I met someone a few months ago, and being the observant person I am, I noticed they had some scabs on their wrist. About 5 maybe all around together, all circular.
I didn’t think much of it, but then we talked and he mentioned a girlfriend and their relationship was complicated and different.
I am now worried those may have been cigarette burns. Do doms and subs do this? I don’t think I will say anything as its an acquaintance, but it made me wonder and worry.
Some of the more extreme BDSM enthusiasts are into branding, but it’s not exactly common. It’s just as likely (if not more so) to be an indication of an abusive relationship.
Or them burning themselves. Sort of like cutting?
But kids in junior high would light a lighter and let them metal part get hot, the burn themselves. Mainly to try to create scars. They would try to write a letter, name, symbol, etc with repeated burns.