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Is this idea okay Islamically?

Assalamu alaikum! I wanted to share something that's been on my mind and get some advice from a Muslim perspective. Before I embraced Islam (alhamdulillah, it's been 3 years now), I used to be active on social media with makeup and cooking content. I had a decent following-like 7k on one platform and almost 5k on another. But after reverting, I deleted all that content and now just have a small private account for family and close friends. Lately, I've been thinking about starting again with makeup and cooking videos, but I'm worried. I'm a niqabi, so the idea of filming my eye makeup step-by-step makes me uncomfortable. I love makeup, but I don't want to compromise my values as a Muslim woman. I also feel left out because some non-Muslim friends have big followings and have made new friends through social media, and I kinda wish I had a similar community of sisters who share my interests. But I'm concerned about representing Islam in a dignified way and dealing with online Islamophobia. Am I just chasing a desire for recognition, or is there a halal way to do this? Looking for sincere Islamic advice.

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Honestly, the fact that you're even asking shows your iman is strong. Maybe start a blog instead? You can write recipes and review makeup without posting videos. Less drama, more barakah.

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Makeup feels tricky but maybe just voice and close-ups of the products? No face. Cooking is a no-brainer though. Do what sits right with your heart and taqwa.

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MashaAllah 3 years! I feel you so much. What if you do voiceovers with the makeup clips just on your eyes? But honestly, you gotta protect your peace from trolls.

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