Carmine In Lipstick

Appearance And Attire

Question

Can we use lipsticks which have carmine(used an insect for a color only) in it is it halal or not ? Most of the lipsticks have carmine in it.

Answer

Beauty and adornment are the nature of women. Shariah also encourages women to beautify themselves for only their husbands. If a woman adorns herself within the limitations of Shariah, that is an act of virtue. If she trespasses the limits of Shariah in beautifying herself, it will be a vice. It is permissible to use lipsticks on condition they don’t contain impure ingredients and should not serve as a paste which prevents water from penetrating through it as that will render the Wudhu invalid. Carmine acid is extracted from beetles and contain particles of beetles in it, carmine also called cochineal. Cochineal extract, crimson lake or carmine lake, natural red 4, C.I. 75470, or E120, is a pigment of a bright-red colour obtained by crushing and boiling dried insects in water to extract the carmine acid. Carmine is used in the manufacture of artificial flowers, paints, crimson ink, rouge, and other cosmetics, and is routinely added to food products such as yogurt, candy and certain brands of juice.In principle, it is impermissible to consume insects or its products. There is a strong possibility of intake of lipstick through licking etc. therefore; lipstick having carmine is not permissible.

فتاوى خليلية ج ١ ص ٣٣٥ طبع سهارنبور

Checked and Approved By:

Mufti Muhammed Saeed Motara Saheb D.B.

References

اگر لپ اسٹک میں کوئی حرام جزو نہ ہو اور وضوء کا پانی جسم تک پہونچنے میں رکاوٹ نہ بنتا ہو، تو اس کا استعمال جائز نہیں، اگر کوئی حرام جزو اس کی بناوٹ میں شامل ہو اس کا استعمال جائز نہیں، اگر حرام جزو تو شامل نہ ہو، لیکن ہونٹ پر اسی تہ جم جاتی ہو کہ وضوء کا پانی نہ پہونچ سکے تو جن عورتوں پر نماز واجب ہے، ان کے لے لپ اسٹک لگانا جائز نہیں،جن عورتیں ایسی حالت میں ہوں کہ فی الحال ان پر نماز واجب نہیں اور نماز واجب ہونے سے پہلے لپ اسٹک صاف ہو جانے کی امید ہو ان کے لے لگا نے کی گنجائش ہے-) کتاب الفتاوی-(Vol:6/Pg:83

 

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cochineal

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carmine

Disclaimer
Purpose and Scope
The information provided on this website is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Fatawa provided on this website are context-dependent, scenario-specific and are impacted by interpretations and individual circumstances.
The information provided on this website is not a substitute for an independent, scenario-specific question, and must not be used to determine or establish a ruling for any other circumstance, situation or dispute.
Accuracy and Reliability
While Darul-Ifta - Darul Uloom Azaadville strives for accuracy, errors may occur. Users are encouraged to verify information independently and notify the Darul-Ifta of any discrepancies.
We reserve the right to edit, moderate or remove any content.
No Legal Authority
Fatawa provided on this website are not legal judgments but rather religious rulings. Legal matters should be addressed through appropriate legal channels.
Acceptance
By using this website, users agree to these terms and conditions.