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National Post
09-07-2025
- Lifestyle
- National Post
Beauty Buzz: The 3 best beauty products we tried this week from Clarins, Josie Maran and Biossance
Article content We try dozens of beauty products each month. These were our testers' three favourite products this week: Article content Article content They say: A three-in-one eye serum from Biossance that features a blend of niacinamide, vitamin C, and caffeine to hydrate, de-puff and brighten the eye area. The serum features a 360-degree Lymphatic Roller applicator to help cool and 'refresh' skin during application. Article content Article content They say: A sunscreen from the French brand Clarins that features a sun protection factor of 30. The major draw to this broad-spectrum formula is its dry-to-the-touch and matte finish. Article content We say: Sunscreen is a year-round must-have in every skin care routine. But we get that not everyone loves the feeling of some sunscreen formulas. This formula is a must-try for those who don't like the slippery feel or added shine of some face sunscreen options. Our tester found the product had a velvety feeling on skin that stayed lightweight, even with makeup applied overtop. True to its claims, it gave skin a nice matte finish, too. Article content Article content Article content Josie Maran Cali Collection fragrance Article content They say: A new fragrance collection featuring four scents — Golden Hour, Bohemian Fig, Vanilla Vibezzz and Topless Tangerine. The fragrances are formulated using 100 per cent natural scent oils, according to the company, along with argan oil and jojoba, to nourish skin and hair where applied. Article content
Vancouver Sun
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Vancouver Sun
Beauty Buzz: The 3 best beauty products we tried this week from Clarins, Josie Maran and Biossance
We try dozens of beauty products each month. These were our testers' three favourite products this week: They say: A three-in-one eye serum from Biossance that features a blend of niacinamide, vitamin C, and caffeine to hydrate, de-puff and brighten the eye area. The serum features a 360-degree Lymphatic Roller applicator to help cool and 'refresh' skin during application. We say: This serum is like a nap in a squeeze tube. Our tester applied it to her eye area after a long-haul flight and found it provided instant hydration and a pick-me-up to skin. The cooling applicator adds the bonus of a mini massage during application. With use, she found her eye area appeared moisturized and less puffy. Discover the best of B.C.'s recipes, restaurants and wine. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder. The next issue of West Coast Table will soon be in your inbox. Please try again Interested in more newsletters? Browse here. $55 | Sephora , Biossance They say: A sunscreen from the French brand Clarins that features a sun protection factor of 30. The major draw to this broad-spectrum formula is its dry-to-the-touch and matte finish. We say: Sunscreen is a year-round must-have in every skin care routine. But we get that not everyone loves the feeling of some sunscreen formulas. This formula is a must-try for those who don't like the slippery feel or added shine of some face sunscreen options. Our tester found the product had a velvety feeling on skin that stayed lightweight, even with makeup applied overtop. True to its claims, it gave skin a nice matte finish, too. $38 | They say: A new fragrance collection featuring four scents — Golden Hour, Bohemian Fig, Vanilla Vibezzz and Topless Tangerine. The fragrances are formulated using 100 per cent natural scent oils, according to the company, along with argan oil and jojoba, to nourish skin and hair where applied. We say: These summer-approved fragrances feature a milky, emulsion-like consistency that helps to extend the fragrance on skin and strands. Our tester found the scents lingered nicely throughout the day. While the fruit-forward fragrances are all stunning, our tester reports it was the Bohemian Fig, which features a mix of fig, vanilla, vetiver and more, as her top pick. $38 | Josie Maran , Sephora
Forbes
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
PHLUR's Chriselle Lim On Why Hair And Body Mists Are Trending, Plus 16 To Spritz
