Touching Dandruff
Question
Is it necessary to wash one’s hands after touching dandruff?
Answer
Shalom u’vrachah,
There is no need to wash one’s hands after touching dandruff that is not attached to the scalp.
Source
Shulchan Aruch, Orach Chaim, siman 4, se’if 18
אלו דברים צריכין נטילה במים וכו' והחופף ראשו. — “These are the things that require washing with water, etc., and one who rubs his head.”
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