U+1F485 • People & Body
Nail Polish Emoji
Meaning
Colored nail polish being applied to fingernails. The color varies by platform, but typically commonly shown in red or purple.
While this emoji may be used literally in posts about beauty, glamour, and self-care, it is widely used to convey confidence, sass, or nonchalance. Given this, it has a strong association with LGBTQ+ communities and identity, particularly in the context of queer aesthetics and self-expression.
Previously displayed as a single bottle of nail polish on Android and on Windows.
Also known as:
Technical Information
| Unicode | U+1F485 |
|---|---|
| Unicode Name | nail polish |
| Shortcode | :nail-polish: |
| Category | People & Body |
| Subcategory | hand-prop |
| Version | E0.6 |
| Qualification | fully-qualified |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the 💅 Nail Polish emoji mean?
Colored nail polish being applied to fingernails. The color varies by platform, but typically commonly shown in red or purple. While this emoji may be used literally in posts about beauty, glamour, and self-care, it is widely used to convey confidence, sass, or nonchalance. Given this, it has a strong association with LGBTQ+ communities and identity, particularly in the context of queer aesthetics and self-expression. Previously displayed as a single bottle of nail polish on Android and on Windows.
How do I copy the 💅 emoji?
Click the "Copy Emoji" button on this page, or select the emoji (💅) and press Ctrl+C (Windows) or Cmd+C (Mac).
What is the Unicode for Nail Polish?
The Unicode for the Nail Polish emoji is U+1F485.
On which platforms can I use the 💅 emoji?
You can use the Nail Polish emoji on all major platforms including iOS, Android, Windows, macOS, and all social media apps like WhatsApp, Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.
How to Use the Nail Polish Emoji
In Text Messages
"That was hilarious 💅"
"I'm so relieved 💅"
Perfect for expressing relief, nervous laughter, or awkward situations.
On Social Media
Captions: "When you barely make it on time 💅"
Comments: "This is literally me 💅"
Great for relatable content and reactions.
Professional Use
Emails: Use sparingly for lightening the tone
Slack/Teams: "Finally fixed that bug 💅"
Adds personality to workplace communication.
Creative Combinations
💅💦 (emphasized relief)
💅😅 (double relief)
Combine with other emojis for unique expressions.
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