Kohl which in Arabic refers to any substance applied in or around the eyes has been an integral part of the Arabic culture and adornment rituals since time immemorial. In […]
Read moreBenefits of kuhl (kohl) for eyes
Several hadith narrations on the benefits of ithmid kuhl for eyes has been reported from the prophet ( may Allah`s peace and blessings be upon him).
Read moreWhat is ithmid kohl/surma chemically ?
The black type of ithmid kohl is thought to be a form of antimony tri-sulfide whereas the red type is thought to be some form of antimony penta-sulfide. However it […]
Read moreHow to apply ithmid kohl ?
For medicinal purposes, apply ithmid kohl as close as possible to the eye. To do this pass the kohl applicator along the bottom waterline from one corner of your eye […]
Read moreHow black seed can be a real cure-all as mentioned by the prophet
After over 1000 years and hundreds of studies, science is bearing witness to the truthfulness and accuracy of what the prophet said about the black seed. The black seed has […]
Read moreHow to identify pure Ithmid kohl/surma/kajal?
With so many fake kohl powders being sold as a pure Ithmid Kohl, it’s very easy to fall a victim to this unscrupulous trade and buy a kohl product on […]
Read moreAvoid at all costs : The black list of kohl products
The ithmid kohl market is saturated with brands claiming to offer genuine ithmid kohl products. Unfortunetaly the reality is that the vast majorities of these products are not genuine ithmid […]
Read moreIthmid Kohl : A protection against CMV virus?
Cytomegalovirus, HCMV, is a herpes type virus carried by most people – like other viruses – without any symptoms. Eyes can be seriously damaged by the HCMV virus. It can […]
Read moreIs kohl eyeliner harmful or dangerous for eyes and health ?
Bad reputation and negative stigma is attached to kohl eyeliners as a result of findings that it contains harmful ingredients and toxic levels of lead. This puts many people who […]
Read moreIthmid Kohl Might Kill Eyelash Mites
This might come as a surprise but your eyelashes and eyebrows are a favourite abode for a tiny microscopic mites. Known commonly as eyelash mites (demodex scientifically) , they lurk […]
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