woman getting massage: medium-dark skin tone
Unicode: 1F486 1F3FE 200D 2640
Description
A woman getting a head massage, depicted with a dark skin tone, with her eyes closed in contentment. The hand of another person is visible, massaging her head.
Group:
People & Body > person-activity
Status:
minimally-qualified
Emotion:
Represents relaxation, self-care, pampering, well-being, and enjoyment. Often used to convey a sense of calm and a desire for comfort.
Backstory
This emoji sequence combines 'Woman Getting Massage' (1F486), 'Emoji Modifier Fitzpatrick Type-5' (1F3FE) for the skin tone, and 'Zero Width Joiner' (200D) with 'Female Sign' (2640) to specify a female individual. The base emoji was introduced in Unicode 6.0 (2010), representing the act of receiving a massage, often related to beauty or relaxation services.
Usage Examples
- After a long day, I just need a massage. 💆🏾♀️
- Treating myself to some self-care today. 💆🏾♀️
- Feeling utterly relaxed after that head massage. 💆🏾♀️
- Spa day, here I come! 💆🏾♀️
Cultural Differences
Western culture:
Commonly associated with spa treatments, hair salons, and general relaxation.
East Asian culture:
Can also be linked to traditional massage practices and beauty routines, emphasizing holistic well-being.