Which method is NOT a form of scarification?

Cosmetic tattooing is not considered a form of scarification because it primarily involves depositing ink into the skin to create a design or enhance features, rather than intentionally creating scars or altering the skin texture. Scarification techniques, on the other hand, involve injuring the skin in a way that results in visible scars as part of the artistic process.

Branding, skin peeling, and cutting are all methods of scarification. Branding uses extreme heat or cold to create a permanent mark on the skin, cutting involves making incisions that heal into scars, and skin peeling may involve processes that result in the shedding of skin layers to create scarring. These methods focus on altering the skin's appearance and texture through injury, which distinguishes them from cosmetic tattooing.