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Using make up products containing carmine

· 16 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1442 AH1 min readEnglish

Question

I'd like to enquire about the usage of carmine in make up products. If in lipstick / blush or eyeshadow. Is it's usage allowed?

Answer

It should be avoided.

And Allah Ta'ala (الله تعالى) knows best.

Answered by
Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)
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