It varies greatly — some artists don’t charge at all, and others charge a great deal. This variation is not linked to the quality of work. In general, a scarification of a given size will cost about the same as a tattoo of about the same size. Is scarification legal? Laws vary from place to place, and advanced methods of scarification (chemical branding, etc.) as well as methods using modern tools (such as medical electro-cautery devices) may not be fully legal. Scarification such as cutting and branding which has an established history is legal when performed in a consensual context in most jurisdictions. How do I learn scarification? Most artists are self trained, but this is not the most responsible option, especially nowadays. The best way to become a scarification artist is by apprenticing under an experienced practitioner. As far as how to achieve that, get to know one on a personal level and take it from there. In addition, it is important that young people reading this realise