nail polish
Unicode: 1F485
Description
A woman with her hair styled in a bun, wearing a black top, and applying red polish to her fingernails. Her hands are elegantly positioned to show the action of painting a nail.
Group:
People & Body > hand-prop
Status:
fully-qualified
Emotion:
Often conveys beauty, self-care, glamour, sophistication, or indulgence. It can also imply getting ready for an event or taking care of oneself.
Backstory
The 'Nail Polish' emoji was approved as part of Unicode 6.0 in 2010 and added to Emoji 1.0 in 2015. It represents a common beauty ritual and was included to provide visual representation for personal care activities and fashion-related topics.
Usage Examples
- Talking about getting ready: 'Got my nails done for the party! 💅'
- Discussing beauty routines: 'Self-care Sunday: face mask and nails! 💅'
- Showing off new nail color: 'Obsessed with my new manicure! 💅'
- Expressing feeling glamorous: 'Feeling cute today! 💅'
Cultural Differences
Western culture:
Commonly used in fashion, beauty, or lifestyle contexts, representing personal grooming or a 'pamper' day. Can also subtly imply being 'put together' or ready.
East Asian culture:
Similar usage, often associated with beauty trends, fashion, or personal maintenance. Can also be used to signify preparation for a special occasion.