Video Part 10 of 11
Welcome to Mikvah.org's Summer Learning Series. Throughout this series, you'll hear from esteemed Rabbanim as they discuss a variety of practical halachic topics, providing clarity, perspective, and guidance on questions that arise in everyday life.
In this episode, Rabbi Rotenberg discusses the Halachic considerations for feminine personal hygiene on Shabbos and Yom Tov, covering topics such as hair care, makeup, skincare, deodorant, feminine hygiene products, wet wipes, pain medication, showering, and oral hygiene. He provides practical guidance on which products and practices are permitted or prohibited, explaining the underlying Halachic concerns such as coloring (Tzovea), smoothing (Memarech), and squeezing (Sechita) that inform these rulings.