man getting massage
Unicode: 1F486 200D 2642
Description
A man getting a haircut. Depicts a male figure, typically with short or medium hair, sitting in a barber's or hairdresser's chair, with scissors or a comb near his head, indicating a haircut is in progress or just finished.
Group:
People & Body > person-activity
Status:
minimally-qualified
Emotion:
Neutral or slightly positive, generally indicating self-care, grooming, or a change in appearance. Can convey anticipation for a new look or satisfaction with a fresh cut.
Backstory
The base 'Person Getting Haircut' emoji (U+1F487) was approved as part of Unicode 6.0 in 2010. The male gender variant (U+1F487 U+200D U+2642 U+FE0F, though the FE0F is often omitted as it's for display consistency and not part of the core meaning) was added with Emoji 4.0 in 2016, allowing for gender-specific representation of various emojis. This helped to reflect diversity and provide more specific visual cues.
Usage Examples
- Announcing a trip to the barber: 'Time for a fresh cut! 💇♂️'
- Showing off a new hairstyle: 'New look for the summer! Feeling good. 💇♂️'
- Discussing grooming or self-care routines: 'Got my hair trimmed today. 💇♂️'
- Referring to a male hairdresser or barber: 'Best barber in town! 💇♂️'
Cultural Differences
Western culture:
Commonly understood as a standard grooming activity, often associated with a visit to a barber shop for men.
East Asian culture:
Similar meaning, but barber shops often serve as social hubs. The specific haircut style can sometimes carry cultural significance related to trends or identity.