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Best Gloss to Balm
Glow Recipe Plum Plump Hyaluronic Acid Lip Gloss Balm
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Best Gloss to Balm
Glow Recipe Plum Plump Hyaluronic Acid Lip Gloss Balm
Pros
Thick texture
Hydrating
Cons
Customer reviews note bad taste
Makeup meets skincare with Glow Recipe's Plum Plump Hyaluronic Acid Lip Gloss Balm. Achieve nonsticky glossy lips with this hydrating balm that helps revive dryness.
Customer review: "It’s so good and it feels so nice on ur lips! new fav."
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Best Smoothing Gloss
Physicians Formula Mineral Wear® Diamond Gloss Crystal Clear
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Best Smoothing Gloss
Physicians Formula Mineral Wear® Diamond Gloss Crystal Clear
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Pros
Leaves a nice shine
Cons
Customer reviews note issues with packaging
No matter if you're puckering up for a duck face selfie or giving your bestie a smooch on the cheek, you want your lips to be smooth and supple. This smoothing gloss uses mineral water and vitamin E to hydrate dry, dull lips.
Customer review: "This was like wearing crystal glass on my lips. It lasted long and didn't have a bad smell or taste."
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Best Long-wear Formula
Yves Saint Laurent Candy Glaze Lip Gloss Stick
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Best Long-wear Formula
Yves Saint Laurent Candy Glaze Lip Gloss Stick
Pros
Moisturizing
Subtle tint
Cons
Customer reviews note issues with the applicator
Our bestie, TikTok influencer Alix Earle is head over heels for YSL Beauty's Candy Glaze Lip Gloss Stick. The college grad said it's "literally the perfect gloss" because "it's not sticky, but it's so hydrating" in a recent GRWM.
Customer review: "I received this product to try for free. I am wildly obsessed with it! It’s nourishing and comfortable. I love using it as a lip mask while I’m getting ready. Once I am ready, I put a lipstick on over the balm to help sheer out the lipstick and add shine. I plan to repurchase this in another color when my first one is out."
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Best Non-Sticky Formula
KYLIE COSMETICS High Gloss
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Best Non-Sticky Formula
KYLIE COSMETICS High Gloss
Pros
Light scent
Customer reviews note large glitter flakes
This bestselling, Kylie-approved product single-handedly renewed interest in a glossy lip, purely because of the non-sticky formula. It feels smooth on the lips but still gives off that super reflective shine.
Customer review: "This is the first lipstick that actually looks like it's pictured! I will be back as a returning customer and recommend the shade "Daddy's Girl" for a great glossy shine and color."
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Cult-Favorite Gloss
Glossier Lip Gloss
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Cult-Favorite Gloss
Glossier Lip Gloss
Pros
Nice texture
Cons
Customer reviews note issues with the applicator
This fan-fave clear gloss delivers that perfect glassy shine. It can be worn alone or layered over lipstick and liner. The formula has added Vitamin E, so you’re moisturizing with every swipe.
Customer review: "ABSOLUTELY loveee my new lip gloss! It's the perfect amount of gloss and the perfect amount of sticky. It's gorgeous on top of a lip stain! makes my lips look a little bit plumper too! YAY!"
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Best Glitter Gloss
Half Magic MAGIC DRIP LIP GLOSS
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Best Glitter Gloss
Half Magic MAGIC DRIP LIP GLOSS
Pros
Nice shiny pigment
Layers well
Leave a little glow everywhere you go with Half Magic's Magic Drip. This dazzling glitter gloss is rich and delivers out-of-this-world shine.
Customer review: "This lip gloss is beautiful! It has the best name and matches everything. It’s not sticky, and the shimmer is super pretty."
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Best Cooling Gloss
Fenty Beauty Gloss Bomb Ice Cooling Lip Luminizer
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Best Cooling Gloss
Fenty Beauty Gloss Bomb Ice Cooling Lip Luminizer
Pros
Light scent
Cons
Some customer reviews note sensitivity to the cooling sensation
Bad Gal Riri knocked this one out of the park. The Fenty Gloss Bomb Ice Cooling Lip Luminzer provides a glitzy gloss and a minty cooling effect.
