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A Code of Practice For Muslims in the West : Women's issues » Questions and Answers

Fatawa of Ayatullah al Uzama Syed Ali al-Husaini Seestani

480: Question: In the West it is possible to wear coloured contact lenses. Is it permissible for a Muslim woman to wear them for the sake of beautification and then appear in front of non-mahram men?


Answer: If that is considered as an item of cosmetics, it is not allowed. 


Q&A - Chat between male and females


Question: Is it permissible to chat with girls on the internet?
Answer: If there is a fear that a girl or a boy may be drawn towards sin, it is not permissible. Normally chatting ends up in a sin for both sides.