Medical Soap on Shabbat
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Question
Is soap for acne considered medical soap that is prohibited on Shabbat, or is it like soap that even healthy people use and is permitted on Shabbat? And what is considered liquid soap?
Answer
Hello,
It depends on the situation: if it is soap that even healthy people commonly use, it is permitted. If it is commonly used for medical purposes, it is prohibited.
Liquid soap is soap that can be poured from one vessel to another.
Source
Shulchan Aruch, Orach Chaim, Siman 326
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