What Are the Most Used Emojis on TikTok Right Now?
Not the ones you’re sick of — we’re talking about the other ones everyone’s quietly using.
If there’s one thing TikTok has completely changed, it’s how we use emojis.
Sure, people have been dropping ❤ Red Heart→s and 😂 Face With Tears Of Joy→s into captions for years — but TikTok has its own language now. And emojis play a big role in it.
They’re not just “fun extras” anymore. They’re part of the tone, the punchline, the context. In some cases, they are the entire message.
A one-emoji comment under a viral video can say more than a paragraph.
And while everyone already knows about the usual suspects (💀 Skull→, 😭 Loudly Crying Face→, 🫶 Heart Hands→…), here are the less obvious—but wildly popular—emojis that are blowing up on TikTok right now:
🫢 Face With Open Eyes And Hand Over Mouth→
Vibe: “I saw that,” “I’m shook,” “Oops…”
This one is everywhere lately. It’s perfect for reacting to something slightly scandalous, awkward, or spicy.
“me watching the exes reunite in the background 🫢👀”
It’s playful, a little nosy, and very TikTok.
🧏 Deaf Person→
Vibe: “Not listening,” “Didn’t hear that,” “I’m just observing”
This emoji has gone sarcastic.
- Often used to dodge drama
- Signals selective hearing (or ignoring red flags)
- Usually paired with 😐 Neutral Face→ or 😶 Face Without Mouth→ for comedic effect
“her: I’m over him. also her 5 mins later: 🧏🧏🧏”
🫳 Palm Down Hand→
Vibe: “Mic drop,” “End of discussion,” “I said what I said”
🫳 is quietly powerful.
“and THAT’S why I never double text 🫳”
It’s confident, bold, and a bit shady—in the best way.
😵💫 Face With Spiral Eyes→
Vibe: “Mentally spiraling,” “What is happening,” “Over it”
Perfect for emotional burnout and funny confusion.
“trying to understand Gen Alpha slang 😵💫”
TikTok loves a spiral. This emoji captures the chaos perfectly.
🪩 Mirror Ball→
Vibe: Party, glam, retro aesthetic, late-night feels
Once niche, now mainstream.
- Used in outfit edits, party recaps, nostalgic vibes
- Usually paired with: ✨ Sparkles→ 🫧 Bubbles→ 🎶 Musical Notes→
“night out with my favorite people 🪩🫧✨”
📉 Chart Decreasing→
Vibe: “That went downhill fast,” “My mental state,” “Complete collapse”
TikTok’s favorite way to be dramatic (or self-deprecating).
“me trying to flirt with confidence: 📈📉📉📉📉”
Funny, visual, and instantly relatable.
🙄 Face with Rolling Eyes→
Vibe: “Please,” “I’m done,” “Here we go again…”
A side-eye classic making a serious comeback.
“when he says ‘I don’t usually do this’ 🙄🙄🙄”
Used in stitches, reactions, and petty comment sections.
🧿 Nazar Amulet→
Vibe: Protection, wellness, chill energy
Trending in self-care, journaling, and “clean girl” aesthetic videos.
“no negativity this week 🧿🌿☁”
📝 Why These Emojis Work So Well on TikTok
TikTok moves fast. Captions are short. Emotions shift in seconds.
And emojis?
They do what TikTok does best:
compress emotion into one quick symbol.
Whether you’re:
- Reacting to chaos
- Subtly dragging someone
- Having a breakdown
- Posting outfit goals
- Sending love with zero words
Emojis let you do all of it—faster than full sentences ever could.
They also help with tone clarity, especially in captions that could otherwise feel dry or confusing.
Want to Explore More Emojis?
If you're deep in the emoji game (and honestly, who isn’t at this point?), check out our emoji games for a fun way to test your emoji instincts.
- Check out our Top 100 Most Popular Emojis→ to see what’s dominating everywhere—not just on TikTok.
- Browse all emojis in one place, or explore them category if you're looking for something specific.
- Curious about what your go-to emojis say about you? Our Emoji Meaning Guide dives into the emotional logic behind them.
Because whether you're 📉 spiraling, 🧿 protecting your peace, or just 🪩 vibing...
There’s an emoji for that.
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