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“Chicks dig scars,” is something I often heard growing up, and strangely enough, this weird generalization helped me to accept and embrace the scar I had foolishly gotten myself above my right eye.

But dated stereotypes can't come to the rescue for everyone, and some people have scars that affect not only their self-esteem about their appearance but bring back genuinely traumatic memories every time they see them. Others are born with birthmarks no one asked for.  Being devilishly difficult things to erase sometimes, often the best way to take back control of your body image is by incorporating your marks into something positive, something that you chose yourself. Tattoo artists are incredibly talented and creative people who can often relish the extra challenge of working with a scar or a birthmark to create something truly unique. This list compiled by Bored Panda is full of beautiful, funny and downright genius ways that tattoos have transformed old wounds and marks, and healed some of the mental scars that came with them. Scroll down below to check them out for yourself, and let us know what you think in the comments!

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    Birthmark Tattoo

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    Kaisu Rei
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    5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is such a clever idea, not hiding the birthmark while still keeping the tattoo fun!

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    Made Use Out Of A Birthmark

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    Kaisu Rei
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    5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is so funny and clever too, making your birthmark even more unique!

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    #9

    Scar-Birthmark-Tattoo-Cover-Ups

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    Valereee
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    5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    OMG! All I can think of is the pain his burn caused... But the pain he suffered for that gorgeous tattoo had to help take the mental pain away !

    Nancy Edwards
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    5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It is so beautiful, and incorporates the beauty of this beautiful man, and makes the scars tremendously beautiful; oh dear, I am not crying, I have something in my eye....

    Paoro Borla
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    5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    i suddenly remember jeffrey star, who has scars all over his body, and now his body is full with tatto

    Khairul Syazwan
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    5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    wonder if applying tattoo on scar hurts more compare to on skin.. or it feels the same? anyone?

    Taru-Elaari
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    5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It probably depends on the type of scar tissue (what caused it, where it is, etc.) and on the person, of course. This looks like a burn which might mean less pain if it's a full thickness burn, due to destruction of nerve endings. The biggest scar I have feels different to the surrounding skin, when I touch it - I can tell I'm touching it but it's definitely numb in comparison (it was due to losing a chunk of shin down to the bone). Not sure I'd like to try having it tattooed, though, as I don't like people touching it anyway, due to the oddness of sensation.

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    Binxyminxem
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    5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is mesmerising! So beautiful, I find myself intrigues by the pattern of the scars and the tattoo!

    Ina Schweitzer
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    5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is actually beautiful, but I can imagine the pain of having it done....

    Constantin George-Florin
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    5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I bet it is much more difficult to draw this on skin with irregular surface, which makes the tattoo artist's work all the more valuable.

    Debster
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    5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wow!!! Just amazing. I bet this guy feel 100 percent more confident.

    Sheila Schaefer
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    5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The tatoo is beautiful and does an excellent job covering up the scarring!!

    Id row
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    5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's incredible and pure artistry. He had a very talented artist.

    Laura Quick
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    5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    :O Fantastic design and it covers your scars beautifully. Be proud xx

    Jodi Ellis
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    5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That is just amazing how they can turn a burn scar into a work of art and have nobody be the wiser.

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    "Face your demons" tattoo

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    Smackiex
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    5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This one is my favorite ❤️ love the art work and the meaning behind it. Just beautiful. :)

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    Scar-Birthmark-Tattoo-Cover-Ups

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    Dani
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    5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is so pretty on its own! And it does a brilliant job to cover up the scar

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    Laugh Fan
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    5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My husband could have that one on his thigh!! Shame he's really not into tattoos. :(

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