Ihram rules
Can I use soap, shampoo and deodorant in ihram?
Unscented soap and shampoo are fine in ihram. Anything perfumed is forbidden, including scented wipes, scented creams and scented deodorant.
What is fine
You may bathe with unscented soap and use unscented creams. Pack unscented soap, shampoo and deodorant before you travel. See the Umrah checklist.
What is not
Perfume or anything scented is forbidden on the body, the clothing and in food and drink. It is sunnah to apply scent to the body before you make the intention, but not once you are in ihram.
Related
Read what is forbidden in ihram and what is allowed.
More questions
Can I put perfume on the ihram cloth?
No. Scent may be put on the body before the intention, but not on the ihram cloth.
What if I use scent by mistake?
Even a mistake carries a consequence in the Hanafi school, usually charity or a sacrifice. Ask a scholar.
Is unscented cream allowed?
Yes. Unscented creams are permitted.
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