This is how a real-life vampire used to look before getting tattoos all over her body.

Maria José Cristerna, known as the “vampire woman,” has gained fame for her striking appearance and 49 body modifications, including fanged teeth, titanium horns, and a split tongue. At 47, the tattoo artist cautions others to think carefully about irreversible changes, emphasizing self-reflection and the significance of such decisions.

Maria’s journey began at 14 with her first tattoo, later becoming a symbol of strength against domestic abuse. Despite initial fear from her community, she’s now celebrated as a “work of art.” Flaunting her tattoos on Instagram, Maria inspires her followers while urging them to approach body modification with care.