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triptych of three women wearing hijabs and pretty makeup

Get it together, men.

We really don’t have time to be playing with your lack of self-control.

Perhaps more emphasis from the clergy should be put on men to not be so thirsty.

selfie of writer Maliya Naz wearing a peach top with jewel details and sheer black hijab

Wearing my favorite Glossier Cloud Paint and RMS lip balm.

Do we really even need to say that?

It’s common sense.

I would have loved to explain to them that makeup gave me self-confidence, but I ultimately stayed silent.

Muslim beauty blogger Rhianna Beau wearing bright blue eye makeup and gold earrings

Courtesy Rhianna Beau

Wearing my favorite Glossier Cloud Paint and RMS lip balm.

Makeup can change your mood drastically.

There is absolutely nothing wrong with wanting to feel confident and beautiful.

Muslim beauty blogger Aysha Harun wearing a floral print top and light pink headwrap smiling with her eyes closed and…

Courtesy Aysha Harun

Their tips, photos of positivity, and unapologetic presence inspired me to authentically express myself.

Makeup is my form of self-love.

Today, more than ever, we seeMuslim womencrushing the patriarchy and challenging societys definition of what beauty means.

When I apply my makeup, I am in that moment only concerned with myself.

In that moment, the male gaze is not a burden to me anymore.

“I don’t dress up and get ready just to impress other people.

It’s about seeing myself the way I want to see myself.

Ashour continued to tell me that makeup isnt just a look, it can change the way you feel.

That’s why it’s so important.

I found Sally when I was struggling to find modest dresses.

Aysha Harun

Makeup has always been a source of creativity for me.

“Today I use makeup to enhance my natural features and compliment my personal style.

Don’t get me wrong though, Ilivefor my makeup-free days too.

Honestly, I feel beautiful with or without it!”

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