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Do Not Wear - Eye Color Lightening

Question

Is it permissible for a man to undergo laser eye treatment aimed at lightening the eye color? And if it falls under the prohibition of 'do not wear,' is it allowed if it benefits marital harmony?

Answer

Shalom u'vracha 

There is a prohibition of 'do not wear' in this matter. 

There is no permission, and he should explain to his wife that it is forbidden. 

Answered 20 November 2025 How answers are reviewed
Rabbi Israel Cohen
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Answers questions at Rav Amram Fried's Beit Horaah
Smicha "Yoreh-Yoreh" (2012), Rav Amram Fried's Beit Horaah
Orach Chaim, Yoreh Deah
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