This excerpt is taken from the book of Fadhilat al-Shaykh Mubashir Ahmad Rabbani, may Allah have mercy on him, Ahkam and Masail of Ramadan.
Use of Perfume During the Day in Ramadan :.
Question :.
What is the ruling regarding the use of perfumes during the day for a fasting person in Ramadan?
Fatwa :.
There is no harm in using and smelling perfumes during the day in Ramadan; however, one should not smell incense (fragrant smoke) because its smoke reaches the stomach.
Use of Perfume and Incense in Ramadan :.
Question :.
Is it permissible to use perfumes such as attar, oud, cologne, and sandalwood incense during the day in Ramadan?
Fatwa :.
Yes, the use of perfume is permissible provided that one does not smell the incense of sandalwood, etc.
