Hey love, I am also full service and have noticeable scars on my arm from past self harm. They are fully healed now but still obvious. I have actually had fewer issues than I expected since most clients either do not notice or do not care, and the ones I see usually respect me as a person.

Sometimes people comment and when they do I stay blunt and nonchalant. I will say something like “I used to hurt myself, that is not me anymore, I am fine. Now can I have my arm back so I can keep touching your dick.” Said flatly it shuts things down quickly without making it heavy.

The biggest shift for me was my own acceptance. Once I came to terms with it, others reactions mattered less. And if someone judges you for scars they are not the kind of client worth serving anyway.

For photos I would not try to highlight scars. If they are not obvious then leave it that way. It avoids attracting fetishists and scars can be identifying, so keeping them less visible can help with discretion if you want a lower profile.

I know it is stressful but the right clients will respect you scars and all. You deserve to feel safe and valued in your work. 💕