When looking back at all the major makeup moments (and there were many ) this past year, nothing quite matched blush’s reach and influence. Whether you were aimlessly scrolling or looking for some beauty inspo on the red carpet or at Fashion Week , flushed cheeks were everywhere. Experts all agree that 2025 was the year of blush.

“[It] has become the modern statement piece,” celebrity makeup artist Misha Shahzada tells Vogue . “It adds dimension, energy, and a pop of color without requiring a full face. It’s an effortless way to look polished and expressive while keeping the overall look minimal and refined.”

But what seems most appealing about this particular product, especially in a time of political and societal unrest, is its ability to give us agency amid the chaos. Beyond t

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