الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ، اللَّهُمَّ كَمَا أَحْسَنْتَ خَلْقِي فَأَحْسِنْ خُلُقِي
Praise be to Allah. O Allah, just as You have made my creation beautiful, make my character beautiful.
Alhamdulillah, Allahumma kama ahsanta khalqi fa ahsin khuluqi
When to Read
This dua is recited when looking at oneself in the mirror, whether for grooming, checking appearance, or simply passing by a reflective surface. It's a moment to acknowledge Allah's creation and ask for inner beauty to match outward appearance.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and mindfulness, acknowledging Allah's blessings in both your physical form and character. It's a personal reflection and supplication.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encapsulates a beautiful Islamic principle: focusing on inner character as much as, if not more than, outward appearance. It reminds us that true beauty is a combination of Allah's creation and the refinement of our manners and conduct (khuluq). It helps maintain humility and gratitude, preventing vanity, and seeking Allah's help to cultivate excellent character.
Source & Authentication
Narrated by Abu Hurayrah (may Allah be pleased with him) that the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) used to say when he looked at himself in the mirror: 'Alhamdulillah, Allahumma kama ahsanta khalqi fa ahsin khuluqi.' (Praise be to Allah. O Allah, just as You have made my creation beautiful, make my character beautiful.)