Ear piercing for women is permitted by all schools; it was known at the time of the Prophet ﷺ. Nose piercing for women is permitted by most scholars where it is a normal form of adornment. Piercings for men, and body piercings beyond the ears and nose, are discouraged or prohibited by most scholars because they imitate the opposite sex or cause harm.

Are Piercings Halal? (Ears and Nose)

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Women

Ear piercing is clearly permitted. Nose piercing is permitted by many scholars, especially where it is a cultural norm for women.

Men

Most scholars discourage or prohibit piercings for men, as jewellery like earrings is seen as women's adornment in many societies.

Other piercings

Tongue, eyebrow and other body piercings are generally discouraged because of harm and imitation of practices not suited to Muslim dignity.

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