Picture this, you’re running out the door, doing your final ‘got everything’ check. Keys? Got ’em. Phone? Chronically in hand (OFC). Lip gloss? Undoubtedly at least one in the bottom of the bag, right? With this trifecta of essentials we can go about our day.
We don’t know why but whenever we go to get our glosses from our bag, they’ve somehow made their way to the absolute bottom, no matter where we put them! Thankfully we always have about six on hand to riffle through to choose from (we aren’t picking favourites here!).
But in case you need some more to add to the collection (because, um obvs you do), let’s see what luscious lip glosses we’ve got in store. Does anyone even wear lipsticks anymore?
2024’s Top 3 Lip Glosses
- DIOR Addict Lip Maximizer Plumping Gloss, $64, Sephora
- Fenty Beauty Gloss Bomb Universal Lip Luminizer, $36, Sephora
- NYX Professional Makeup Fat Oil Lip Drip in ‘Follow Back’, $19.99, Adore Beauty
DIOR Addict Lip Maximizer Plumping Gloss
From $64 at Sephora
We’re putting this on our ‘in our dreams’ list. Because boy does it cost way too much. But we’re still desperate to have it in our (extensive) collection. Why? Because aside from the fact that it’s literally Dior (big drawcard), it’s majorly hydrating (read: seriously glossy) and the fun formula works to plump up your pout.
Key features:
- 90 per cent natural ingredients
- Plumps up your pout
- Keeps your lips hydrated for ages (24 hours apparently)
Available at:
- $64 from Sephora
- $64 from Myer
- $64 from Adore Beauty
Fenty Beauty Gloss Bomb Universal Lip Luminizer
$36 at Sephora
We don’t mean to alarm you, but Rihanna herself literally chose these glossy shades. Okay, it is her brand after all. But still, the high-impact gloss that’ll coat your lips is co-signed by Rihanna, slay. The nourishing formula is second to only its epically delish fragrance (peach and vanilla), yum!
Key features:
- Knowing that Rih hand-picked the colours
- Enriched with conditioning shea butter
- Addictive peach/vanilla fragrance
Available at:
- $36 from Sephora
- $36 from Fenty Beauty
NYX Professional Makeup Fat Oil Lip Drip in ‘Follow Back’
From $19.99 at Adore Beauty
Have you been seeing the iconic revival of the ’90s brown chocolate lips all over your socials? So have we. That’s why we’ve gone and sussed out this gloss. Okay, it’s technically an oil, but the comfortable formula feels more ‘hydrating gloss’ adjacent to us. Layer the shade ‘Follow Back’ over a brown lip liner and you’ve nailed the aesthetic.
Key features:
- Non-sticky feel
- Seriously glossy finish
- Vegan
Available at:
- $19.99 from Adore Beauty
- $11.99 (usually $19.99) from Priceline
- $16.99 (usually $19.99) from Chemist Warehouse
Maybelline Lifter Gloss Hydrating Lip Gloss
From $18.95 at Adore Beauty
If you feel like your pout needs a little extra fullness, a) no it doesn’t you look amazing and b) your lip gloss can literally give you the appearance of cosmetically-enhanced looking lips with a simple swipe. The incredibly high-shine (and non-sticky) formula comes in a wide range of shades and finished. But none of that 2000s *shudders* frost anywhere in sight.
Key features:
- Infused with hyaluronic acid
- Single swipe is enough (like too much gloss is a thing)
- Range of shades
Available at:
- $18.95 from Adore Beauty
- $20.99 from Priceline
- $10.50 (usually $21) from Woolworths
BANGN BODY Lip & Cheek Gloss Balm
From $28 at Sephora
In a tip we once learnt from Sadie Sink, lipsticks make incredible blushes. So, it kind of comes as no great surprise that someone has finally released a lip-to-cheek gloss. With an unbelievable ‘glow from within’ kind of gloss factor, you’re going to want to coat your whole face in it. Okay, bit much, but just about.
Key features:
- Multi-use lip and cheek gloss
- Majorly hydrating ingredients
- Smells (and tastes) like vanilla chai (yum!)
Available at:
- $28 from Sephora
- $28 from Bangn Body
Summer Fridays Dream Lip Oil
From $43 at MECCA
If natural is your thing, but you still want (and need) a gorgeous gloss, then this oil-meets-gloss formula is for you. The blend of natural nourishing ingredients is seriously legit (plant-based collagen and vitamin E to name a few). Plus the brand has major celeb-clout, and that’s always a winner.
Key features:
- Vegan oil complex
- Seriously soft lips
- Line blurring colour
Available at:
- $43 from MECCA
Lipstick vs Lip Gloss?
Like Queen Serena van der Woodsen once said, “lipstick lasts longer, but gloss is more fun”. And while the gloss back in the millennials’ days was fun, it was seriously fast-wearing. We’re talking a sip of water and you’d need to reapply kinds of levels. Luckily for us, that’s not the case, with the formulas promising much longer wear. So, if you’re looking for a fun, flirty lip, then gloss is ya girl.
Main Image Credit: @haileybieber
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