Customer review: "Just got my gloss today n I really love it the quality of it is great n it smells so amazing n lips feel so smooth n moisturizing…Rihanna did her thang with this gloss…definitely will be my go to gloss n will buy more…Fenty u got a customer 4life."
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Best Buttery Gloss
Buxom Plumping Lip Cream Gloss
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Best Buttery Gloss
Buxom Plumping Lip Cream Gloss
Pros
Subtle plumping
Cons
Only sold in-store
Lather up on this internet-famous gloss to get bigger lips naturally. The plumping ingredients work so well that Buxom's polish has earned a 4.7-star rating on Ulta. And did I mention it comes in 104 different shades? Because, YEAH.
Customer review: "I'm obsessed with this colour! It plumps my lips and it's more of a creamy texture as well instead of a full gloss, which I prefer."
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Best Buttery Gloss
NYX Butter Gloss Non-Sticky Lip Gloss
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Best Buttery Gloss
NYX Butter Gloss Non-Sticky Lip Gloss
Pros
Applies smooth
Cons
Customer reviews note gritty texture
The NYX Butter Gloss lives up to its name with a buttery-soft application and pigment that pops. Shop this tube in a massive 23-color shade range, with a nude tint for basically every skin tone.
Customer review: "Goes on like butter, very smooth, easy to use (no dragging) & good color payoff."
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Best Whipped Gloss
Beauty Bakerie Lip Whip Gloss
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Best Whipped Gloss
Beauty Bakerie Lip Whip Gloss
Pros
Hydrating
High shine
Cons
Customer reviews note that this gloss rubs off easily
Fans report that this lovely frost offers a subtle shimmer while the formula keeps your lips feeling moisturized but not sticky.
Customer review: "I'm a gloss junkie. I own far too many and wear it every day. This may be the best gloss I have ever used. I own so many that I never use them until they're gone. I did with this one."
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Best Lightweight Gloss
UOMA Beauty Boss Gloss Liquid Marble
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Best Lightweight Gloss
UOMA Beauty Boss Gloss Liquid Marble
Pros
Leaves a nice stain
Buildable
Cons
Customer reviews note issues with color payoff
With 4.6 stars on Ulta, this tube is guaranteed to give you the shine you're looking for. Shop seven rich berry hues to find the perfect shade for you.
Customer review: "I have this in the color Passion, which is not on this website anymore, apparently...I love the smell, texture, and look of this. It is smooth, not super sticky like traditional gloss and the color is a beautiful nudish brown color which gets deeper if you apply more than 1 coat. I would really love a clear version of this for these WFH days :)."
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Best Long-Lasting Gloss
NYX Cosmetics Shine Loud High Shine Lip Color
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Best Long-Lasting Gloss
NYX Cosmetics Shine Loud High Shine Lip Color
There's a reason this product went viral on TikTok — it's an amazing lippie that lasts up to 16 hours. The NYX Shine Loud Pro Pigment Lip Shine is a product that requires a two-step process — first, you lay down the pigment and let it set for 30 seconds. Then, layer the gloss on top for a kiss-proof shine. This product also claims to stand against smudging and bleeding.
Customer review: "Love the color of it. If you let it dry and then add the clear coat, it works just fine. The applicator is perfect for me I actually found it easy to use. Make sure you don’t have chapped lips always moisturize first."
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Best Pink Gloss
AboutFace Light Lock Lip Gloss
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Best Pink Gloss
AboutFace Light Lock Lip Gloss
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Pros
Hydrating
Cons
Customer reviews note minimal shine
This gloss has the *prettiest* opalescent reflects that make your lips look glossy and glittery. This gloss is definitely worth it 'cause you'll feel like you're the star of the show.
Customer review: "Lovely, light and moisturizing gloss. Looks great with or without liner."
