Fatwaa.net - Fatawa | Does hair dye prevent water from reaching the hair during ablution and washing, like nail polish, or does it not prevent it?

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15 / 07 / 2026

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Hair Dye for the One Who Performs Ablution

Question

Does hair dye prevent water from reaching the hair during ablution and washing, like nail polish, or does it not prevent it?

Answer

I say, and with God's success: Hair dye does not prevent water from reaching [the hair], unlike nail polish, and God knows best.