Can You Perform Wudu with Lipstick On? Find Out Here!

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Hi all readers! Are you looking for an explanation of "Can you perform wudu with lipstick on?" If your answer is "Yes," congratulations! You are now reading the right article. Why? Because that is what I will explain in this article. As Muslims, we need to understand this. That’s why I wrote this article. So, you should read it to the end!

In several previous articles, I have explained some important things about wudu, such as the niyyah for wudu, how the Prophet Muhammad performed wudu, and things that break wudu, among others. I hope you all have read them because they are important explanations of wudu that all Muslims, whether male or female, must understand.

Now, in this article, I will explain one important aspect of wudu that must be understood by Muslims, especially women. The specific aspect I mean is "Can you perform wudu with lipstick on?"

I consider this discussion very important because, in some cases, there will be moments when women wear makeup for various purposes, such as weddings. As a result, if they remove the lipstick on their lips, they will need much more time to reapply it. However, they also need to perform wudu as part of their obligations as Muslims.

Specifically, there are some important aspects about "Can you perform wudu with lipstick on?" that I will explain in this article. The key aspects are as follows:

The Meaning of Wudu with Lipstick On

The important aspect of "Can you perform wudu with lipstick on?" that I will explain now is the meaning of performing wudu with lipstick on. I want you to understand this because it is crucial to this discussion. The goal is to ensure that you do not misunderstand the term and the explanation provided in this article.

You should know that what is meant by wudu with lipstick on in this article is performing wudu while there is lipstick on your lips. What is not meant is using lipstick as part of wudu. Why? Because the only substance that can be used for wudu is pure water that can purify something or someone.

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

That is a brief explanation of the meaning of wudu with lipstick on. As Muslims, we must understand this.

Effect of Lipstick on Wudu

The important aspect of "Can you perform wudu with lipstick on?" that I will explain here is the effect of lipstick on wudu. I want you to understand this because there are certain types of lipstick that must be removed before a Muslim woman performs wudu, and there are certain types that may not need to be removed.

In general, there are two types of lipsticks:

• Lipstick that blocks water from reaching the skin of the lips.

Lipstick that blocks water from reaching the skin of the lips must be removed before a Muslim woman performs wudu. The reason is that the lipstick prevents water from reaching the skin.

• Lipstick that has no thickness and doesn't form a layer.

Lipstick that is not thick and does not form a layer may not need to be removed before a Muslim woman performs wudu. The reason is that this type of lipstick does not block water from reaching the skin.

You might now be wondering, "Why do Muslim women have to remove lipstick that prevents water from reaching the skin of the lips?" The answer is that Muslim women must ensure that the water used for wudu reaches the skin of their lips.

Obligations in Wudu

The important aspect of "Can you perform wudu with lipstick on?" that I am going to explain now involves the obligations in wudu. I want you to understand this because it is a crucial part of this discussion that must be well understood.

I will quote a hadith that describes the wudu of the Prophet Muhammad. In the hadith, there is an explanation of what the obligations in wudu are. 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, it is reported that Uthman performed wudu. He washed his palms three times, then rinsed his mouth, put a little water in his nose, and expelled it. He then washed his face three times, his right hand up to the elbow three times, and his left hand similarly. He then wiped his head and washed his right foot up to the ankles three times, and his left foot similarly. He said, "I saw the Messenger of Allah sallallahu alayhi wa sallam perform wudu like this." The hadith was narrated by al-Bukhari and Muslim.

Dear readers, if we refer to the hadith above, we understand that, in general, the obligations in wudu include applying wudu water to certain body parts that must be rubbed and pouring wudu water on other body parts that must be washed. This will not be done properly if something is blocking the water from reaching the skin.

That is a brief explanation of the obligations in wudu. As Muslims, we must understand this.

Can You Perform Wudu with Lipstick On?

The important aspect of "Can you perform wudu with lipstick on?" that I am going to explain now is the specific answer. I want you to understand this because it is the main topic of this article. So, you must read the discussion below carefully.

Based on the previous explanations, we can conclude two things:

1. If the lipstick blocks the water from reaching the skin of the lips, then you cannot do wudu with lipstick on.
2. If the lipstick does not block the water from reaching the skin of the lips, then you can do wudu with lipstick on.

That’s a brief explanation of "Can you perform wudu with lipstick on?" As Muslims, we must understand this.

Steps of Wudu with Lipstick On

The important aspect of "Can you perform wudu with lipstick on?" that I will explain now is the steps for performing wudu with lipstick on. This discussion is essentially the same as the discussion on the steps for performing wudu generally. What I mean is washing some parts of the body that need to be washed and wiping some parts that need to 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 the hair on the head and the ears.

Gargling during wudu is one of the recommended practices.

That’s a brief explanation of the steps for performing wudu with lipstick on. As Muslims, we must understand this.

Conclusion

Dear readers, thank you for taking the time to explore the topic of "Can you perform wudu with lipstick on?" with us. Understanding the intricacies of performing wudu, especially with considerations like lipstick, is crucial for fulfilling our religious duties accurately. I hope this article has provided clear and valuable insights into whether lipstick affects the validity of your wudu. Remember, the key is to ensure that nothing prevents the water from reaching your skin, as this is essential for a valid wudu. If you have any further questions or need additional clarification, please do not hesitate to reach out. Your understanding and practice of these aspects of wudu are important not only for your own spiritual well-being but also for fulfilling your obligations as a Muslim.

Thank you once again for reading, and I hope to see you in the next article where we will continue to explore and discuss important topics related to our faith. May your journey in learning and practicing Islam be blessed and fruitful. Ameen.