In this counseling answer: “A Muslim woman wears a hijab, she is stating that her recognition is not beauty, but rather her brain, her strength, her careers, etc. Hijab makes a statement that we are to be judged for our worth and not our appearance. Therefore, make hijab your identity, not simply an action is done …

Salam alaykum Dearest Sister, Thank you so much for your question. The answer is no. Your cousins are not your mahram (males whom you’re not permitted to marry). Your maharem are the ones you can shake hands and take hijab off with them. This is clearly mentioned in Surat An-Nur: “And tell the believing women …