, well-done tattoos to be a [...]

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