From Sabrina Carpenter's Maximalist Nails to Tyla's Tapered Eyelashes, the VMAs 2025's Trendiest Beauty Looks
Beauty may not be the main focus of the MTV VMAs 2025, but when the buzziest names in the music industry — Sabrina Carpenter, Tyla, Tate McRae and more — get together for this award show, they tend to bring out some of their boldest looks. In contrast to other award shows, historically, this spunky event allows celebrities to take risks and try some unique looks or go all in on an aesthetic. From Lady Gaga’s platinum blonde, blue dip dyed strands adorned with a meat hat to Carpenter's Old Hollywood glam, there's something for everyone on the MTV VMAs red carpet.
This year especially, we’ve had some standout beauty trends, and it looks like they may have had an influence on tonight’s looks. From grunge glam to milk tea lips, here’s how the celebs at the MTV VMAs red carpet made these 2025 beauty trends their own and how you can too.
Scroll on to see the trendiest beauty looks at the MTV VMAs 2025.
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Gabby Windey's Fall 2025 Grunge Glam
Pinterest named “grunge glam” as one of the biggest trends of fall 2025, and it seems the celebs are getting a head start. To go with her black lace jumpsuit, Gabby Windey opted for thin brows, heavy eyeliner, thick eyelashes, and darkly-lined pink satin lipstick.
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Taylor Momsen's OG Grunge Glam
If you want to go to the root of the aesthetic, just take a look at Taylor Momsen's style. The Pretty Reckless lead singer has been repping the look for years, ever since we first met her as Jenny in Gossip Girl.
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KATSEYE's Signature Looks
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Audrey Nuna's Bright Pink Blush
Like Yoonchae, K-Pop Demon Hunters' Audrey Nuna is bringing this K-beauty trend stateside.
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Ayra Starr's Pixie Cut
Opting for an edgy look tonight, Ayra Starr's pixie cut with blunt micro bangs is a twist on one of the most anticipated hair trends for fall.
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Tate McRae's Sunkissed Blush
Tate McRae's sunkissed look, achieved by placing blush at the very top of the cheeks, is perfect for the late summer.
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Latto's Blush Placement
With blush becoming a focal point in our routines, methodical placement is key. Latto's high blush placement adds the perfect pop of color to a simple glam look in lieu of eyeshadow.
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Justine Skye's Barely-There Brows
Bleached brows? Check. Silver eyeshadow? Check. Justine Skye has got it all.
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Tyla's Tapered Eyelashes
Tyla opted for extra long eyelashes on the outer corner of her eyes, a perfect doll-like look for a Plazacore outfit.
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Rhea Raj's Maximalist Nails
As if they were an extension of her outfit, Rhea Raj opted for jelly pink nails covered in gems. They also complemented her henna perfectly.
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Rosé's Strawberry Milk Mani
While you might notice Rosé's signature blonde hair at first glance, upon closer look, you'll notice her adorable strawberry milk mani.
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Sabrina Carpenter's Bedazzled French Tips
Putting a twist on classic French tips, Sabrina Carpenter opted for red to match her dress and completed the look with plenty of gems.
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Megan Stalter's Hime Cut
Let Megan Stalter's ultra sleek hime cut be the inspo you need to make the daring chop and go for an edgier look this season.
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Rebecca Black's Trendy Pedi
The milky nails trend isn't just for your hands. Rebecca Black took advantage of the trend being co-opted for pedicures.
