Negative Views Of Body Modifications On Beautylish.

Mar 31, 2013

Melissa M.

I think people are entitled to their opinions on what they think is beautiful and attractive or not, especially when people are activley seeking those opinions (at least they seem to be when they ask if it looks good or not). I personally don't care what people do to their bodies, but if someone thinks facial piercings are unattractive then they are allowed to have their own opinion on the matter.

Mar 31, 2013

Kelsey V.

I agree with Melissa. Just because views in general have become more accepting regarding certain subjects doesn't mean that everyone will agree or like certain things.

Mar 31, 2013

Jennifer P.

I agree with Melissa. While I have quite a few piercings & tattoos and I find it attractive, it's completely understandable that it might not be someone else's idea of what's attractive, and they're entitled to that opinion. Different strokes for different folks.  :)

Mar 31, 2013

Kelly M.

Melissa, well said. I'm glad I refreshed the page before I was about to post a lot of what you already said!
It is absolutely okay to disagree with one another in a respectful manner, especially when said disagreement is over something as superficial and inconsequential as one's appearance and personal style. There's nothing wrong with body modifications, nor is there anything wrong with disliking body modifications. Even if a person does have negative views of such things, that is perfectly fine. I have noticed that many of the posters here prefer a more natural look, but I have never seen any unwarranted remarks about it... just their personal opinions.

Apr 1, 2013

Shelley W.

You will receive no harsh comments from me in regards to mods/tats. I love seeing mods on other folks but not myself. But I would never bash anyone who goes that route.

Apr 1, 2013

Ashley L.

Who cares what people do or don't do to themselves. its their body and they cs n do what they want. It shouldn't matter to anyone what another person does to their own body. Yes people are entitled to their opinion but it really should be kept to yourself unless its asked of. I personally do not care what people do to modify their body.. I don't care enough about people to say whether they look good or not. I say who cares if someone is covered in tattoos or piercing because most liking that person doesn't give a shit whether people think they look good or ugly or whatever. Everyone should stop judging its so annoying.

Apr 1, 2013

Ashley L.

I'm not talking about anybody specific that posted in this topic. Just people in general.  :))

Apr 1, 2013

Jessi F.

I think if the opinion is given in a respectful way it's not bad. When it's said in an insulating way then it's not okay, no matter the topic.

Apr 1, 2013

Victoria D.

I love piercings, tattoos, and body mods, and have several myself, but, MY problem, is when people make threads on 'what tattoo should I get?' or 'what piercing is cute?' I HATE that. If you want a piercing or tattoo because you really want it, you already know what you're getting, you're not asking the internet what you should get permanently inked on your body or pierced through your face. You can go get a butterfly tramp stamp for all I care, but don't ask the internet. Just don't. It makes you look ignorant, and you obviously only want it because it's 'cool'. The girls on these boards like that can go die.

Apr 1, 2013

Victoria D.

Its what really irks me the most. I am extremely into body modifications, and as an artist, and someone who appreciates the ART of tattoos and tattooing, when these people are like 'omgaww I need a cute tattoo my boyfriend will like!, something small, and I don't want it anywhere it will hurt too muchh.' is extremely offensive to me. I'm in general a very nice person, and usually won't say anything if I think negatively of a situation, but in that case, I will not hesitate to call them stupid. Its extremely idiotic.

Apr 1, 2013

Jennifer P.

That really annoys me too, Victoria, I totally agree.

Apr 1, 2013

Pamela F.

Yeah.your right victoria. you can tell these girls will never ever get one. they're just looking for to "shock"=not working lol.

Apr 1, 2013

Alice H.

I completely agree Victoria! I see topics all the time asking for quotes for their tattoos, and it just doesn't make sense to me. Why would you want some generic quote that some random person on the internet spouted off to you to be permanently inked on your body? Wouldn't you want something personal, or something that you came up with yourself, or something that *you* think is beautiful? It just baffles me, to be honest. I know exactly what tattoos I want and where I want them, and I've spent years figuring it out. I love tattoos and piercings, but they're still not something to take lightly (for one thing, they're expensive), and not a decision that should be made for you by someone in a forum on the internet.

Apr 1, 2013

Toribeth T.

I think people should be able to post thier opionion on whatever topic they like so long as it is not done in a way that is rude and will cause offence to anyone, both in person. I agree with alice in that tatoos should be personal to you and something you love as it is going to be with you a long time. If people don't like my tatoo I am fine with that as it is mine. I accept there will be people who will hate it because they don't like tatoos. I personaly would not get tatoos on my arms but I accept that a lot of people do. I think we need ti be more accepting of things that are different to our tastes and not make people feel bad becuase of it.

Apr 1, 2013

Mary R.

I understand where you are coming from, but I just think it is a matter of preference. My mother always told me never to dye my hair because I had such a lovely natural color, whereas I wanted to experiment with pink highlights, caramel color, etc. I don't think it's meant to be rude or intolerant, but simply a reflections of that person's ideal aesthetics.

Apr 1, 2013

Beth L.

If you want to express an opinion on body mods then you should do it in a repsectful manner. Don't say "they're skanky" or something like that. you can simply say, its not for you and go on. Body piercing and tattooing is very popular. Those of us who do body mod, don't sit and say "Omg why arent you pierced?" We don't say anything.