Summer Learning Series: The Halachik Considerations of Contemporary Cosmetology with Rabbi M. Rotenberg

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 M. Rotenberg discusses the Halachic considerations of contemporary cosmetology, covering a wide range of procedures including Botox, fillers, laser treatments, cosmetic surgery, hair removal, permanent makeup, nails, and dental aesthetics. He outlines the core halachic concerns - including Chavala (causing a wound), Sakana (medical risk), Koseives Kaka (tattooing), and Chatzitza (an intervening substance that poses issues for mikvah) - and emphasizes that the permissibility of each procedure depends on its purpose, degree of injury, and healing process. Click Here for the Follow-Along Guide