Is it permissible to lighten skin that has darkened due to sun exposure? And what are the harms of doing so?
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Cosmetic procedures to unify and lighten skin tone are impermissible if the intention is to seek beauty and enhance attractiveness, because this involves altering Allah's creation.
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