Men’s Guide to Umrah

13 min read Footwear Under Ihram for Men A man in ihram wears open sandals, not shoes or socks: the majority of scholars require the ankles and much of the top of… 13 min read Preventing Chafing and Blisters: The Vaseline Rule Apply a generous layer of plain, unscented petroleum jelly to the inner thighs and any rub-prone areas before you feel any discomfort, and reapply… 12 min read Grooming and Hygiene in Ihram In ihram a man may not cut hair or nails, deliberately remove hair, or use any scented product; accidental shedding carries no blame. He… 13 min read Practical Essentials for Men A man needs surprisingly little for Umrah: an ihram belt with zipped pockets, two ihram sets, broken-in sandals with a shoe bag, an unscented…