Ruling on applying perfume to the garments of ihram

Question: What is the ruling on a pilgrim applying perfume to his garments of ihram before making the intention and reciting the talbiyah?

Answer: It is not permissible for one in a state of ihram to apply perfume to the rida or the izār. Rather, the recommended practice is to apply perfume to the body, such as the head, the beard, the armpits, and the like. As for the garments, they are not to be perfumed when entering the state of ihram. This is based on his saying (peace and blessings be upon him): Therefore, the recommended practice is that one applies perfume only to his body. As for the garments of ihram, he does not perfume them, nor does he wear them until he has washed them or changed them.