PHLUR Peach Skin Hair & Body Fragrance Mist PHLUR Perfume is meant to be worn year-round. But in heat of summer, it's a good idea to lighten up with everything and that includes fragrance. That might explain why hair and body mists, a lighter alternative to perfume, are exploding right now. 'I find hair and body mists to be super versatile, they're fresh, light and easy to use,' says Chriselle Lim, Co-Owner and Creative Director of PHLUR. 'They're the perfect way to add fragrance to your day without feeling too heavy or formal, and they're great for layering. There's also something playful and approachable about them. It's a little luxury that feels accessible, and I think that really resonates with people right now and reflects a broader shift towards embracing elevation and self-expression in our beauty routines.' Josie Maran Vanilla Vibezzz Fragrance Mist Josie Maran No stranger to the trend, PHLUR has expanded their presence in the category. 'Launching body mists felt like a natural next step for PHLUR as we're always thinking about ways to make fragrance more approachable and expanding the ways you can bring fragrance into different parts of your day,' Lim says. 'With body mists, we wanted to give people more ways to express themselves through fragrance. Body mists are a lighter, more effortless way to enjoy scent, while still delivering the quality and complexity our customers expect from PHLUR. I personally love layering our body mists with our eau de parfums. I use the eau de parfum as a base on my pulse points and then apply the mist to my hair and clothes for a subtle, fresh layer. My favorite combo right now is PHLUR Beach Skin Hair & Body Mist and Missing Person Eau de Parfum.' So what exactly makes hair and body mists unique from perfumes? 'The main difference is in the fragrance concentration,' Lim says. 'Body mists are meant to be more subtle and light, and so carry a lower concentration of fragrance oil than eau de parfums. With our PHLUR Body Mists though, we actually formulate with a much higher fragrance load than is typical for body mists—it was important for us that our body mists have a stronger projection and last longer, so customers still get that bold, unexpected PHLUR scent experience.' Start spritzing with these top new hair and body mists. PHLUR Peach Skin Hair & Body Fragrance Mist PHLUR Imagine sipping a fresh, juicy mimosa al fresco while basking in the sun and you have this soft, sweet (but not too sweet), velvety scent. 'We hadn't formulated a fruity gourmand in over a year, and I was craving a scent that captured a summer feeling but with a juicy, fruity twist,' Lim says. 'I love that Peach Skin isn't a straightforward peach—it is fresh, juicy, velvety, like biting into a ripe peach, but it is layered with beautiful florals and a woody, creamy base that elevates the fragrance. I love to take a twist on nostalgic fragrances, and I feel like it's hard to get a peach scent that doesn't feel too juvenile. We worked tirelessly on Peach Skin and am so proud of what we created. It's sophisticated, yet flirty and entirely addictive.' Notes of peach are rounded out with plum, amber, bergamot, jasmine, vanilla orchid, milky sandalwood and coconut caramel. $38, Josie Maran Bohemian Fig Fragrance Mist Josie Maran Josie Maran Bohemian Fig Fragrance Mist When clean beauty queen Josie Maran relaunched her brand last year to be more eco-friendly, she did so with new fragrances inspired by growing up in California. Now all four scents are available in fragrance mist format, made with 100% natural ingredients and designed to be super hydrating with argan oil and jojoba. Bohemian Fig feels like a night out in a tropical town with fig, vetiver and vanilla orchid. Layer them with her body products or wear them solo. $26, Dior Miss Dior Blooming Bouquet Hair Mist Dior Dior Miss Dior Blooming Bouquet Hair Mist When you really want to give your scent staying power, apply both a perfume and a mist. In this case, opt for the classic Miss Dior Blooming Bouquet Hair Mist, an alcohol-free hair perfume infused with rosewater to scent your locks in the gorgeous floral. After applying the eau de toilette to skin, spritz on the hair mist for a lasting trail. $82, Nest Santa Barbara Strawberry Nest Nest Santa Barbara Strawberry The sensation of warm summer afternoons is evoked with every spritz of this light and luminous body spray. To balance the scent of Santa Barbara strawberries, the fruity floral adds pink peony and solar woods. The formula contains baobab oil to give it nourishing staying power. $39, Heretic Dirty Mango Body and Hair Mist Heretic Heretic Dirty Mango Body and Hair Mist Who knew mango could be so sultry and spicy? Though most body mists tend to be perfect for day wear, this could easily work after dark too. Tropical and exotic, it mixes mango with mandarin and bergamot for a citrus touch, with a heart of black currant and a base of creamy musks and blonde woods. $36, NOYZ Salty Hair + Body Fragrance Mist NOYZ NOYZ Salty Hair + Body Fragrance Mist Take your vacation with you whenever you spritz this on. A beach day in a bottle, the minimalist scent features pink sea salt, coconut water, pineapple, waterlily, driftwood and sea moss. $42, YSL Beauty Libre Hair Mist YSL Beauty YSL Beauty Libre Hair Mist Your hair will smell as good as it looks with the bold floral