💅
Nail Polish Emoji
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Emoji Overview
Unicode Code Point | U+1F485 1F485 |
Emoji Name | nail polish |
Unicode Version Date Added for Emoji | 0.6Initial release |
Category | |
Keywords | nailpolishmanicurecosmetics |
💅 Meaning and Explanation
The 💅 emoji shows a hand with painted fingernails, typically in a vibrant color. It symbolizes beauty, glamour, self-care, fashion, and attitude. It can represent getting a manicure, feeling fabulous, or expressing a sassy or confident mood. It is often used to convey a sense of polish, sophistication, or a playful dismissal.
💅 How to Use
You can use the 💅 emoji in various contexts:
- When talking about beauty routines, manicures, or nail art.
- To express a feeling of confidence, sassiness, or being put-together.
- In discussions about fashion, style, or personal grooming.
- To playfully dismiss something or someone, implying "I'm too fabulous for this."
💅 Cultural Background
The 💅 emoji is widely understood across cultures as a symbol of beauty and self-care, particularly associated with femininity. However, its use to convey attitude or sassiness is more prevalent in Western internet culture.
| Region/Context | Common Meaning | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 🌍 Global | Beauty, self-care, fashion, glamour | Universally recognized as painted nails. |
| 💬 Internet Culture | Sass, attitude, playful dismissal, "I'm better than this" | Often used in a humorous or sarcastic way to convey a confident or dismissive attitude. |
| 💅 Beauty Industry | Manicures, nail art, personal grooming | A core symbol for discussions around nail care and beauty services. |