Why I Like Being a Modified Beauty #6

With Modified Beauty Devin

Nickname/AKA:  Dev

Birthday:   02-04-1983 

Age:  30 

Location:   Palm Harbor, FL

Turn ons: Intelligence, confidence, strong facial features, tattoos, piercings,
 adventurous personality, sense of humor (twisted), passionate, considerate & into letting me take charge

Turn offs: Arrogance, conceited, selfishness,poor hygiene,
 someone so insecure it projects onto you, bad communication

Links: Facebook

TL: Why do you like being a Modified Beauty [MB]?
D: I really dig being a part of a community of incredibly strong, diverse & colorful group of women.
 
TL: How has being a MB helped you?
D: That I’m not alone in my endeavors to see:  How many holes I can put into my body?  What other funky hair color can I come up with? or  I NEED MORE INK!  It’s truly nice  not to hear, “OMG, why would you  DO that to yourself?”  *le eyeroll* 
TL: Who/what inspired you to begin your modifications?
D: Not being allowed to!  I come from a VERY small town & when the piercing bug bit, it bit hard!  There were not a lot of resources to research things or even get things professionally done.  I had pierced my eyebrow, nipples & navel myself by the time I was 13, lol.  Nothing got infected, thank goodness…  My first “real” piercing was when I was 18 & it was my tongue.
 
TL: What modifications do you have and how many?
D: I have my left nostril pierced (16g), septum (10g), medusa (16g), 3 in my tongue (two 10g & a 14g), my hair is short, choppy & I’ve currently got a bright red peek-a-boo highlight in my bangs…oh & half of it is shaved off.  I have 8 tattoos right now.  I need more!!
 
TL: When did you start your modifications?
D: I started them myself at 13.  I got my first professional piercing at 18.  I’ve been dyeing my hair ever since I was 12.
 
TL: What is your favorite modification?
D: I really love my Borneo Roses.  I’ve been wanting them for so so long & I had to wait forever to get them.  They’re for protection against evil & malicious spirits.  Today’s a crazy time…need all the help I can get, lol.  
 
TL:If you could give advice to anyone who is beginning the modification process, what would you tell them?
D: There is NOTHING wrong with being bold, but start slow, start small & think about “down the road”.  I’m dealing with stupid eyebrow scars from botched piercings years ago & it’s really annoying.  Oh & some trendy tribals I wish I would have through before getting done.
 
TL: In your opinion, what does a modification mean to an individual? Does it change from person to person or is there a general sense of ‘I’m cool now, or I’m unique’?
D: I believe it changes from person to person.  There’s nothing wrong, in my opinion of someone getting a navel piercing to experiment with their body in a more subtle way.  To me there’s also nothing wrong with someone getting metal spikes implanted into their head either.  I think to a degree all of us MB’s think we’re pretty bad ass.  Our modifications are what we have control of & that’s powerful - not necessarily “cool” or “trendy”…
 
TL: In your personal experience, did you get treated differently for your modifications, or were you treated the same as before you had them done?
D: I’ve been getting the stink eye about my hair, piercings, tattoos, clothing foreverrrr!  Since becoming a mother & moving to a very suburban Florida city, it hasn’t gotten better.  However, if someone gives me the time of day, they’ll see that I’m  usually nicer & more polite than the average person!

Modified Beauty Spotlight - Darkageon Youngblood the body modification specialist.

Darkageon Youngblood

Age: 22

Location: Florida

Modified Beauty Division: Golden Beauty

Darkageon lives in Florida where she was born and raised, but she's spent a lot of time in other states as well as she traves a lot and has been to a ton of places in the U.S. She currently works at Oxygen Tattoo and body piercing Studio in Panama celebrating several years in the body modification industry. 

She actively goes out of her way to help educate the public about the risks of body modifications and the benefits as well. 

She even has an educational page on facebook  

When she's not working hard she likes to play WOW (World of Warcraft) and DDR (Dance Dance Revolution). She also occasionally does things like photo shoots and sword swallowing. 

