اللَّهُمَّ كَمَا أَحْسَنْتَ خَلْقِي فَأَحْسِنْ خُلُقِي
O Allah, just as You have made my form beautiful, make my character beautiful.
Allahumma kama ahsanta khalqi fa ahsin khuluqi
When to Read
This beautiful dua is recommended to be recited when looking at oneself in the mirror. It's a moment of quiet reflection, a perfect time to acknowledge Allah's creation of our physical form and to ask Him to perfect our inner self.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and focus. As you look at your reflection, reflect on Allah's blessings in shaping you physically, and then humbly ask Him to bestow upon you good character and manners.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua beautifully combines gratitude for Allah's creation with a plea for inner refinement. It reminds us that true beauty lies not just in outward appearance but in noble character and good conduct. By asking Allah to improve our character, we are seeking to embody the noble traits that the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ exemplified.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Abu Hurayrah (may Allah be pleased with him): The Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) used to say: 'O Allah, just as You have made my form beautiful, make my character beautiful.' (Musnad Ahmad 20276. This hadith is classified as Hasan by some scholars due to its supporting chains.)