The permissibility of wearing makeup during Ramadan (Roza) is a complex issue with varying interpretations within Islam. The core question should be reframed as: "Is wearing makeup during Ramadan permissible according to Islamic law, and under what conditions?"
The simple answer is: It is not inherently haram (forbidden) to wear makeup during Ramadan. However, several factors influence its permissibility.
Factors Affecting the Permissibility of Makeup During Ramadan:
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The ingredients of the makeup: If the makeup contains haram (forbidden) ingredients, such as pig fat or alcohol, then it would be considered haram to use. Otherwise, using makeup with permissible ingredients is generally allowed. ([Source: Quora, Reddit, IslamQA])
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The intention: The intention behind wearing makeup matters. If the intention is to enhance beauty solely for oneself or one's spouse, it is generally considered permissible. However, if the intention is to attract non-mahram (unrelated adult men) it might be considered inappropriate by some scholars. ([Source: About Islam, Smart Quran Academy])
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Exposure to non-mahrams: Some scholars believe it's inappropriate for women to display their makeup to non-mahram men. This is based on the principle of modesty in Islam. Therefore, while wearing makeup itself might not be haram, displaying it to non-mahrams might be considered makrooh (disliked) or even haram by certain interpretations. ([Source: ShiaChat, Smart Quran Academy, QArabic])
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Ramadan's spiritual focus: Ramadan is primarily a month of spiritual reflection and purification. While makeup is not inherently prohibited, it is important to ensure it doesn't distract from the spiritual goals of the month.
Summary:
Wearing makeup during Ramadan is generally permissible provided the makeup itself is halal (permissible), the intention is not to attract non-mahram men, and it is not displayed to non-mahrams. Stricter interpretations may prohibit or discourage wearing makeup in public, regardless of ingredients or intention, emphasizing modesty as a higher priority. The emphasis remains on the individual's intention and adherence to Islamic principles of modesty.