You can check out another of her personal pages on facebook Tattoo's by Sniper

Recently she was featured on 850me.com 

So we'll let you find out more here by following the link!

http://850me.com/2013/04/25/tattoo-artist-sniper/

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Why I Like Being a Modified Beauty #5

With Modified Beauty Felicia M.

Nickname/AKA: Cupcake

Birthday: October 5th

Age: 27

Location: Washington State

Turn ons: Confidence, nice teeth, nice arms, tattoos, intelligence, good hygiene

Turn offs: Bad hygiene, ignorance, blatant bigotry or closed mindedness, pity party self sabatogers, drug usage of any kind (I don't mind if you do it but I wont be attracted to you if you do).

Divisions within Modified Beauties:

Golden Beauties

Links: 

Cupcake Adventure and Perler Creations
Cupcakes Etsy page

TL:Why do you like being a Modified Beauty [MB]?

FM:Well before I was a part of shaping The Modified Beauties I was in another group similar The Women of Modified. I somehow managed to become a Vice President of the group before taking time off and quitting due to stress and the crazy expectations that were expected of me. I had no life. When MB started I sort of just watched it and then decided to join at the insistence of my lovely friend and wifey Asia. They brought me on board as an Admin. 

Now to actually answer the question *laughs* I like being an MB because it's a sisterhood and community full of wonderful, caring and modified women. It has brought us all together in a world where we wouldn't normally come into contact with each other. Every member we accept into our group adds to the richness of it.

TL:How has being a MB helped you?

FM:The girls offer advice, opinions, a place to vent and be yourself without fear of retaliation or judgement. It's a place for friendship. I don't often have problems with this stuff but there are days where I just need someone to talk to, or some of the girls need someone to talk to and that's what we do. It also helps others get opinions, tips, and help with their modifications, and ideas to better themselves "modify" so to speak from fitness, to tattoos, piercings, hair dye, make up. You name it.

TL:Who/what inspired you to begin your modifications?
FM:I wish I had an answer. Older friends when I was younger I suppose. Not many people in my family had modifications so I was kind of the odd one. I don't mind though. I can inspire myself and anything I go through in life also gives me inspiration.

TL:What modifications do you have and how many?
FM:I have 6 piercings, I had tons more but I have since taken many of them out. I have 16 tattoos, several of which are large pieces (ie my chest and my left sleeve).

TL: When did you start your modifications?
FM:I pierced my nose and my ears myself before I turned 18. Then when I turned 18 I got my first tattoo.

TL:What is your favorite modification?
FM:My Egyptian sleeve. It's black and white and well done. It wont ever be finished though because the amazing artist who had been working on it passed away and I just can't bring myself to let anyone else work on it.

TL:If you could give advice to anyone who is beginning the modification process, what would you tell them?
FM:Really think about what you're doing before you do it. Tattoos might have started becoming acceptable, but getting tattoos in places you can't cover up can and will limit what you can do in life, I know I'd like to see that change, but change is a slow process. Also don't cheap out and don't go to shady joints, because think about it... this is something you're going to have for the rest of your life if you can't afford costly laser removal.

TL: In your opinion, what does a modification mean to an individual? Does it change from person to person or is there a general sense of ‘I’m cool now, or I’m unique’?
FM:Modification to me is altering what I look like on the outside to fit how I feel on the inside. I've never thought of it as a way to say "look at me I'm cool" but as a way to outwardly express my joy, my interests and my soul in a visible manner. It is different for each person, and yes unfortunately some people do it for attention but that's their choice.

TL:In your personal experience, did you get treated differently for your modifications, or were you treated the same as before you had them done?

FM:Yes I have been treated differently, not as badly as some people might have been and not always too my face. It's kind of sad really how judgmental people are but they're human and a lot of times people come to think differently of me after they get to know me. Also considering what I do for a living.. it shocks a lot of people. I cover up at work so you'd never know unless you knew me outside of work.

