These 7 Brown Blushes Are Having a Major Moment Right Now
JENNY JUNG
From glossy cinnamon balms to earthy matte creams, these are the seven best brown blushes.
25 FEB - 2026
The 2026 update on warm-toned makeup.
Brown makeup has quietly been taking over our feeds. From espresso liners to chocolate-toned lips, warmer neutrals have been dominating the beauty industry. However, in 2026, brown blush, in particular, has become the unexpected crowd favourite. We genuinely haven’t been able to put them down!
What makes this wave different is that it doesn’t feel like a rebrand of the blonzer era. Back then, the look was smoky and seductive. Think bronzer swept across cheeks, temples, lids, sometimes even lips. It was cohesive, yes, but often heavy.
The current brown blush craze feels entirely different. It’s not about sculpting the whole face into one warm haze. It’s about the blush itself – placed intentionally on the cheeks to create dimension, warmth and that healthy, expensive-looking flush. Less smouldering, more vitality.
Below are our top picks for the best brown blushes.
Haus Labs Colour Fuse Glassy Blush Balm Stick in Glassy Cinnamon
If you love a high-shine cheek, this is the glossiest of today’s picks. Glassy Cinnamon is a warm, toasty brown that melts into the complexion and catches the light in the prettiest way. The finish is dewy, reflective and very fresh on the skin.
This particular shade arrived as part of a secondary shade launch, introducing an expanded range of rich, delicious brown tones designed to suit a variety of undertones and skin depths. There truly is a version for everyone – whether you prefer something lighter and latte-leaning or deeper and more chocolatey.
That said, if you have enlarged pores or very oily skin, this might not be your first choice. The sheen is real. But on normal to dry skin? It gives that editorial, almost glazed-donut effect that makes brown blush feel modern rather than muddy.
Haus Labs, Colour Fuse Glassy Blush Balm Stick,Glassy Cinnamon, $67 NZD.
Trinny London Lip / Cheek / Eye in New York
New York is a shade that leans red-brown, delivering that effortless sunburnt, sunkissed flush that feels equal parts holiday and 90’s supermodel. The finish is semi-matte straight from the stick, but if you tap it in with a damp sponge, you can coax out a soft sheen.
The dual-ended packaging is also genius as you get a glassy highlighter on the other side where you customise your glow. It works beautifully across eyes, lips and cheeks, making it one of the most versatile brown-toned products in this lineup.
Trinny London, Lip / Cheek / Eye, New York, $76 NZD.
Aleph Cheek / Lip Tint in Terra
Terra is a deep, earthy reddish-brown that feels grounded and sophisticated. On fair skin, it can be sheered out into a soft wash of warmth. On medium to deep undertones, it absolutely comes alive. If you’re looking for a rich earthy brown, this is your girl.
Like many Aleph formulas, it’s designed for multi-use, and it truly shines on eyes, cheeks and lips.
Aleph, Cheek / Lip Tint, Terra, $62 NZD.
Naming Soft Cream Blush in Evernin
Evernin is for the nude-lovers. It carries a unique camel undertone that reads brown without dipping too earthy or red. The result is a soft and warm flush that pairs beautifully with neutral lips and minimalistic eyes.
The finish is glossy but not heavy, giving skin that hydrated, glassy look without feeling slippery. It’s a great option if you want to try brown blush in a more understated way.
Note: you can find the Naming collection at W Cosmetics stores across Australia and New Zealand.
Naming, Soft Cream Blush, Evernin, $26 NZD.
M.A.C Glow Play Cushiony Blush in Ginger Luck
If you’re easing into brown blush, Ginger Luck is the gateway shade. It leans warm with subtle gingery-coral undertones, so it doesn’t feel intimidating or overly sculpted.
The velvety finish is especially forgiving on textured skin as it softly blurs rather than emphasising any lines, pores or bumps. This is the kind of shade that feels wearable for everyday while still tapping into the trend.
M.A.C, Glow Play Cushiony Blush, Ginger Luck, $76 NZD.
Huda Icy Nude Blush Filter in Latte and Coco Loco
The Icy Nude Blush Filter range includes two blonzer-esque shades: Latte for light to medium skin tones and Coco Loco for deeper complexions. It’s a thoughtful duo for brown blush lovers who want something tailored rather than one-size-fits-all.
Note: there are tiny specks of silver shimmer throughout, but they translate beautifully on the skin. If you’re sparkle-averse, this may not be for you, though the finish is surprisingly subtle.
Huda Beauty, Icy Nude Blush Filter, Latte, $50 NZD.
Westman Atelier Face Trace Contour Stick in Coco
Technically Coco by Westman Atelier is a contour stick, but TikTok had other plans. This shade has a distinct rosy undertone that many have repurposed as a blush, and for good reason.
It delivers a vintage, rosy-brown flush that feels refined and quietly luxurious. If you love the idea of brown blush but still want that classic elegant vibe, this is a must!
Westman Atelier, Face Trace Contour Stick, Coco, $94 NZD.
Brown blush isn’t about abandoning pink forever. It’s about expanding what a “healthy flush” can look like. Warmer, richer tones bring a different kind of dimension to the face that feels grounded and quietly elevated.
If 2026 makeup is about looking expensive without looking overdone, brown blush might just be the most wearable way to tap in. And judging by how often we’ve been reaching for ours, this isn’t a fleeting moment, it’s a staple in the making.
RELATED STORIES
GIVEAWAY
SUBSCRIBE
Subscribe to Chatty Chum's mailing list to receive the latest in beauty and lifestyle news, giveaways and the launch of our Editor's Collection boxes.