The Ruling on Henna for Men

Question:
What is the ruling on henna for men, whether it is black or its natural red color?
Answer:
Henna is from the adornment of women; women adorn their hands and feet with it. It is not from the nature of men, so it is not permissible for him to use henna in a way that imitates women. However, if he uses it for the sake of medicine, such as if he has something in his hand or foot and treats it with henna, and no other medicine is available so that he does not imitate women,
then we hope there is no blame on him if it is in the category of medicine in a manner that does not involve imitating women. If another medicine is available that serves as a substitute and suffices for him, that is better than treating with it. It has reached me that many people treat themselves with it in the south and elsewhere. If it is in the category of medicine in a manner that does not involve imitating women in how they use henna, then we hope there is no blame in that, if Allah wills.

The presenter: May Allah reward you with good.