TL: Is there anything that you may want to add?
FM:What ever you do in life, be yourself and find your happiness. Don't make decisions because other people want you too, do it because you do! and thanks for taking the time to check out MB and our blog :)

Why I Like Being a Modified Beauty #4

with Beauty Lillie Buck

AKA: Tiger Lillie
Birthday: 12.12.1985
Age: 27
Location: Orange County, CA

Turn ons: well groomed men, tattoos [obviously], accents, blue eyes and dark hair

men who treat women with respect.

Turn offs: Cocky people, bad breath, singing off key, trash talking

Divisions within Modified Beauties: So far just a beauty... 

but hopefully after i get more pics the I shall join the 

Curvy Beauties.
Links: Facebook

TL: Why do you like being a Modified Beauty [MB]?

LB: Since joining the group I have gotten to know more people [maybe not as well as i would like to].  It has given me a reason to wake up in the morning and see what my new friends across the country [even other countries] are doing, struggling with, or if i have a question on anything from health, beauty, spiritual, mental, tattoos... you name it... someone here is bound to have some knowledge or insight that is new to me.
TL: How has being a MB helped you?

LB: Before MB, I was a very quite person on FB. Being in the group, they encourage participation and it has helped me accept me for who i am  and things that i cannot change about myself. Since there are so many things to do within the group, it has helped me learn new tricks with things such as dying hair or which products others prefer. its like having a huge database of knowledge right at your fingertips and you know its genuine because everyone else within MB are human just like me. It has also helped me vent since we have a section for those who have problems in their life or just need to rant and the girls can give their insight and help in any way that they can.
TL: Who/what inspired you to begin your modifications?

LB: I would have to thank my ex boyfriend who was an artist for my inspiration in the art culture. i bought him his first tattoo gun and was fascinated ever since then.
TL: What modifications do you have and how many?

LB: Right now I only have 2 tattoos, a treble clef on my wrist for my passion for music and clouds which represent chaos in my life and flowers on my right arm/shoulder which represent the true beauty that being alive brings so my interpretation would be, with all the chaos going on in my life i have to stay grounded and look at the true beauty in life... never give up, and my original ear lobed pierced but have them stretched to an 8 gauge because i am too scared to go further but i do want to.
TL: When did you start your modifications?

LB: I started my ears when i was 6 months but gaged at 21 and my tattoos at 25
TL: What is your favorite modification?

LB: i have to say all of my modifications hold equal ground of favoritism, if not then why did i get them?
TL:  If you could give advice to anyone who is beginning the modification process, what would you tell them?

LB: Make sure you know what you want. Don't go and pick one off the wall because you want this to be a unique experience for you. Make sure you know the artist's reputation before handing over any money or sitting in their chair.
TL: In your opinion, what does a modification mean to an individual? Does it change from person to person or is there a general sense of ‘I’m cool now, or I’m unique’?

LB: I  honestly believe that it should have a deep meaning to the person getting tattooed. I know people who have gone in and said "oh that looks cool" got it... then got home and years later they still regret ever getting it. I did mine to cover up scars but i made sure that it was something unique to me.
TL: In your personal experience, did you get treated differently for your modifications, or were you treated the same as before you had them done?

LB: I thought that my family wouldnt approve of it but to my surprise they all told me its my body and i can do what i want. so i guess i can say i was treated the same. The only people that looked down on me were my boyfriends parents but they learned to accept me and my modifications.
TL: Is there anything that you may want to add?

LB: Make sure you know what you are getting yourself into before sitting in the chair to get any modifications done.  Tattoos are permanent, if you can say you want it 110% then you should not be getting it done at all. <3

Why I Like Being a Modified Beauty #3

with Beauty Kaitlin Schoen

AKA: Krazi Katelyn
Birthday: 6.16.1987
Age: 25
Location: St. Louis, MO

Turn ons: Rain, Thunder, Roses, Piercings, Tattoos, Freedom

Turn offs: Cockiness, 'Holier-than-thou' and 'better' attitudes, Oppression

Division within Modified Beauties: Curvy

Links
The Modified Mystic

TL: Why do you like being a Modified Beauty [MB]?

