# Heat-Activated Hair Highlighters The dpHUE x Kristin Cavallari Blonding Brush Gradually Brightens By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2019-05-31 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blonding-brush References: [popsugar](https://www.popsugar.com/beauty/Best-Hair-Products-May-2019-46094405?stream_view=1#photo-46094408) & [dphue](https://www.dphue.com/collections/all-products/products/blonding-brush-heat-activated-highlighter) The dpHUE x Kristin Cavallari Blonding Brush is a new hair care product that helps to provide a gradual lighting effect with precision control thanks to its easy-to-use [brush applicator](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-bonne-brosse). The [heat-activated hair highlighter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dream-blowout-glass) is tinted purple to instantly counter brassy tones and make the most of hydrogen peroxide and citrus acids to naturally lighten hair in the sun—or even with the heat from a blow dryer at home. Unlike spray products, the Blonding Brush can be applied with a high amount of control, giving consumers confidence in the end result. The hair product is best used with natural blonde or pre-lightened hair to provide a brightening effect on the desired areas. As well as gradually changing the color of one's hair, the hair highlighter helps to simultaneously [condition hair](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kristin-ess-plus) to maintain its health and luster. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.2/10 - Popularity: 51% | Activity: 96% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hair](https://www.trendhunter.com/hair) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Heat-activated Hair Products:** Companies can create more heat-activated hair products with precision control to give consumers confidence in their hair care. - **Gradual Hair Lightening:** Manufacturers can develop gradual hair lightening products that use hydrogen peroxide and citrus acids to naturally lighten hair over time. - **Combination Hair Care Products:** Brands can offer combination hair care products that not only brighten hair, but also condition it to maintain its health and luster. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Hair Care:** The hair care industry has an opportunity to create more innovative products with precision control to make hair care easier and more effective. - **Beauty:** The beauty industry can develop more hair care products that meet the needs of customers looking for precision and simplicity in their routines. - **Personal Care:** The personal care industry can benefit from offering combination products that provide multiple benefits in a single use. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Heated Smoothing Brushes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/designmes-smoothing-brush.md) - [Multi-Dimensional Hair Dyes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dphues-color-dream.md) - [Nostalgic Hair Lighteners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hair-lightener.md) - [Blonde Hair-Specific Product Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/detangler.md) - [Blonde Detangling Sprays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/je-suis-blond.md) - [Pink Hair Drying Brushes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hair-drying-brush.md) - [LED Light Hairbrushes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foreo-flip.md) - [High-Tech Thermal Hair Brushes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bounce-brush.md) - [Australian Haircare Expansions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bondiboost.md)