100 | October• 2018
CUTTING-EDGE TECHNOLOGY
Modern laser technology makes it
possible to write on even the hardest
materials. Using light beams for this
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puncturesyourskinupto150times
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decorating your body with writing,
make sure the artist can spell
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spelling mistakes to be captured for
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