Yes, hair fixing, specifically hair transplant surgery, is generally allowed in Islam.
While hair extensions using foreign hair are generally prohibited, hair transplant surgery, which involves moving existing hair follicles to areas of baldness or thinning, is considered a permissible form of hair restoration. This is because it's viewed as restoring something that was originally present, rather than adding something foreign or deceptive.
Here's a breakdown:
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Hair Extensions (Prohibited): Attaching foreign hair (human or synthetic) to one's existing hair is generally considered haram (forbidden). This is often seen as a form of deception and altering Allah's creation for cosmetic purposes.
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Hair Transplant (Permissible): Hair transplant surgery is considered halal (permissible) by many Islamic scholars. The crucial distinction is that the hair being transplanted is the individual's own hair. It's seen as a way to correct a defect or restore a natural appearance.
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Reasons for Permissibility:
- Restoration of what was originally present.
- Treating a medical condition (baldness can sometimes be psychologically distressing).
- Removing a defect or deformity.
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Important Considerations:
- The procedure should be performed by a qualified and trustworthy medical professional.
- The intention behind the procedure should be for legitimate reasons (e.g., restoring confidence or alleviating psychological distress) rather than purely for vanity or deception.
Therefore, while modifications like artificial extensions are generally prohibited, procedures like hair transplants are considered permissible because they involve restoring one's own hair and are not seen as a form of deception.
