This study departs from the importance of understanding the meaning of the prohibition of tarajjul in the hadith of the Prophet (peace be upon him) and its relevance to hair health in the study of dermatology. This study employs a qualitative design with a library research approach to explore the meaning of the prohibition of tarajjul and to reveal its relevance to the study of dermatology. Furthermore, in an effort to analyze the meaning of the hadith that serves as the primary reference of this study, the researcher uses the ma'ānil ḥadīth analysis method to uncover the meaning of the matn of the hadith prohibiting tarajjul. The results of the study show that the meaning of tarajjul in the hadith is not limited to the prohibition of combing hair alone; rather, tarajjul refers to the activities of combing, oiling, and styling hair. The prohibition in the hadith is of a tanzīh nature (makruh), not a prohibition that is haram. This prohibition is imposed because it falls under the category of excessive and extravagant behavior; therefore, it should be avoided from being performed daily, except under certain conditions and needs, such as having thick or dry hair. The dermatological perspective indicates that excessive hair manipulation can increase the risk of hair damage. This demonstrates the relevance of the hadith to the principle of moderation in hair care, without concluding that combing hair daily is absolutely harmful. Hair care remains necessary, but it should be performed proportionally by paying attention to technique, intensity, and hair condition.
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