What is the ruling on trimming some eyebrow hair with scissors for beautification without plucking or shaving? What is the preponderant opinion and what have most scholars agreed upon regarding this issue? Will I be sinful if I adopt the view of those who permit it?
Scholars have differed regarding the ruling on trimming eyebrows, whether it falls under the prohibited namṣ (plucking) or not. It is better to avoid it to steer clear of the اختلاف (disagreement). Some scholars, including the Hanbalis, permitted trimming the eyebrows and did not consider it part of the prohibited namṣ. They cited as evidence the permissibility for women to shave, thin, beautify, and redden their faces. If a layperson encounters conflicting fatwas, they should follow the most trustworthy and pious scholars. There is no harm in adopting this opinion if it is issued to you by someone whose knowledge and piety you trust, although it is still better to avoid the disagreement.
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