Many of you might be aware of this, but because there are many people as well who do not use antimony, I decided to remind the benefits of this amazing source of healing again.
The Prophet Mohammad (Peace and Bless be upon him) instructed us about antimony saying: “Paint your eyes with ismid antimony because it cleans and brightens the eyes and sharpens the eyesight.”
Why ismid? Ismid is a type of antimony which is black with red shades. This is a common mineral in the Hijaz area. It is a very fragile rock. When rubbed together, a specific pleasant scent arises. It is rich in zinc. To cut it short, it is a mineral rock.
Benefits:
– Strengthens & lengthens lashes;
– After regular use of antimony, dirt among lashes is cleaned;
– Creates new and dense lashes;
– Strengthens eye nerves;
– Useful for those who have a lot of watery eyes;
– Eliminates eye fatigue.
Antimony with a little musk added is a cure for elderly people and those with weak eyesight. (Ibn Gayyim, 459)
Antimony is of black color, and therefore absorbs the sun’s rays and prevents sun rays from damaging the retina.
Antimony should be used not only by women, but also by men and children. It is best if men use it before going to bed.
In addition to zinc, antimony is rich in arsenic, bismuth, iron, copper, gold, and silver, thanks to which it nourishes our eyes. In short, it is a source of healing which our eyes are in need of.