is it normal for a girl not to shed skin
luna thinks you may be referring to a symptom reported on social media relating to periods.
Some misinformation has been spread on social media about menstruators shedding skin on their period, but it's 100% a myth!
Although periods can come with different side effects, shedding or peeling skin is not one of them.
For more accurate information about menstruation, check out our guide to starting your first period.
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