scent of Libre in hair mist format. Infused with pomegranate extract sourced from YSL's very own gardens in Morocco, the nourishing formula softens strands, leaving them extra silky and shiny. $65, Glossier Sandstone Body Spritz Glossier Glossier Sandstone Body Spritz Bright and fresh, it's easy to see how the Big Sur California coast—where mountains meet the ocean—served as its muse. Herbaceous and grounding, it opens with fig leaf and lavandin, has a heart of clary sage and geranium, and a base of sandalwood and coconut milk. $35, Ellis Brooklyn Banana Milkshake Hair and Body Fragrance Mist Ellis Brooklyn Ellis Brooklyn Banana Milkshake Hair and Body Fragrance Mist Skip dessert and spritz on this limited-edition deliciousness while you can. Sweet yet sophisticated, this olfactive treat blends musk melon, banana milk and vanilla orchid. $35, Maison Louis Marie Fruit du Dragon Hair and Body Mist Maison Louis Marie Maison Louis Marie Fruit du Dragon Hair and Body Mist Known for their botanical heritage, it's no surprise that Maison Louis Marie's mists are meant to nourish hair and skin with hyaluronic acid, seaweed extract and sodium PCA. This bright fruity scent spotlights pink dragonfruit, along with bergamot, strawberry, jasmine, peach blossoms, wild peonies, davana flower and warm woods. $28, Lavanila Vanilla Coconut Healthy Hair + Body Perfume Mist Lavanila Lavanila Vanilla Coconut Healthy Hair + Body Perfume Mist It doesn't just smell good—it also does good with pure natural ingredients like jojoba oil that hydrate skin and hair with every spritz. Vanilla mingles with tiare flower for a sweet tropical vibe. $24, Snif Hot Cakes + Toppings Layering Bundle Snif Snif Hot Cakes + Toppings Layering Bundle One of the best things about fragrance mists is they're often meant to be layered and mixed and matched. That's especially true for this set, which comes with Snif's Hot Cakes eau de toilette and a trio of their first body mist 'toppings,' including Extra Whip, Hazel Split and Berry Styles. It's the best argument for breakfast all day. $74, MIX:BAR Sugared Violet Hair & Body Mist David Weiss Photography MIX:BAR Sugared Violet Hair & Body Mist Sweet and romantic, you'll fall in love with this blend of sugared berries, violet petals and creamy sandalwood. $12, Florence by Mills Coastal Chic Amber Fleur Hair & Body Mist Florence by Mills Florence by Mills Coastal Chic Amber Fleur Hair & Body Mist Yes, this versatile mist really does give off coastal chic vibes. You can thank the sea mist accord for that, which is paired with a golden amber and creamy monoi to evoke slow, sunny days at the shore. $18, Evereden Supernova Evereden Evereden Supernova It's not just skincare—Gen Z and Gen Alpha are getting into practically every beauty category and Evereden is meeting them where they are with fragrances developed specifically for tweens and teens. A cornerstone of the brand is their strict safety standards for babies and kids, formulated in their in-house labs and created by Moms in Medicine, a scientific board of leading dermatologist moms from Harvard and Stanford University that has banned over 2,200 harmful ingredients. Moms will want to steal their kids' hair and body mist when it comes to Supernova, a bright and bubbly candied pear that is sweet with just enough sophistication. $23, Blake Brown Hair and Body Refresh Mist Blake Brown Blake Brown Hair and Body Refresh Mist After launching a hair care line known for its scents, it makes sense for Blake Lively to expand into a hair and body mist. Wild Nectar Santal is rich and creamy, with top notes of neroli and cardamom, a heart of lily of the valley and nectar, and a base of cedarwood and Madagascar vanilla. $18.99,
Forbes
29-06-2025
- Lifestyle
- Forbes
Pamper Your Skin From Head To Toe With 29 Top New Body Products
Bloomeffects Tulipscreen Whipped Butter Crème Consuelo Edeling Photography Year-round we remember to take care of the skin on our face, but during the summer our body has its moment in the sun. You'll want to pamper your skin from head to toe for the occasion. Treat the rest of your body the same as your face by nourishing it with a full skincare routine. We're talking everything from enriching cleansers and scrubs to serums, butters, lotions, sunscreen and so much more. These are the top new body products for summer 2025 to keep your body looking and feeling great all season. Josie Maran Golden Hour Whipped Argan Oil Body Butter Josie Maran A long-time skincare staple, this body butter recently got an eco-friendly makeover, keeping all of the perks of the OG formula like nourishing argan oil, but with refillable packaging. Now it's available in a new scent, Golden Hour, that captures the most magical time of day with amber and white musk. $36, Fur Chafe Cushion Fur Nothing ruins fun in the sun like chafed