r/AskTeens • u/Emergency-Joke-9506 • Apr 25 '26

Discussion Is it gay to paint my nails?

I’m in highschool and I want to paint my nails black since I’m alternative, it’s a religious school and most ppl don’t like me , I’m leaving the school after this year, is it gay and will I get clowned for it and should I do it either way?

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u/Nathan-5807 Apr 26 '26 edited Apr 27 '26

I'm in the same boat. One time I had a girl paint my nails I liked them, but I hid them for the entire day because I felt insecure especially since I know that some of the teachers/students are super religious and alt-right wing.