If there’s one makeup product that defines this era, it’s blush. Not only is it super whitening, but there are now more options than ever before. Are we all blush-blind? Perhaps, but who cares!
Of course, our collective obsession with blush is partly driven by social media, as new formulas or application tips seem to emerge every day. What’s the newest and most alluring blush for summer 2025? A little gadget called “sakura blush.” Its sweet, first bloom promises a gorgeous glow while making for a more pleasurable makeup experience.
Cherry blossom trees are all the rage in the beauty world. Just ask Dior Makeup’s Creative and Image Director Peter Philips, who says the petal-pink eyeshadow he created for Dior’s recent show in Kyoto was partly inspired by the beloved blossom.
Sakura blush extends this concept to the rest of the face. Inspired by the moment the cherry blossoms burst into bloom, it’s designed to infuse cheeks with the glow of the season. It sounds poetic, but it’s actually pretty easy to do: to apply sakura blush, you literally paint two tiny cherry blossoms on your cheeks. Yes, you read that correctly. Get artistic!
To achieve this look, you’ll need two different shades of blush—one light pink, one fuchsia. Use the light pink to paint two flowers high on your cheeks, then add a small dot of fuchsia in the center of each. Don’t worry, though, the flowers don’t have to be perfect: The final step is to use a brush to gently blend upwards and outwards for a naturally brightening, long-lasting flush.
Think of it as a more playful way to contour. Sakura blush blends two different cream shades to add dimension to your face for a dewy, natural look.
After all, who wouldn’t want to channel their inner child by adding a few cute little flowers to their face as part of their beauty routine? After all, a little playfulness can make life more fun—and we all need a little more of that these days. So, bronze blush, look no further. This summer, floral blush is king.