skin. Stop it before it starts by swiping on this anti-chafe stick that creates an invisible barrier to protect skin from friction. The stick glides on to skin, has a dry-touch feel and can be applied practically anywhere. It has sunflower seed wax to cushion skin, niacinamide and licorice root extract to reduce redness and prevent discoloration, volcanic ash to absorb sweat and chamomile to soothe. $20, Beau Domaine The Hand & Nail Cream Beau Domaine Wine isn't just good for the soul—in this case it's also good for your hands. Infused with moisturizing and soothing grape water from the Perrin Family vineyards, this anti-aging hand cream minimizes dark spots while improving moisture. Featuring upcycled active ingredients, rich antioxidants and organic olive oil and shea butter, it comes in eco-friendly packaging. $19, Aesop Eleos Nourishing Body Cleanser Aesop Aesop Eleos Nourishing Body Cleanser As Aesop's very first cream body wash, the emulsion-based formula transforms into a rich lather that hydrates even the thirstiest complexions. The blend of oils deeply nourishes and the herbaceous, woody scent spotlights cedar atlas, patchouli and clove bud. $53, Voesh Exfoliating Body Wash Voesh Voesh Exfoliating Body Wash Save yourself a step with this body wash that simultaneously exfoliates and cleanses. Pure sugar crystals and AHAs sourced from plants work to slough off skin, while natural botanical oils soothe and hydrate. It comes in four scents: Black Tea & Rose, Neroli & Patchouli, Hinoki & Lavanda and Fig & Amber. $19, AKT The Body Conditioning Balm AKT AKT The Body Conditioning Balm Known for their delightfully scented deodorants, AKT brings some of those fragrances to a body balm that firms and tones skin. It's made with olive squalane to hydrate, prebiotics to balance the microbiome and lactic acid to brighten. $37, Dove Brown Sugar and Coconut Butter Body Scrub Dove Dove Brown Sugar and Coconut Butter Body Scrub Body scrubs are booming and this one is leading the pack with its double-digit growth. You can thank the range of great scents, major hydration combined with exfoliation and new larger size. The formula boasts Dove's signature ¼ moisturizing cream. $8, Bloomeffects Tulipscreen Whipped Butter Crème Bloomeffects Bloomeffects Tulipscreen Whipped Butter Crème We all know that sunscreen is necessary every day, but if the texture has been putting you off, this cream for the face and body feels like a lush lotion that just happens to have SPF 50. Infused with the brand's signature Dutch Tulip Complex, it also contains hydrating hyaluronic acid, stevia and shea and jojoba oils. $52, eos Crème de Pistachio Body Lotion eos eos Crème de Pistachio Body Lotion Pistachio has been having a moment in the prestige perfume world and now the yummy gourmand scent is available in an accessible body lotion that still feels luxe. Created by master perfumers, it also has notes of toffee and woods for a sophisticated take on pistachio. $10, iota x Oishii Berry Body Lotion iota iota x Oishii Berry Body Lotion Last year iota and Oishii teamed up on a limited-edition Berry Body Wash that resulted in a waiting list in the thousands. Now it's back, along with a matching body lotion that are both loaded with vitamin C to brighten, salicylic acid to exfoliate and antioxidants to ward off signs of aging. The body lotion also contains rambutan, a plant-based retinol alternative, niacinamide and caffeine to smooth, brighten and leave skin glowing. The duo will leave your shower and your skin smelling like strawberries. $38, True Botanicals Chebula The Hand Cream True Botanicals True Botanicals Chebula The Hand Cream Rich yet not greasy, this leaves hands with a sheen and has an earthy, natural, calming scent. In addition to chebula, the formula also has emblica, niacinamide and hyaluronic acid to fight the signs of aging, brighten, hydrate and protect. $48, Tronque Triple Active Body Milk Tronque Tronque Triple Active Body Milk A triple threat, this lightweight ganache CHK sculpts, firms and hydrates. Clinically-proven ingredients team up to lift and tone skin, plus strengthen the barrier, leaving skin appearing more sculpted thanks to caffeine, green coffee, curry tree, artichoke and hyaluronic acid. The lightweight lotion sinks right into skin and has a pleasant subtle scent. $120, Oak Essentials Dream Bath Soak Oak Essentials Oak Essentials Dream Bath Soak Accurately named, this bath soak will send you off into a sweet slumber. The sustainably-sourced essential oils blend of lavender, chamomile and geranium not only is a soothing scent, but it also calms inflamed skin, relieves stress and promotes restful sleep. Meant to be used before bedtime, it also relieves muscle tension, reduces inflammation and softens skin with magnesium chloride from the Dead Sea and European sea salt. $45, Megababe