What are the best lip glosses?
If you're looking to create the illusion of fuller looking lips, lip gloss is the answer. Not only do lip glosses leave an enviable, glass-like shine, create dimension and give the impression of a plumper pout, they're also often packed with hydrating and nourishing ingredients that lock in moisture to naturally enhance your lips.
A far cry from the ultra-sticky formulas you may have had when you were younger, modern day lip glosses are designed to feel lightweight and comfortable, with many formulas offering long-lasting wear for that shimmering look all day long.
Not sure which are the best ones to know about? We have handpicked some of our favourite lip glosses that should definitely be making their way into your makeup bag!
1. Kylie Cosmetics High Gloss Lip Gloss 3.3ml (Various Shades)
Feel instantly hydrated with the lightweight, plush formula that glides on effortlessly and leaves your lips feeling super soft and kissable for up to 12 hours. Enriched with a blend of emollients that work to coat your pout with a gel-like glaze, achieve a glowy wash of colour and shine in just one swipe.
2. KIKO Milano 3D Hydra Lipgloss 6.5ml (Various Shades)
The KIKO Milano 3D Hydra Lipglosses has just landed – and we are very pleased about it! Formulated to glide effortlessly across the lips, the glossy formula creates a plumping effect, whilst working to soften the skin, revealing a fresh, shiny pout. What’s more, the radiant, pearl-like lip gloss is available in a variety of colours and finishes, allowing you to achieve your desired makeup look!
3. Glow Hub Gen Gleam Collagen Up Lip Gloss 3ml (Various Shades)
Unlock your juiciest- looking pout yet with the Glow Hub Gen Gleam Lip Gloss, a nourishing gloss that offers a high-shine vinyl finish. Enriched with jojoba seed oil and vitamin E to hydrate the lips, whilst peptides work to promote a plumping effect. This glowing lip gloss is bound to be your latest glossy lip staple!
4. Maybelline Lifter Gloss Hydrating Lip Gloss with Hyaluronic Acid 5g (Various Shades)
Plump up your pout with the Maybelline Lifter Gloss Hydrating Lip Gloss with Hyaluronic Acid, infused with hyaluronic acid for a surge of moisture. Sweep this volume boosting lip gloss across you lips for a delicate touch of high-shine colour and ultra-comfortable wear.12765005
5. Too Faced Lip Injection Maximum Plump Lip Plumper 4g
Designed to push your pout to the extreme, the Too Faced Lip Injection Maximum Plump Lip Plumper visibly fills and adds volume to your lips, smoothing out the appearance of lines. The formula contains nourishing and hydrating ingredients that keep lips moisturised and comfortable whilst it adds definition and shine.
6. Bobbi Brown Crushed Oil-Infused Lip Gloss (Various Shades)
7. NYX Professional Makeup Butter Gloss (Various Shades)
8. MAC Lipglass Lip Gloss (Various Shades)
9. L'Oréal Paris Glow Paradise Balm-in-Gloss 7ml (Various Shades)
10. Armani Lip Maestro Satin Lip Gloss 10ml (Various Shades)
The Armani Giorgio Armani Lip Maestro Satin Lip Gloss is a multi-dimensional, dazzling lip colour that hydrates and cushions the lips. The long-lasting gloss feels comfortable and leaves your pout looking bolder and with a pop of colour.
My large family of mainly women has made me passionate about all things beauty from a young age: from routines passed down from my grandmother, to trying the latest products and trends. After training as an MUA at MAC Cosmetics, my love for makeup has now evolved into making sure my skincare creates the perfect canvas for any look. I love anything that can make my base feel fresh & bright while accentuating my features – Bobbi Brown's Face Base is my holy grail at the moment!