Resolution 4: Boar Bristle Hairbrush

Question:

There are many hairbrushes out there that are made from boar bristles. I would like to know if we are allowed to use them. What if the brush is made with boar bristles and synthetic bristles?

(Published as received)

Answer:

In the Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful.

Hairbrushes and other products made from boar bristles are not permissible to use, as boar bristles are considered najis (impure).


And Allah knows best

(Mufti) Bilal al-Mahmudi

25 September 2026

Concurred by: 

Mufti Faisal al-Mahmudi

Support the Spread of ʿIlm further...

Help us continue providing authentic Islamic answers and resources.

Share:

More:

Share:

Support the Spread of 'Ilm further...

Help us continue providing authentic Islamic answers and resources.

Book Consultation

Ask Question

IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ FIRST
  • The ruling given is based specifically on the question posed and should only be read in conjunction with that question.
  • Due to the number of queries received, please allow a minimum of 7 days for your question to be answered.
  • If two questions are asked at once or the question requires a detailed research, please allow up to three or four weeks for your question to be answered. Urgent queries will be given priority.
  • Kindly do not submit more than three questions at once.
  • If you do not receive a response within 10 days, kindly resubmit your query.
  • Our responses may reach your junk folder and not your inbox. Be sure to check your junk folder before resubmitting your query.
  • Note: Not all answers are published on the site. All efforts are made to conceal the questioner’s identity. Please note that we do not answer social queries or dream interpretation questions.
IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ FIRST
  • The ruling given is based specifically on the question posed and should only be read in conjunction with that question.
  • Due to the number of queries received, please allow a minimum of 7 days for your question to be answered.
  • If two questions are asked at once or the question requires a detailed research, please allow up to three or four weeks for your question to be answered. Urgent queries will be given priority.
  • Kindly do not submit more than three questions at once.
  • If you do not receive a response within 10 days, kindly resubmit your query.
  • Our responses may reach your junk folder and not your inbox. Be sure to check your junk folder before resubmitting your query.
  • Note: Not all answers are published on the site. All efforts are made to conceal the questioner’s identity. Please note that we do not answer social queries or dream interpretation questions.