Quick Shave No-Rinse Shave Stick Megababe Megababe Quick Shave No-Rinse Shave Stick Anyone who has ever tried to quickly dry shave their legs knows the red, bumpy and painful mess that can result in. Megababe founder Katie Sturino is an expert at solving these sorts of problems and the Quick Shave No-Rinse Shave Stick is the latest proof. The water-free, no-rinse stick creates a slippery barrier on the skin so that your razor can smoothly glide across, leaving skin smooth and hydrated with sea moss, hyaluronic acid and ginger root oil. $14, Guinot Hydrazone Body Scrub Guinot Guinot Hydrazone Body Scrub Quite the multitasker, this body scrub doesn't just exfoliate—it also softens skin with its deeply hydrating formula. It gets the job done with exfoliating particles made up of jojoba wax, bamboo and cellulose, while babassu oil and hydrocyte liposomes nourish. The gel formula can be used up to three times a week. $41, Brunel Awakening Body Oil Brunel Brunel Awakening Body Oil As a model, Jasmine Tookes knows how important it is to nourish and take care of her body. That's why she co-founded Bunel, a bodycare line rooted in self-care and healing rituals, along with Sabrina Castenfelt. This antioxidant-rich body oil has vitamins C and E, fatty acids and omegas 3, 6 and 9 to brighten, hydrate and fight dullness. Safflower, castor, coconut and jojoba oils leave skin glowing and gorgeous. The floral scent is warm and energizing, with notes of magnolia, coconut woods and amber. $48, Surface Deep Anti-Odorant Pads Surface Deep Surface Deep Anti-Odorant Pads Stop odors before they even start with these dermatologist-developed deodorant pads. The patented formula taps glycolic acid and probiotics to keep skin pH balanced while brightening and polishing. They wipe away odor-causing bacteria without leaving any residue behind. The pads are made from biodegradable plant-based fibers and the jar is made from post-consumer material. $29 for 50 pads, by / rosie jane Body Milk by / rosie jane by / rosie jane Body Milk Bodycare by by / rosie jane just got a major makeover driven by customer feedback, turning daily routines into wellness with new apothecary-inspired design, eco-friendly packaging and essential oil blends spiked with vitamin C superstar Kakadu plum oil. The body milk works as a toner, serum and moisturizer and also contains organic witch hazel and shea butter. It comes in three aromatherapy-inspired scents: Wake, Calm and Chill. $22, Malin + Goetz Chamomile Shave Cream Malin + Goetz Malin + Goetz Chamomile Shave Cream Chamomile has long been celebrated for its calming and soothing effects, making it the perfect ingredient to take center stage in a shaving cream. Meant to be used anywhere and everywhere, this delivers a smooth and close shave by reducing friction with allantoin and infusing skin with shea butter, glycerin and squalane for softness and moisture. $30, Tano Balbisiana Body Butter Tano Tano Balbisiana Body Butter Banana sap from the Musa balbisiana tree is practically a miracle ingredient, which is why it's the hero in this super rich body butter. It naturally triggers collagen production without any irritation. The vanilla and coconut scented cream also contains baobab oil, squalane and hyaluronic acid to firm, strengthen the skin barrier and hydrate. $38, Sol de Janeiro Body Badalada Vitamin-Infused Lotion Sol de Janeiro Sol de Janeiro Body Badalada Vitamin-Infused Lotion In Portuguese slang 'Badalada' translates to ' the hottest thing,' which makes sense for a new Sol de Janeiro launch in the brand's signature OG Cheirosa 62 scent, a delicious gourmand blend of pistachio, almond, vanilla and salted caramel. The lightweight lotion features a seven hyaluronic acid blend to hydrate all of the skin's layers, Brazilian sugarcane for surface hydration and Brazil nut oil that's loaded with vitamin E and omegas 3 and 6. $32 , Flewd Fatigue Defeating Soak Flewd Flewd Fatigue Defeating Soak Feeling tired? Who isn't these days. Give yourself an energy boost with this bath soak that fights fatigue and burnout. The transdermal stress solution absorbs the water-soluble molecules through your skin to calm and restore with bioavailable magnesium, potassium, vitamin B6 and amino acid tryptophan. $11, Shampoohotel Marrakesh Body Wash Shampoohotel Shampoohotel Marrakesh Body Wash When you can't make it to Marrakesh, you can check into the Shampoohotel anytime to escape with your skincare. Turn your bathroom into a hotel with this new brand that has four collections around iconic destinations: Miami, Marrakesh, Rio and Paris. The sulfate-free body wash taps moringa seed oil and aloe vera to hydrate, with the sweet and spicy scent of orange, cardamom and night-blooming jasmine to transport you to Morocco. There's a matching body lotion, too. $15, C.O. Bigelow Iconic Collection