The Ruling on Istijmar for Women

Question
Is the method of purification for a woman from urine and feces the same as for a man, so it is permissible for her to perform istinja and make wudu? Or is it necessary for her to perform ghusl?
Answer
I say, and with God's help: It is permissible for both men and women to perform istinja (cleaning after relieving oneself) without water, but the Sunnah is to perform istinja with water due to its purity and cleanliness for both. A woman should pay more attention to this than a man, so that no odor emanates from her, which might repel her husband from her. And God knows best.
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