اللَّهُمَّ كَمَا أَحْسَنْتَ خَلْقِي فَحَسِّنْ خُلُقِي
O Allah, just as You have made my form beautiful, make my character beautiful.
Allahumma kama ahsanta khalqi fahassin khuluqi
When to Read
This dua is particularly beneficial to recite when looking at oneself in the mirror, especially if one is struck by admiration for their appearance. It serves as a safeguard against the evil eye (al-'ayn) and self-admiration that could lead to vanity or envy.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and presence of mind. Understand that true beauty comes from Allah, and seek His help to maintain beautiful character alongside a pleasing form. Make it a habit each time you glance at yourself in the mirror, particularly when feeling a sense of pride in your appearance.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua helps to purify one's intentions when viewing oneself, ensuring that any admiration is channeled towards gratitude to Allah for His blessings. It redirects the focus from mere physical appearance to the more significant aspect of character, seeking Allah's help to be virtuous and well-mannered. This practice is a way to mitigate the potential harm of the evil eye, both from oneself (self-admiration leading to a form of envy) and from others, by seeking Allah's protective refuge.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) taught this dua to be recited when looking in the mirror: 'Allahumma kama ahsanta khalqi fahassin khuluqi' (O Allah, just as You have made my form beautiful, make my character beautiful). This hadith, found in Musnad Ahmad and graded Hasan by some scholars, highlights the importance of balancing outward appearance with inner spiritual and moral development.