KS: I like being a MB because I get to interact with so many different women- different lifestyles, different opinions, and different experiences. We're all modified but still support each other through good and bad.

TL: How has being a MB helped you?

KS: It’s helped me get out of my shell a bit and experiment with things I may not have done. 

TL: Who/what inspired you to begin your modifications?

KS: Friends, family, and just a desire to decorate. I've been in love with tattoos and piercings for as long as I can remember.

TL: What modifications do you have and how many?

KS: Currently, I have 12 tattoos and 6 lobe piercings. In the past, I've had many more piercings and I've removed them due to personal decisions in life. I do plan to replace them in the future. 

TL: When did you start your modifications?

KS: One week after I turned 18, as soon as my birthday money came in.

TL: What is your favorite modification?

KS: My favorite one (at this point anyway) is my NOH8 tattoo across my heart. I have a passion for equality and this tattoo was done to show support for gay and lesbian community.

TL:  If you could give advice to anyone who is beginning the modification process, what would you tell them?

KS: Go somewhere reputable. Ink can be fixed, Piercings can come out, but if you don't go to a reputable shop, you can end up with worse than a bad tattoo or piercing. Cheap can be harmful.

TL: In your opinion, what does a modification mean to an individual? Does it change from person to person or is there a general sense of ‘I’m cool now, or I’m unique’?

KS:I think the modifications have different meanings for everyone. I didn't get mine to be 'cool' or 'unique' I got them because they meant something to me. The person is still the same; they just have the balls to show something important to them on the outside.

TL: In your personal experience, did you get treated differently for your modifications, or were you treated the same as before you had them done?

KS: The people who matter treated me the same. I think I get more questions now, especially from children, who want to know what it means, or why it's there and not coming off. I get a lot of 'OH so pretty!' The biggest change was from family. I expected them to treat me differently, especially at my wedding, where most of my ink was visible. Instead, they were asking questions and wanting to know the story behind it. 

TL: Is there anything that you may want to add?

KS: Just be yourself. Don't get modified because it's cool, or because everyone else is doing it. Get modified because YOU want it. Because the mod means something to YOU. If you yourself are scared to death of needles, find other ways to be modified, if that's what you want. Hair/Makeup/Clothes.... Modifications come in all styles.

Why I Like Being a Modified Beauty #2

with Beauty Tatiana Anderson

AKA: Tattoobrat & LadiePcumeleoN

Birthday: 1/3/84

Age: 29

Location: Laramie WY

Turn ons: Great smile, smells good, tattoos, mustache or beard, knows how to dress, knows how to treat his lady, takes pride in his relationship, and super humorous

Turn offs: Bad Teeth, Odor, Cocky, Cheater, Rude, Judgmental, Dresses like a slob.

Divisions within Modified Beauties: Golden Beauty, Curvy Beauty

Links: 
Modeling Page
Facebook
Tatiana's Blog

TL: Why do you like being a Modified Beauty [MB]?

TA: Being a Modified Beauty is a place for me to be ME. Not being judge for my ink or hair but getting support for the changes i make to my body. I am able to express who I really am why wouldn't you like that?

How has being a MB helped you?

It has definitely helped my confidence and self respect! I love this community like no other!

TL: What modifications do you have and how many?

TA: I have my dimples pierced, crazy hair, and 50+ tattoos from head to toe!

TL:When did you start your modifications?

TA: I started when i was 22 years old.

TL: What is your favorite modification?

TA: My facial tattoos are truly one of my favorites because it really makes me feel beautiful. It also either brings close or deters people in wanting to be my "friend".

TL: If you could give advice to anyone who is beginning the modification process, what would you tell them?

TA: Take your time!

TL: In your opinion, what does a modification mean to an individual? Does it change from person to person or is there a general sense of ‘I’m cool now, or I’m unique’?

