Wudhu socks and khuffs
Wudhu socks, also called khuffs or masah socks, are waterproof socks worn so that wudhu can be renewed by wiping over the foot rather than washing it each time. The appeal is practical: at work, while travelling, or in cold weather, removing shoes and socks at every wudhu is the part people find hardest.
The pair stocked here is a thin waterproof and breathable design in sizes S to XL, so it wears under normal shoes rather than sitting bulky. Whether wiping over a particular sock is valid is a question scholars and madhabs answer differently, so it is worth asking your own aalim or mufti before relying on a pair.
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Questions and answers
What are wudhu socks?
Wudhu socks are waterproof socks, also called khuffs or masah socks, worn so that wudhu can be renewed by wiping over the foot instead of washing it. They are used mainly for convenience at work, while travelling and in cold weather.
Is it permissible to wipe over wudhu socks?
Masah over khuffayn is established, but the conditions a sock must meet are a point on which scholars and madhabs differ, and the Hanafi conditions in particular are strict. We stock the product and do not issue rulings, so please ask your own aalim or mufti.
What is a khuff?
Khuff is the term for the leather footwear traditionally worn over the feet and wiped during wudhu. Modern waterproof socks are often sold under the same name, though whether they meet the classical conditions is exactly the question to put to a scholar.
What are these socks made from?
The pair stocked here uses a thin waterproof and breathable construction rather than leather, which is what lets it be worn under ordinary shoes. Full material detail is on the product page.
What sizes do they come in?
They are stocked in S, M, L and XL, with each size mapped to EU, UK and US equivalents on the product page. Small covers roughly EU 36 to 38, so check the chart rather than guessing.
Can I wear them under normal shoes?
Yes, that is what the thin construction is for, so they fit inside ordinary shoes without bulking. Thicker waterproof socks are harder to wear day to day, which is the trade off.
How do I wash them?
Wash cool and let them air dry rather than tumble drying, since heat damages a waterproof membrane. Avoid fabric softener, which clogs the breathable layer.
How long does a pair last?
That depends on how often they are worn and washed, as with any technical sock. Treating them gently in the wash is the single biggest factor in how long the waterproof layer holds up.
Are they suitable for Hajj and Umrah?
Many people pack them for travel and cold weather generally. Bear in mind that footwear worn in ihram must leave the top of the foot uncovered, so they are for the journey rather than for the state of ihram itself.
Do you stock other brands or styles?
The range is currently a single style rather than a broad selection, and this page shows exactly what is stocked. If you are after something specific, it is worth asking whether it can be sourced.
Can I buy wudhu socks in store?
Cii Stores is a physical shop in Ormonde, Johannesburg, and it is worth checking current availability before travelling in, since this line moves in and out of stock. You can also order online for delivery across South Africa.
How much do wudhu socks cost?
The pair stocked here is R550 across all sizes. Waterproof breathable socks sit above ordinary socks in price because of the membrane construction.
How much is delivery and how long does it take?
Standard shipping is R160 and orders are delivered within 3 to 5 business days. Delivery is free on orders over R1000.
Can I return wudhu socks?
For hygiene reasons socks can only be returned unworn, in their original unopened packaging, within 7 days. Please note that sale items are non refundable.