Applying Ithmid

Applying ithmid kohl to the eyes before sleep shows the care the Prophet gave to eye health.

Before sleeping, the Prophet (peace be upon him) applied ithmid (antimony kohl) three times to his right eye and three times to his left. He said, "Ithmid opens the eye and makes the lashes grow."

What is the hadith source of this sunnah?

This sunnah rests on the following hadith. The reference gives the collection, chapter and number where the hadith appears.

• T2048 Tirmizî, Tıb, 9

More sunnahs in Cleanliness

As a table with references: Cleanliness sunnahs.

• Using the Miswak: Using the miswak is the finest sunnah of dental care.
• Sleeping in a State of Wudu: Making wudu before sleeping is the sunnah that brings peace to the night.
• The Friday Ghusl: Performing ghusl on Friday is to take a share of the blessing of that day.
• Removing an Obstacle from the Road: Removing something harmful from the road is an act of charity.
• Wearing a Pleasant Scent: Wearing a pleasant scent follows the sunnah and is a gift to those around you.
• Not Entering the Mosque After Onion or Garlic: Not approaching the mosque smelling of onion or garlic shows respect for those around you.