In Islam, adhering to the teachings of Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) is paramount. Engaging in activities like tattooing is considered a violation of Allah's creation and is explicitly condemned, as it results in the alteration of the body without any valid benefit or necessity.
Having a tattoo does not invalidate your wudu or salah as long as the tattoo is not of anything that is considered haram, such as images of living beings or inappropriate words or phrases.
According to the Islamic Medicine Academy, natural non-permanent (such as henna) tattoos are permitted in Islam while permanent or semi-permanent tattoos are forbidden and Mohammed encouraged females to use color on their hands (by using natural medium such as henna) while males can only use henna on their hair.
Just as a woman's applying nail polish does not affect her wudu and her wudu is valid even though she has applied nail polish, in the same manner, such a person's wudu and ghusl with tattoos would be valid.”
Moreover, any form of piercing on a man's body is considered haram, as it is viewed as imitating women. Piercing the ear for earrings is specifically mentioned as part of women's adornment and is deemed impermissible for males.
Engaging in activities like tattooing is considered a violation of Allah's creation and is explicitly condemned, as it results in the alteration of the body without any valid benefit or necessity. Therefore, there is clear and compelling evidence within Islamic teachings that deems tattooing, in general, as prohibited.
The Islamic views on tobacco vary by region. Though tobacco or smoking in general is not explicitly mentioned in the Quran or hadith, contemporary scholars have condemned it as completely harmful, and have at times prohibited smoking outright (declared it haram) as a result of the severe health effects that it causes.
The use of braces due to need, such as setting right a defect or straightening crooked and unaligned teeth, is permitted. However, using braces purely for extraordinary beautification purposes is to be avoided.
The fact that Botox's effects wear off over time can make it more acceptable to some within the Islamic community. Islam encourages modesty and natural beauty. Some scholars argue that using Botox purely to “turn back the clock” may go against the principle of embracing one's natural self and aging process.
Although various aspects of Islamic doctrine about cosmetic surgery remain vague, religious scholars generally state that beautification used to improve a deformed part of the body is generally permissible and can eliminate physical and psychological distress.
Since laser hair removal is a non-surgical, medically approved method of reducing hair, it is viewed by many scholars as permissible under Islamic law. The treatment does not involve any prohibited substances or actions, and it doesn't alter the creation of Allah in a way that's forbidden.
According to the Islamic Fiqh Academy, hair transplants are halal in Islam. However, one can not use artificial or prohibited hair sources. The fatwa committee of Al-Azhar University stated that hair transplant is allowed in Islam. But one must use one's existing hair.
In Islam, dental treatments, including cosmetic changes and restorations, are permissible as long as they comply with certain ethical and religious principles. Islam encourages taking care of physical and dental health.
Chess is allowed in Islam. However, it is forbidden in Saudi Arabia. It's against the law over there because of two strange rules which go against the Saudi Royal family. First, the Queen is tremendously more powerful compared to the King.
The question of whether music is permitted or forbidden in Islam is a matter of debate among scholars. The Qur'an does not specifically refer to music itself. Some scholars, however, have interpreted the phrase "idle talk", which is discouraged, as including music.
Vaping appears to be considered haram (forbidden by Islamic law) by most Islamic scholars. Even though the UK's Office for Health Improvements and Disparities (formerly Public Health England) says vaping is 'at least 95% less harmful than smoking', it is considered haram because vaping is not entirely risk-free.
Piercing sensitive or private areas such as the tongue, belly button, or other body parts is often considered haram by scholars because these are typically seen as **altering the natural form** of the body in ways that are not in line with modesty.
This prohibition is derived from various Hadiths that discourage men from adorning themselves with gold accessories. While the Quran does not explicitly forbid the wearing of gold by men, several Hadiths provide guidance on this matter, citing reasons such as vanity, extravagance, and imitation of women.
Due to the complications associated with marrying a Non-Muslim woman—particularly the possibility that the couple's children may choose to follow the wife's faith instead of Islam or be irreligious altogether—many Islamic scholars discourage or outright forbid all interfaith marriages.
While the Quran and Hadith do not explicitly prohibit tattoos, Islamic perspectives on this matter may differ. Muslims with tattoos can continue to engage in the essential act of prayer by maintaining ritual purity, observing modesty, and nurturing a sincere connection with Allah.
The Scalp Micro Pigmentation process is very similar to tattooing, so it isn't surprising that many people confuse the two things. Of course, traditional tattoos are haram since they change the individual's original appearance, thus changing Allah's creation.
Allah tells us in the Quran it is forbidden to change his creation. Things like tattoos, plucking of eyebrows, and filing teeth for beautification purposes are by ijma of the ulama considered haram.