Amber Body Lotion C.O. Bigelow C.O. Bigelow Iconic Collection Amber Body Lotion The famous Manhattan pharmacy adds new scent Amber to their Iconic Collection in both a body wash and lotion. The yummy gourmand blend is luxe and a little mysterious, thanks to a touch of spice and woods. Borage oil, grapeseed oil and panthenol condition skin. $26, Brown Sugar Babe Tropical Inferno Brown Sugar Babe Brown Sugar Babe Tropical Inferno Part of Brown Sugar Babe's new Summer Madness collection, this summery scent is so rich and juicy that you won't even need perfume. The intoxicating body oil features tropical fruits, spices and a woody musk for a warm, inviting blend. $65, EpZen Thirst Aid Hydrating Body Serum EpZen EpZen Thirst Aid Hydrating Body Serum Light on texture but heavy on hydration, this body serum from Australia contains niacinamide and prickly pear seed oil to even tone and texture, plus polyglutamic acid and squalane to strengthen the skin barrier. $22, Frank Body Barrier Body Crème Frank Body Frank Body Barrier Body Crème Ceramides are the secret to fixing flaky, irritated skin. This rich cream also has panthenol and niacinamide for a smooth and bouncy complexion. $24, Privates Intimate Wash Privates Privates Intimate Wash Getting your private bits squeaky clean can be a delicate situation, which is where this gender neutral intimate wash comes in. Made with gentle and moisturizing botanicals, it gently cleanses while leaving the area pH balanced, helping to naturally control odor. $27, EWC SLOW Face & Body Bi-Phase Moisturizer EWC EWC SLOW Face & Body Bi-Phase Moisturizer Safe for the face and body, this is designed for use between waxes to reduce hair thickness and keep skin looking and feeling smooth. Aloe soothes and moisturizes, hyaluronic acid provides deep hydration, moringa oil restores the skin's natural barrier and narcissus bulb extract visibly reduces hair thickness. It feels like an oil and leaves subtle sheen, along with a subtle sweet scent. $20,
Yahoo
31-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
The 11 Best Drugstore Lip Glosses, Tested & Reviewed by Editors
If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, WWD may receive an affiliate commission. Lip gloss has always been a reliable beauty staple at the drugstore. Not only is it one of the most forgiving makeup products money can buy (usually no mirror is necessary), but the best drugstore lip glosses have evolved to compete with prestige formulas in lip-loving hydration, non-sticky comfort, and high-shine finishes. Still, the infinite assortment of affordable options can be hit or miss. More from WWD EXCLUSIVE: Meet SunsolveMD by the SolveMD, the SPF Brand for a 'Younger More Tech-savvy Crowd' Church & Dwight Acquires Touchland for Up to $880 Million EXCLUSIVE: Josie Maran Launches Fragrance Mists The sole objective of a lip gloss is to deliver a juicy finish to the lips, creating the illusion of a fuller pout — but beyond that, you've got options. Hydration is the most important factor in any lip gloss formula because otherwise, you'd be drawing attention to a dry and flaky smile (not so cute!). The increasing demand for lip care products on TikTok, like moisturizing lip balms and lip oils, has pushed drugstore brands to develop formulas with high-shine finishes and nourishing skin care ingredients such as hyaluronic acid, peptides, shea butter, or collagen, which allows affordable lip treatments to double as comfortable-wearing gloss. These days, glosses are seemingly more like balms, while lip oils are more like glosses. So, where to start? Consider your go-to lip combo. If you're a lipstick lover, a smooth and moisturizing gloss like the Maybelline Lifter Gloss or Revlon Super Lustrous Lip Gloss is your best bet. These easy-to-layer glazes keep your lips from drying under the lipstick while enhancing the shade you've already applied. For added volume on bare or lined lips, the best plumping lip glosses from The Inkey List or E.l.f. softly boost and tint the lips — whereas reflective glosses from brands like Wet n Wild and Physicians Formula utilize fine shimmers for maximum shine. And, if you prefer to stick to a one-and-done lip product, you can't go wrong with pigmented options from Nyx or Naturium that deposit a fuss-free wash of color with lasting moisture. To curate our list of the best lip gloss formulas to shop at the drugstore, a team of four WWD Shop product testers closely evaluated 27 formulas during two testing periods that spanned 11 months total. We went shopping at local drugstores, placed countless online orders, and invoked our extensive repertoire of lip care product formulas to narrow down the 11 best drugstore lip glosses money can the realm of makeup, the perfect lip gloss formula is as subjective as it gets. So, it's important to select a lip gloss