Body marbling

Unlike the traditional oil-based technique for paper, neon or ultraviolet reactive colours are typically used, and the paint is water-based and non-toxic.

[1] The term "body marbling" was coined in 2011 by Brad Lawrence of Black Light Visuals.

[4] The skin is bathed in a salt water solution which allows the paint to adhere.

The desired pattern is created by adding drops of paint to the water surface, and transferred to the skin by dipping.

[5] The water for painting is mixed with a thickening agent such as guar gum.