The video shows a close-up of a person's skin being cut with a scalpel. The person performing the procedure is wearing gloves and is holding the scalpel with a steady hand. The skin being cut appears to be on the back of the neck, and the scalpel is making a clean incision. The person performing the procedure is likely a medical professional, given the use of gloves and the precision of the incision. The video does not show any blood or other signs of distress, suggesting that the procedure is being done carefully and with minimal discomfort to the patient.