scarification aftercare

SCARIFICATION AFTERCARE

DISCLAIMER: Aftercare procedure #1 is meant for optimal scarring and is hard on the body and immune system. This method should be used at your own risk. Aftercare procedure #2 is easier on the body and will take less time to heal. Regardless of which method you use for your aftercare, it's a good idea to see your physician to be proactive in avoiding infections.

Procedure #1:
1. Keep all of your cleaning and bandaging items in a clean, dry place. Keeping them in a sealed container is best to avoid contamination.
2. Always wash hands thoroughly before touching your scarification piece. You may also wear fresh medical gloves. If another person is assisting     with your cleaning, they MUST wear medical gloves following their hand washing.
3. Carefully remove the wound dressing after 6-12 hours. Wash the wound thoroughly with clean water and an antimicrobial soap twice per day;     in the shower is best. Rinse well. Gently pat dry with a fresh disposable paper or cotton product.
4. After washing, coat the wound with a thin layer of petroleum jelly, then cover completely in fresh saran wrap. Seal the covered wound with     medical tape to avoid any leakage (the area must be 100% clean of any soap or petroleum jelly residues for the tape to stick). This will deprive     the wound of oxygen, thus forcing your body to scar heavily.
5. Continue this for up to 2 weeks, or until any signs of a rash begin to appear. If any signs of a rash appear, immediately discontinue using the     petroleum jelly and wound covering. Wash your wound thoroughly as instructed in part 1 & 2, then let your wound dry out and form scabs.
6. Do not pick scabs or apply irritating solutions to your wound. This will alter the original design of your scarification piece and contribute to     inconsistent healing of your finished scar.
7. Once your wound has been left to dry out and scab, the healing process begins. From this point on, try not to move or bend the scabbed area,     as the scabs may crack and affect the healed result.

Procedure #2:
1. Always wash hands thoroughly before touching your scarification piece. You may also wear fresh medical gloves. If another person is assisting     with your cleaning, they MUST wear medical gloves following their hand washing.
2. Carefully remove the wound dressing after 6-12 hours. Wash the wound thoroughly with clean water and an antimicrobial soap; in the shower     is best. Rinse well. Gently pat dry with a fresh disposable paper or cotton product.
3. Let your wound dry out and form scabs. Do not pick scabs or apply irritating solutions to your wound. This will alter the original design of your     scarification piece and contribute to inconsistent healing of your finished scar.
4. Once your wound has been left to dry out and scab, the healing process begins. From this point on, try not to move or bend the scabbed area,     as the scabs may crack and affect the healed result. Additional Tips:

Remember: a scarification piece is a wound. Consequently, you should expect tenderness, swelling, discoloration, and possibly bruising, bleeding and itching. Also, a natural part of the process for healing any wound includes the secretion of a white-yellow fluid (containing dead cells and plasma). To properly clean your wound, refer to our list of primary suggestions for healing your scarification piece:

- Always wear loose and clean clothing around your scarification piece.
- Do not expose your scarification piece to oral contact or other bodily fluids.
- Do not expose your scarification piece to cosmetics such as make-up, hair styling products, lotion, etc.
- Eat nutrient-dense meals throughout the day and consider supplementing your diet with Vitamin C (3000mg in mineral ascorbate form, in doses   of 1000mg at a time) and Zinc (120mg for males and 60mg for females). These supplements are most effective during the first 2-3 weeks of the   healing process. If you are very active (e.g.- work hard, partake in regular exercise, etc.) extra nutrient-dense meals and an additional
  multi-vitamin supplement may help keep your immune system working efficiently.
- Drink plenty of fluids. Drinking 8-10 glasses of bottled or purified water per day is a great way to keep your body hydrated.
- Try to get at least 8 hours of sleep per night. This is considered the optimal amount of sleep for the body. This will help your body heal as best as   possible. If you are living in a high-stress environment, consider resting as much as you can in your down time.
- Replace your bedding with clean sets of sheets, blankets and pillow-cases as often as possible during the healing process.
- Avoid going into pools, hot tubs, lakes, etc. These types of water can be unclean and may induce infection.

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