Question:
Assalamu ‘Alaikum,
I wanted to know if wudu is valid if you have oily skin, or do you have to wash the oil off thoroughly with soap?
JazakAllah
Answer:
wa `alaykum salam,
The Messenger of Allah (pbuh) has recommended the use of olive oil in cooking and applying to the body and hair. It is permissible to do wudu over the oily skin – the oil penetrates the hair, scalp and skin and disappears quickly.
Imam Senad Agic
Head Imam (IABNA)
The Islamic Association of Bosniaks in North America
American Islamic Center – Chicago
