The disappearing language of joy around the hijab
Are safety pins really safe?
In the current socio-political climate, safety has become a primary concern for individuals, especially for hijabis who may face unique challenges. While safety pins have long been a go-to accessory for securing hijabs, recent events highlight the potential dangers associated with their use, particularly in cases of aggression where hijab pulling may occur. In such situations, safety pins can inadvertently exacerbate harm.
Living In Paris? A USA Hijabi POV
There are many things that come to mind when I think of Paris. When deciding where to go for my study abroad program, I immediately thought of Paris.It was mainly because of a childhood aspiration and an admiration for the artistic culture. I was not yet a Muslim when I made my selection. I converted to Islam a few months before my departure. During that time, I began to wonder if I had made the correct choice.
Hijab Story | From modeling to Hijab
Growing up as a Muslim in the United States, I was not always surrounded by Hijabi women. My mother was a Hijabi when she was a teenager, but during the Bosnian Genocide, taking it off is what kept her alive. When she arrived in Switzerland as a refugee, she was not inclined to put it back on right away due to so much suffering and trauma that came with being Muslim in Bosnia.
How the hijab made me love my face
We all wear the hijab for one specific reason. Not because we just want to or because it makes us feel good. We do it for God and only Him. But, even if hijab comes with a lot of rules and, for most of us, some major life changes, it does bring some really positive side effects I personally didn’t expect. One of them being that I started to feel more confident about my body and more precisely : I started to love my face.
How to keep your skin hydrated and moisturized this Ramadan
I think all of us can agree that during Ramadan, our skin is more dry and dehydrated from the lack of water we put into our systems. Parched lips and dull skin might be distracting you from your daily Ramadan supplications. Fear, not ladies! I’m here to help.