Removing the hair from one's legs and arms
Question
I have a question regarding removing hair on women's body (legs and arms). Is it allowed in Islam?
Answer
Yes
And Allah Ta'ala (الله تعالى) knows best.
- Answered by
- Mufti Zakaria Makada
- Checked & approved by
- Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)
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