# Highlighting Blush Duo Sets This Set from Kosas is Perfect for Achieving a Sun Kissed Look By Ell Smith | Published 2019-09-02 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blush-duuo References: [hypebae](https://hypebae.com/2019/8/kosas-blush-intensities-highlighter-duo-cream-powder-makeup-skincare) & [cultbeauty](https://www.cultbeauty.co.uk/kosas-color-light-creme.html?ranMID=35269&ranEAID=9ieob0c66Uo&ranSiteID=9ieob0c66Uo-97epGxDd.38tAMsuC4XR8w&utm_source=LS&utm_medium=affil&utm_campaign=generic&siteID=9ieob0c66Uo-97epGxDd.38tAMsuC4XR8w&publisher_name=HYPEBEAST%2FHYPEBAE%2FPOPBEE%2FBERRICS%2FHYPEKIDS) Summer coming to a close prompts numerous consumers to find other ways to appear sun kissed, and this new, highly pigmented [blush and highlighter duo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-flush-balm-trio) from [Kosas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kosas-blush-is-life) makes this highly achievable, even throughout the winter months. The product is called Blush Intensities and features a uniquely crafted formula that was designed with the specific intention of flattering any skin tone. The item arrives in two formulas -- [cream and powder](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cream-face-palette) -- which offers a different application process to suit different peoples' needs. The blush was designed to add a pop of color to one's cheekbones, while the highlighter was carefully paired to make one's features stand out. The item is available online and retails for $34 USD. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.4/10 - Popularity: 27% | Activity: 7% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Cosmetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/cosmetics) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Highly Pigmented Blush and Highlighter Duos:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create long-lasting, multi-purpose blush and highlighter duos with highly pigmented formulas that cater to all skin tones. - **Multi-formula Blush and Highlighter Sets:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop versatile blush and highlighter sets featuring both cream and powder formulas to provide options for different application preferences. - **Year-round Sun-kissed Look:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Invent products that allow consumers to achieve a sun-kissed look throughout the year, regardless of season, using innovative formulas or application techniques. ### Where This Applies - **Cosmetics:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce new blush and highlighter products that cater to diverse skin tones and preferences for a more inclusive cosmetic industry. - **Online Retail:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop e-commerce platforms that offer an extensive range of blush and highlighter duos to meet the growing demand for versatile makeup options. - **Beauty and Personal Care:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create innovative blush and highlighter products that address the desire for a sun-kissed appearance year-round, capturing a larger market share within the beauty and personal care industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Skincare-Infused Blushes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blush-butter-balm.md) - [Festive Cosmetics Gift-Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/festive-cosmetics-giftsets-winky-luxs-new-holiday-gift-sets-have-great-valu.md) - [Multidimensional Brightening Blushes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kosas-blush-is-life.md) - [2-In-1 Cosmetic Powders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/getset-blur-set-matte.md) - [Summer Blush Colors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-pocket-blush-colors.md) - [Painterly Marbled Blushes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bisou-blush.md) - [Charitable Cosmetic Duos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blush-highlighter1.md) - [Multi-Purpose Blush Product Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ontheglow-blush.md) - [Highlighting Liquid Blushes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheek-kiss-liquid-blush-glow.md)