How to choose the perfect lip gloss?

What to Look for in a Lip Gloss

• Pigment

Avoid a very light or subtle look unless you are going for a highly pigmented makeup. It should stand out.

• Comfort

Every gloss is different and will feel differently on your lips. This is why it’s so important to pay attention how the gloss feels. Lin says that the texture of the gloss is important as it will affect how comfortable the gloss feels on your lips. You don’t want a gloss with a lot of sticky residue or one that is too goopy.

• Extra benefits

It’s okay to add some pampering to your lip gloss routine. Make sure you choose one with extra skincare benefits. Expert says, “Ask yourself whether it contains skincare ingredients that are good to your lips or if the benefits such as hydration and plumping are included before you buy it.”

How can you apply lip gloss?

It’s all about personal preference and how you like it to look. Hahn explains that lip gloss is applied to the middle of my top lip and bottom lip. “Whenever I apply it to my outer corners of the mouth, I run into the problem of the product smudging past the lip line and creating the famous lip gloss ring around my inner corners.”

Does lip gloss dry out your lips?

It all depends on what product you use. Hahn says that glosses with moisturizing and nourishing ingredients will keep your lips hydrated throughout the day.

How long can lip gloss last?

Lip gloss doesn’t stay on for very long. Hahn explains that gloss usually needs to be reapplied every three to four hours. It’s difficult for a gloss not to wear off, especially if you are constantly talking, eating, and drinking.

Top lip glosses to buy

Best Shimmer: Artist Couture Plush Pout Lip Gloss

This option is for those who like their lips to shine a bit more. It gives your lips a gorgeous high-shine, glossy finish and a nonsticky formula. It gives your lips a fuller look and can be used with your favorite lipstick for a more wearable, daytime look.

Jouer Cosmetics High-Purity Pearl Lip Gloss is the Best Non-Sticky

This lip gloss is a favorite of Hahn. It contains moisturizing ingredients like jojoba oil to keep lips hydrated and smooth. He says that there are many shades available and each gloss has a pearlescent finish. They don’t feel sticky. We also love the doe-foot applicator which was specifically designed for everyone, even those with disabilities.

Best Splurge: Chanel Rouge Coco Gloss

This Chanel Beauty lip gloss may be expensive, but it is well worth the investment. It’s a light, non-sticky formula that applies flawlessly. This is why you should love it. It leaves your lips feeling visibly smoother, and comes with a dual-sided applicator that allows for precise application. It comes in 26 shades.

ILIA Balmy Lip Oil Tinted with Balmy Gloss is the best moisturizing

The naturally occurring polysaccharide Hyaluronic acid can be found in the human body. It is a lubricant and cushioning agent that acts on our joints, skin, eyes, and nerves. It acts as a moisture binder in skincare. This means it attaches to water in cells and attracts water from the air, making them plump.
Are you constantly dealing with chapped, dry lips? The ILIA gloss is exactly what you need. The ILIA gloss’s trio of moisturizing ingredients including hyaluronic acids claims it can lock in moisture and improve hydration. It leaves lips soft and smooth and gives them a beautiful pigmentation and shine.

Final Verdict

The subtle color and sheen of lip glosses is what makes them a must-have makeup item. Two of our favorite lip glosses are the Kaja Glossshot Hydrating Lip Gloss, and Fenty Beauty Gloss Bomb Universal Lip Luminizer. Both have excellent formulas and come in a variety of shades that are suitable for all skin types. ILIA Balmy Gloss Tinted Lip Oil is the best choice for those who want to give their lips a lot of moisture. It contains a trio of hydrating ingredients including hyaluronic acids to lock in moisture and maintain hydration.