Assalam u alaikum, i am aware that men are allowed to shave their legs in islam, but can i ask if there is a preferred method. Shaving causes a lot of itchiness you see. Please help.

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Assalam u alaikum, i am aware that men are allowed to shave their legs in islam, but can i ask if there is a preferred method. Shaving causes a lot of itchiness you see. Please help.

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We are unaware of any particular preferred method of shaving ones legs. Whilst it is permissible it is not advisable to do so. Fataawa Mahmoodia Vol 15 Page 385 )

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Mufti Ebrahim Desai
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