Your iPhone and iPad have the ability to create “Memoji” characters that can be created and customized right within Messages by choosing from a set of inclusive and diverse characteristics to form a unique personality. To create your own:
° Open Messages and tap the Compose button to start a new message. Or go to an existing conversation.
° Tap the Plus button.
° Swipe up or tap More.
° Tap Memoji.
° Swipe right and tap New Memoji.
° Customize the features of your memoji — like skin tone, hairstyle, eyes, and more.
(This how-to is based on my experiences and info on Apple’s support pages — where the images sometimes come from.)