based on your desired finish and comfort, like whether you want the appearance of fuller lips, sheer or full color, or a two-in-one hydrator. For that reason, we selected the top three options for different preferences based on 11 months of extensive editor testing. Below, the best drugstore lip glosses that outshine the lot: Maybelline Lifter Lip Gloss with Hyaluronic Acid: One WWD Shop editor counts Maybelline's Lifter Gloss the best tinted lip gloss in her extensive lip product collection — even outperforming formulas that go for quadruple the price. A chubby doe foot wand makes application a breeze, and hydrating properties prevent your lips from drying out while you wear it. Kiko Milano 3D Hydra Lip Gloss: Proof that budget-friendly brands have never been more attuned to color trends, our testers say that this Kiko Milano formula has the best shade range out of all the drugstore lip glosses we tested: You can choose from sparkly fuchsia tones with Y2K vibes, or go with more sophisticated neutral shades. This drugstore lip gloss has a high-shine finish that doesn't dull during the first few hours of wear. Nooni Appleberry Lip Oil: If you like your gloss to deposit a good amount of pigment, Nooni has you covered. Though it's technically a lip oil, our editors consider it a true hybrid product. Expect the shine of a gloss, budge-proof pigment of a stain, and the hydrating properties of a great lip oil. EDITOR'S CHOICE Formula type: Plumping, shimmerShade range: 15 shades availableKey ingredients: Hyaluronic acid $8.98 $10.99 18% off Buy Now at amazon $10.99 Buy Now at ulta Maybelline's Lifter Lip Gloss has maintained its bestseller status in the drugstore for years — over 36,000 Amazon reviewers rave about its long-lasting wear, non-sticky texture, and flattering shade options for every skin tone. It offers buildable color payoff, making it a versatile choice for wearing on its own or layering with lipstick, and is formulated with hyaluronic acid for impactful hydration and shine. The chubby doe foot applicator aptly addresses both lips in one swipe and deposits a smooth, visibly enhancing wash of color. You'll get a subtle plumping effect with this gloss, but, if you prefer more fullness, it's also available in a chili pepper-infused plumping testing and review notes: 'Maybelline's Lifter Gloss in shades Ice (shown) and Moon are, hands-down, my favorite tinted lip glosses in my extensive collection. Moon is a nude pink that gives my smile some oomph, while Ice delivers that perfect Y2K frosted lip look when you swipe it over liner. The chubby doe foot makes it easy to apply without a mirror, and the chunky tube makes it easy to find in my cluttered bag. Compared to similar inexpensive glosses, this one feels soft on the lips rather than sticky.' — WWD Shop contributor Claire Sullivan Price upon publish date of this article: $8.98 EDITOR'S CHOICE Formula type: Hydrating shineShade range: 34 shades availableKey ingredients: Flax seed oil and bidens pilosa extract $10.40 $13 20% off Buy Now at amazon $13 Buy Now at ulta This Italian-made lip gloss is mega-viral in Europe and has amassed over 10,000 five-star Amazon reviews for its uniquely nourishing formula. Bidens pilosa extract works similar to retinol, smoothing and naturally creating a plumper look to the lips, while flax seed oil brings all the hydration and shine. But the real wow factor comes with the shade range (there are 34), which includes earthy neutrals for a nude lip look as well as bright hues that bring the drama. The Chestnut shade (shown) enhances your natural lip color without overpowering it. Editor testing and review notes: 'Ok, I'm obsessed. This gloss has a tiny bit of iridescent sparkle that gives the lips an extra pop. It glides on silky smooth and does not feel sticky at all. It's great by itself or layered with other products. The moisture lingers throughout the day, too. Chef's kiss.' — Former Commerce Writer & Producer Olivia CiglianoPrice upon publish date of this article: $13 EDITOR'S CHOICE Formula type: Glossy lip oil stain Shade range: 13Key ingredients: Appleseed oil, ginseng extract $9.50 $12 21% off Buy Now at amazon A runaway hit on TikTok, this Nooni lip treatment wears many hats. Though it's technically a lip oil, it offers the high-shine finish our editors look for in a gloss, plus pigments that stain the lips for hours of wear time. Our testers were particularly impressed by how evenly it stains the lips and its texture, which felt more silky and luxurious than other similarly priced options. We recommend the Appleberry shade, which reads as a cool testing and review notes: 'I was blown away by the quality of this lip gloss, given its price. It's intensely pigmented, so you only need one coat to tint your lips — and it leaves behind a gorgeous stain when it fades. I find that it