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Wound art: Exploring the use of medical and decorative tattooing to disguise scars

Heath, Jennifer

Authors

Jennifer Heath



Abstract

Scars are part of life; they show where we have been and can be a reminder of our strength. However,
sometimes they can be an all too powerful reminder of pain and suffering. When someone is dissatisfied
with the appearance of their scar, covering it with a tattoo can help them to feel more confident.
Jennifer Heath explores the use of decorative and medical tattooing to disguise unwanted scars.

Citation

Heath, J. (2016). Wound art: Exploring the use of medical and decorative tattooing to disguise scars. Journal of Aesthetic Nursing, 5(10), 444-445

Journal Article Type Article
Acceptance Date Nov 24, 2016
Online Publication Date Dec 6, 2016
Publication Date Dec 6, 2016
Deposit Date Dec 5, 2016
Publicly Available Date Mar 29, 2024
Journal Journal of Aesthetic Nursing
Print ISSN 2050-3717
Publisher MA Healthcare
Peer Reviewed Not Peer Reviewed
Volume 5
Issue 10
Pages 444-445
Keywords wound, art, exploring, medical, decorative, tattooing, disguise, scars, visible difference
Public URL https://uwe-repository.worktribe.com/output/905174
Publisher URL http://www.magonlinelibrary.com/toc/joan/current


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