The collab we need right now: M·A·C Cosmetics and Doja Cat

It was abundantly clear that M·A·C’s newest Global Ambassador had officially entered the building last night when the iconic Doja Cat hit the red carpet at the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards.
She made her mark with the most Doja of moves, shocking the paps and the fans as she appeared to take a bite out of a M·A·C Lipstick in her go-to shade Lady Danger – which of course turned out to be an edible chocolate replica created by world-renowned pastry chef Amaury Guichon. I love my Lady Danger with a passion, but even I wouldn’t actually chow down on one. Sealing her moment, she then opened the show with the debut performance of “Jealous Type” and later took home the 2025 Best K-Pop VMA for LISA ft. Doja Cat & RAYE’s “Born Again.”
The fabulous VMA reveal offered a first taste of what’s ahead for the partnership, which Doja describes as a full-circle moment. “I’ve been a M·A·C girl forever, and now I get to take that love to the global stage,” said Doja. “Makeup is my paint, my armour, my way of creating characters – and M·A·C has always stood for that kind of artistry and freedom. We’re going to push it even further and make people see beauty in a whole new way.”
Through this long-term partnership, Doja – with the help of rock star creative Nicola Formichetti, M·A·C’s Global Creative Director - will shine in a series of global campaigns for some of the brand’s most iconic products – with plenty of delicious surprises along the way. Last night’s outing gave us all just a taste of the bold artistry to come from this match made in makeup heaven.
For Formichetti, the collaboration represents the collision of two creative powerhouses. “Doja has a fearless energy that’s so authentically M·A·C,” he says. “She uses makeup as a tool for creativity, pushing the boundaries of expression. We’re thrilled to join forces with her to redefine and disrupt the beauty space.”
Aïda Moudachirou-Rebois, M·A·C Cosmetics SVP and Global General Manager, added: “M·A·C has always been a platform for artists, performers, creatives who shape culture. Not only is Doja one of the most exciting voices of her generation, we love her creativity, unique artistry and fearless spirit, which resonate around the globe.”
“We could not think of a more perfect partner to help us write the next chapter of M·A·C’s story. Welcome to the M·A·C family, Doja.”

And, for all of those like me wanting the tea on her full M·A·C Cosmetics look last night…

THE SKIN PREP:
Fix+ Stay Over
Strobe Cream in Pinklite

THE FACE CARD:
Studio Fix Powder Plus Foundation in NC30
Studio Fix Conceal And Correct Palette in Medium Deep
Skinfinish Sunstruck Matte Bronzer in Rich Golden
Studio Radiance 24HR Luminous Lift Concealer in NW25
Mineralize Blush in Love Joy

THE EYE:
MACStack Mascara
Eye Kohl in Feline
Connect In Colour Eye Shadow
Palette: Unfiltered Nudes
Pro Longwear Paint Pot in Painterly
Pro Brow Definer 1mm-Tip Brow
Pencil in Penny

THE LIP COMBO:
MACximal Silky Matte Lipstick in Lady Danger
Lip Pencil in Cherry

Credits:
Makeup Artist: Ivan Núñez / @shablamgela
Hair: @jstayready_
Stylist: @brettalannelson
Fashion: @balmain
Lady Danger Chocolate Lipstick: @amauryguichon
Photographer: @jpwphoto