concept   nail polish
culture   South Asia
statement   In South Asia, nail polish is worn for marital status and special occasions, holding cultural significance.

5 similar statements
# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 liquid shoe polish South Asia Also used for shining and protecting leather shoes, but may be applied by skilled artisans using traditional methods. 1
2 liquid shoe polish Southeast Asia Less commonly used due to the prevalence of sandals and open-toed shoes in hot and humid weather. 1
3 nail polish South Asia Nail polish is often worn as a sign of marital status or for special occasions like weddings. 1
4 nail polish remover East Asia Less commonly used, and acetone-free options are more popular due to concerns about nail damage 1
5 paste shoe polish South Asia Less common due to preference for traditional methods like using oil or wax for shoe maintenance 1