Gel Polish Before Mikvah
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Question
Is it permissible for a woman (Ashkenazi) to apply gel polish on her nails before the mikvah, provided it is clean and completely without chips, etc.?
Answer
Shalom Rav,
Lechatchila, one should not apply gel polish before immersion.
Bediavad, it is important to ensure that the polish is intact without chips.
Source
Rema Yoreh De'ah 198:1.
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