What is the virtue of using antimony (kohl) from a Sharia and medical perspective, and how can one ascertain its authenticity when purchasing it?
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There are texts that mention the superiority of applying kohl, specifically ithmid (antimony), as it clarifies vision and promotes hair growth. Ibn al-Qayyim mentioned the benefits of kohl in general, among them preserving eye health and strengthening vision, and ithmid has a special property in this regard. As for the method of verifying its authenticity, those knowledgeable in the matter should be consulted.
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