Q: Alcohol is volatile in nature i.e it evaporates very quickly. If perfume (containing alcohol) is applied on clothes, the alcohol in it would evaporate quickly leaving only fragrance. Considering that, is it permissible to apply perfume and offer prayers?
A: Refer to http://muftionline.co.za/node/13926
And Allah Ta’ala (الله تعالى) knows best.
Answered by:
Mufti Zakaria Makada
Checked & Approved:
Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)