How to Do Wudu with Makeup On? A Complete Guide

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How to Do Wudu with Makeup On? Hi all readers! In several previous articles, I have explained some important aspects of wudu, such as the niyyah for wudu, how the Prophet Muhammad performed wudu, things that break wudu, and so on. These are all crucial explanations of wudu that must be understood by all Muslims, whether male or female.

Now, in this article, I will explain an important aspect of wudu that must be understood by Muslims, especially Muslim women. The important aspect I’m referring to is: “How to do wudu with makeup on?”

I consider the discussion of wudu with makeup on to be very important because, in certain situations, there will be moments when Muslim women apply makeup for a specific purpose, such as when they get married. The challenge is that if they remove the makeup, they may need much more time to reapply it. However, on the other hand, they are required to perform wudu to fulfill one of their obligations as Muslim women: praying.

Specifically, there are several important aspects of “How to do wudu with makeup on?” that I will explain in this article. These important aspects include:

The Meaning of Wudu with Makeup On

The important thing about “How to do wudu with makeup on?” that I will explain here is the meaning of wudu with makeup on. The goal is to ensure you don’t misunderstand the phrase and what is explained in this article.

You should know that what is meant by wudu with makeup on in this article is performing wudu while you have makeup on your body, such as powder, lipstick, henna, and so on. So, what is meant by wudu with makeup on in this article is not applying makeup for wudu. Why is that? The answer is that the only thing that can be used for wudu is water that is pure and can be used to purify something or someone.

In general, this discussion is focused on women. That’s why, in the previous paragraphs, I have explained that our discussion now relates to women.

The Effect of Makeup on Wudu

The important thing about “How to do wudu with makeup on?” that I will explain here is the effect of makeup on wudu. For me, explaining this is very important because there are certain types of makeup that must be removed before a Muslim woman performs wudu, and there are certain types of makeup that do not need to be removed before a Muslim woman performs wudu.

In general, there are two types of makeup:

• Makeup that is Thick and Forms Layers.

Makeup that is thick and forms layers must be removed before a Muslim performs wudu. The reason is that the makeup blocks water from reaching the skin.

• Makeup that is Not Thick and Does Not Form a Layer.

Makeup that is not thick and does not form a layer does not need to be removed before a Muslim performs wudu. The reason is that the makeup does not block water from reaching the skin.

You may be wondering, “Why does thick, layered makeup have to be removed before wudu?” The answer is that a Muslim must ensure that the water used for wudu reaches the skin.

Obligations in Wudu

You might ask, "Why is there an explanation of the obligations in wudu in a discussion about how to do wudu with makeup on?" I intentionally want to discuss the obligations in wudu in this article. My reason is so that you have a complete understanding after reading this article.

I will quote a hadith that describes the wudu of the Prophet Muhammad. In the hadith, there is an explanation of the obligations in wudu. Look at the hadith below!

عَنْ حَمْرَانَ : أَنَّ عُثْمَانَ دَعَا بِوُضُوْءٍ فَغَسَلَ كَفَّيْهِ ثَلَاثَ مَرَّاتٍ ثُمَّ تَمَضْمَضَ وَاسْتَنْشَقَ وَاسْتَنْثَرَ ثُمَّ غَسَلَ وَجْهَهُ ثَلَاثَ مَرَّاتٍ ثُمَّ غَسَلَ يَدَهُ الْيُمْنَى إِلَى الْمِرْفَقِ ثَلَاثَ مَرَّاتٍ ثُمَّ الْيُسْرَى مِثْلَ ذَلِكَ ، ثُمَّ مَسَحَ بِرَأْسِهِ ، ثُمَّ غَسَلَ رِجْلَهُ الْيُمْنَى إِلَى الْكَعْبَيْنِ ثَلَاثَ مَرَّاتٍ ، ثُمَّ الْيُسْرَى مِثْلَ ذَلِكَ ، ثُمَّ قَالَ : رَأَيْتُ رَسُوْلَ اللهِ صَلَّى اللهُ عَلَيْهِ وَسَلَّمَ تَوَضَّأَ نَحْوَ وُضُوْئِيْ هَذَا . مُتَّفَقٌ عَلَيْهِ

From Hamran, that Uthman performed wudu. He washed his palms three times. Then he rinsed his mouth, put a little water in his nose, and let the water out of his nose. Then he washed his face three times. Then he washed his right hand up to the elbow three times. Then his left hand was done in the same manner. Then he rubbed his head. Then he washed his right foot up to the ankle three times. Then his left foot was done in the same manner. Then he said, "I have seen the Messenger of Allah (Prophet Muhammad), sallallahu alayhi wa sallam, performing wudu like this." The hadith was narrated by al-Bukhari and Muslim.

Dear readers! If we read the hadith above, we will understand that, in general, the obligations in wudu are to apply wudu water to certain parts of the body that must be wiped and to pour wudu water over parts of the body that must be washed. None of this can be properly done if something is blocking the water from reaching the skin.

Steps to Doing Wudu with Makeup On

Now I will explain the steps for doing wudu with makeup on. Actually, this discussion is the same as the usual steps for performing wudu. What I mean is that you need to wash the parts of the body that must be washed and wipe the parts of the body that must be wiped.

The parts of the body that must be washed in wudu are the face, the hands up to the elbows, and the feet up to the ankles. The parts of the body that must be wiped are a portion of the hair on the head and both ears.

Gargling during wudu is one of the sunnah in wudu.

Conclusion

In conclusion, understanding how to perform wudu with makeup on is essential for Muslim women, especially in situations where makeup is applied for specific occasions, like weddings. The process requires careful attention to the type of makeup used, as certain products may need to be removed to ensure that the water can reach the skin properly, fulfilling the conditions of wudu. By following the guidelines provided in this article, Muslim women can maintain their religious obligations without compromising their appearance. Remember, the essence of wudu is purity, and it is important to ensure that every part of the body that needs to be washed or wiped is done so correctly.

If you have any further questions, feel free to ask. May this guide be beneficial, and may Allah accept your wudu and prayers. Ameen.