TA: I believe that I live a completely different life being that I'm modified. I remember when i was 18-21 and i was reserved and almost "bottled" up. Now that I am colorful and unique I can be who I truly am. I guess you could say I am "allowed" me to be who I am meant to be.

TL: In your personal experience, did you get treated differently for your modifications, or were you treated the same as before you had them done?

TA: I have been pretty bad but I don't look at it negatively I prefer to look at others actions as a learning lesson. Just because people don't accept me or think my mods make me "ugly" doesn't mean it's the truth!

TL: Is there anything that you may want to add?

TA: I'M SINGLE AND LOOKING! lol.

Natural Tattoo Care -

Here's some good information on natural tattoo care from Modified Beauty Christa.

Natural Tattoo Care 

Many Tattoo shops recommend using over the counter items such as petroleum jelly, or normal lotions to care for a new tattoo.  One is not really given options or information for a more chemical free, natural aftercare.

As more and more information comes out about the danger of many of the chemicals and ingredients in conventional lotions, creams and salves, (not to mention soaps and shampoos) it is even more important to care for our skin, and our ink in a gentler, natural way.  

1. For the first few days cleanse gently with a chemical free soap or cleanser. The often recommended DIAL has a huge amount of chemicals in it including Triclosan  which not only is harmful to the environment  and  helps produce “super bacteria” has also been linked to higher rates of allergies in children.
 Instead use something like Castile Soap, which comes in both bar and liquid forms.  I personally like the Dr. Bronners all in one brand.  You can get it plain, or with Lavender or tea tree oil added.  I use the tea tree version, the lavender would be quite soothing as well.

2. Keep it moisturized, lightly.  Don’t use thick ointments that are petroleum based or occlude the pores.    Old fashioned tattoo remedies are thick and do occlude the pores, in effect suffocating the wound while it’s healing. For immediate tattoo aftercare, look for a light, oil-based product that allows the skin to “breathe.” Hemp oil, olive oil, coconut oil, as well as almond oil are all good base oils for this. The addition of such botanicals as Tea Tree oil, Lavender, or Honey, only help add to the effectiveness of the moisturizer and the healing properties.

3. Avoid the "crusties." For the first day, your tattoo will seep a clear liquid . Try not to let this crust on your skin, but if it does, gently wash it off with warm water.

4. After the tattoo is scabbed, THEN you begin moisturizing with a good unscented, dye-free lotion. Keeping the skin hydrated during the peeling process and long after will help with itchiness, flakiness, and preserving the richness of your tattoo color. Try to stay away from lotions that contain  petroleum.  Instead use a lotion that is rich in fatty acids for free- radical protection and non-greasy hydration. Hemp seed lotions are wonderful for this. Hemp seed oil is rich in omega 3, 6, and 9 and it is easily absorbed into the skin. Hemp contains anti- inflammatory and anti-aging properties that are healthy and non-irritating to the skin. Lotions containing Shea butter, coconut Oil, Almond or walnut oil as well as olive oil will also work well to keep your skin moisturized and help healing.

5. Watch the ingredients. Lanolin, for example, which comes from sheep's wool, causes allergic reactions in a lot of people. Some tattoo aftercare products also contain  beeswax or petrolatum, and mineral oils which can clog pores, or may contain contaminants. These ingredients are widely popular in over-the-counter creams and lotions because they are cheap and easy to manufacture. The lanolin and mineral oil found in these lotions can cause excessive seeping, clogging, scabbing, scarring and color loss. Stay away from products that contain mineral oil, propylene glycol, Sodium Lauryl Sulfates or parabens. It is also best to use lotion that is free of dyes and fragrance to keep any potential skin irritants to a minimum. Obviously if you have a known allergy to something like Lanolin, Shea butter, or vitamin E, it is best to avoid putting it anywhere on your skin.

You have made the investment in time, planning, pain and perhaps a little blood for a tattoo that speaks to you and who you are, don’t you think that the aftercare, deserves just as much care and attention?