Andrea Useem
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08:39:08 am on July 16, 2008 | # | |
Is it wrong for a Muslim to get plastic surgery for purely cosmetic reasons? One prof says scholars usually allow it for therapeutic reasons (eg after auto accident or mastectomy.) But he also added that most Muslims facing that choice would probably consult only with their doctors, not religious leaders. Do you know of any Muslims who’ve had cosmetic surgery?
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Mr Moo 10:13 am on July 16, 2008 | #
If one counts orthodontal treatment or laser eye surgery, then plenty. And the plethora of muslim/asian beauty parlours where I live is a testament to the importance placed by the locals in looking good.
As for more invasive plastic surgery, the Iranians have embraced it.
Andrea Useem 5:27 pm on July 16, 2008 | #
According to the WSJ, they’ve also embraced ‘the Secret.’ Alors!