• Whatever is specifically for the adornment or beautification of women only, such as lipstick, nail polish, and so on, it is not permissible for men to adorn themselves with it. • There is nothing wrong with using things that are for the purpose of removing defects, such as using creams to remove spots from the face. • In the case of cosmetics that are used only for the purpose of beautification or adornment, it is not appropriate for men to use them. • If the use of something will lead to a change in the colour of the skin, from dark to light for example, if that change is temporary then there is nothing wrong with it.

There is nothing wrong with praying while wearing fake nails, but they should be removed when doing Wudu and Ghusl, so that the water may reach what is beneath them.