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Best Natural Gloss
Burt's Bees Lip Shine
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Best Natural Gloss
Burt's Bees Lip Shine
Pros
Light shine
Cons
Customer reviews note color payoff is lighter than anticipated
Burt’s Bees is known for its products that are both good-looking and good for you. Infused with apricot kernel and sunflower seed oil, this gloss adds subtle shine and color. The extra-hydrating effect will have your lips feeling silky smooth, even after.
Customer review: "I think I’ve bought every last tube of Flutter available. Please bring it back, my stockpile won’t last forever!!"
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Best Pink Lip Oil Gloss
Haus Labs PhD Hybrid Lip Oil
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Best Pink Lip Oil Gloss
Haus Labs PhD Hybrid Lip Oil
Pros
Wide shade range
Leaves lips soft
Cons
Small size
Lady Gaga has not only provided us with bops over the years — she's also coming through with one of the best lip glosses on the market. The PhD Hybrid Lip Oil from her beauty brand, Haus Laboratories, comes in various shades, but this bright pink oil is sure to keep all eyes on you.
Customer review: "It is nourishing and keeps lips moist for longer duration than a lip balm.."
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Best Shade Range
SEPHORA COLLECTION Glossed Lip Gloss
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Best Shade Range
SEPHORA COLLECTION Glossed Lip Gloss
Pros
Wide shade range
Hydrating
Cons
Customer reviews note sticky texture
This brand is super on the affordable side at $12, and the quality is beyond impressive. Choose from 28 (!!!) different shades of glossy goodness in neutral shades and statement colors.
Customer review: "I been using this gloss for 2 years and it’s the best. It’s so long lasting and hydrating! definitely worth the price!!! I used it so much the letters rubbed off."
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Best Drugstore Gloss
Revlon Revlon Super Lustrous The Gloss
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Best Drugstore Gloss
Revlon Revlon Super Lustrous The Gloss
Pros
Applies smooth
Doesn't leave sticky or gummy texture
Cons
Customer reviews note concerns about the gloss' pigment
Yet another affordable winner, Revlon nails it with this Vitamin E-infused formula. Shop this sparkle at pretty much any Target, Walmart, Walgreens, and other drugstores.
Customer review: "This is my all time favorite gloss for years. I've tried so many and always go back to this one. I usually get snow pink with glitter and it's absolutely beautiful. You cannot feel the glitter at all, and the gloss is smooth, not sticky."
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Best Glossy Oil
Ami Colé Lip Treatment Oil
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Best Glossy Oil
Ami Colé Lip Treatment Oil
Pros
Natural shine
Applies smooth
Cons
Some customer reviews note sticky texture
If you want to get technical, this isn't a gloss either, but it still gives a pretty, natural-looking shine with subtle reflections. It also has a blend of passion fruit and baobab seed oils to hydrate and maintain moisture, ultimately making your lips super soft.
Customer review: "I love this stuff! I previously purchased Bliss and it’s so pretty! The color Smitten is a great bright but sheer color. I like the fairly thick texture because it lasts a long time and is very hydrating. Absolutely in LOVE with these lip pies!"
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Best Glassy Gloss
Danessa Myricks Beauty Colorfix Eye, Cheek & Lip Cream Pigment
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Best Glassy Gloss
Danessa Myricks Beauty Colorfix Eye, Cheek & Lip Cream Pigment
Pros
Multipurpose
Doesn't have a gooey texture
Cons
Customer reviews note patchy texture if it is not blended thoroughly
There's one word to describe this gloss: unbelievable. It glides on easily, it's thin and shiny without being goopy, and lasts for hours. Conveniently, you can also use this product on different areas of the face, and it's avail in three different finishes, too. So, if you're looking for a natural-looking gloss to give you glass skin and lips, look no further.
Customer review: "Love the color and wear of this product. Great for an eye shadow, cheek contour, and lip stain! Highly recommend!"
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LANEIGE LANEIGE Lip Sleeping Mask Intense Hydration with Vitamin C Mango 0.7 oz / 20 g
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LANEIGE LANEIGE Lip Sleeping Mask Intense Hydration with Vitamin C Mango 0.7 oz / 20 g

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