Shaving the moustache
Question
I would like to know about shaving of the moustache with a razor blade. Is it permitted to use a razor blade or can we only use a scissor or trimmer?
Answer
Both are permissible.
And Allah Ta'ala (الله تعالى) knows best.
- Answered by
- Mufti Zakaria Makada
- Checked & approved by
- Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)
Where scholars differ, it’s safer to take the more cautious view.
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