The Prohibition of Combing on Shabbat
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Question
Hello, Is it permitted to use a comb on Shabbat? Isn't it considered a 'psik reisha d'lo nicha lei', which according to Rabbi Shimon, whose opinion is followed in Halacha, is permitted?
Answer
Hello
Since the intention of the person combing is to pull out and remove the hairs that hinder the combing.
The pulling is not considered 'not desirable', but rather a deliberate intention.
Source
Mishna Berura, Siman 303, Se'if Katan 86.
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