gives me about an hour of moisture; after that, I follow up with a lip balm as needed, since the stain stays put for about four hours. Just note that the proportions of the product are small, including both the amount of product in the tube as well as the size of the wand. ' — SullivanPrice upon publish date of this article: $9.50 Formula type: HydratingShade range: 7 shades availableKey ingredients: Squalane, apricot oil, avocado oil, jojoba oil, and pomegranate oil $8 Buy Now at amazon $8 Buy Now at ulta The E.l.f. Glow Reviver Lip Oil has millions of views and searches on TikTok, and we're happy to report that it's worth its hype in every swipe. Like dozens of prestige lip oils we've tested (that are quadruple its price), this best drugstore lip oil applies incredibly smoothly. You won't get much color from this one, but this best non-sticky lip gloss offers a slight glow that pairs well with its naturally glossy, hydrating formula. Editor testing and review notes: 'The Glow Reviver Lip Oil offers a very sheer tint, which is nice for a subtle wash of color, and deposits beautiful shine. I noticed my lips continued to soften with wear. It has a minty fragrance that most other E.l.f. lip products have, though it's not overwhelming or plumping, but rather refreshing. It gives similar lip oils from designer beauty brands a run for their money. My only criticism is that I often have to double-dip into the tube for full coverage on my medium-size lips.' — CiglianoPrice upon publish date of this article: $8 Formula type: ShimmerShade range: 9 shades availableKey ingredients: Jojoba glaze, maxi lip peptides, yaluronic acid, collagen, sunflower oil, vitamin E $3 Buy Now at amazon The Wet n Wild MegaSlicks Lip Gloss offers shimmer and shine galore. It's the most affordable drugstore lip gloss on our all-star list, but it doesn't skimp on prestige-level ingredients like hyaluronic acid, collagen, peptides, and vitamin E. It's an ideal formula to apply over carefully lined lips or lipstick, as it applies a subtle wash of color and intense wet-looking shine. Consider this the highlighter of your lip rotation that boosts glow and enhances contours. Editor testing and review notes: 'I've never been a shimmer gloss girl, but Wet n Wild has converted me. Off the bat, I love the flat and flexible doe foot applicator. It's surprisingly pillowy-soft and helps to blend the formula into harsh lip liner lines. The gloss itself isn't too thick or thin, so it doesn't feel goopy on its own or layered and I didn't discover any feathering throughout long hours of wear.' — CiglianoPrice upon publish date of this article: $2.28 Formula type: BalmShade range: 6 shades availableKey ingredients: Phyto-derived esters, shea butter, cupuaçu butter, and plant squalane $9.99 Buy Now at ulta Naturium is a shining example of how a lip balm can play double-duty as a gloss. This best lip gloss for dry lips is formulated with soothing and hydrating ingredients that heal flaky skin and instantly soothe the lips, while leaving behind a tint of color and lacquer-level finish. Its squeeze-tube packaging makes it small and convenient for reapplying throughout the day — or for storing with your skin care as an overnight lip mask. Editor testing and review notes: 'This Naturium lip gloss is a great inexpensive alternative to a certain celebrity-backed peptide lip treatment. It has a serum-like consistency that melts into the lips to enhance shine in a subtle way. I love the tinted options, particularly this on-trend '90s-inspired Spice shade that delivers a your-lips-but-better result.' — SullivanPrice upon publish date of this article: $9.99 Formula type: Pumping, shimmerShade range: 5 shades availableKey ingredients: Lustrous Diamond Dust $5.39 Buy Now at amazon Clear lip gloss is easy to find at the drugstore, but you'll be hard-pressed to find one as dramatic as this Physicians Formula tube at any price point. The Mineral Wear Diamond Plumper Gloss is a true hidden gem: The gloss-serum hybrid formula is plumping, hydrating, clean for sensitive skin, and blended with Lustrous Diamond Dust for a uniquely dimensional high-shine finish. Wear this top clear lip gloss alone for a simply polished pout, or layer it over your favorite lip stains for your-lips-but-way-better testing and review notes: 'Oh my gloss! This formula ticks every boss for those who crave the look of high-shine lips but would rather source their color from a lipstick or liner. Before I swiped it on, I was concerned that the shimmery particles would feel gritty on my lips, but I was impressed that they feel practically nonexistent, while the formula drenches my lips with smooth moisture.' — CiglianoPrice upon publish date of this article: $6.98 Formula type: Plumping gloss balmShade range: 8 shades availableKey ingredients: Maracuja oil, blueberry, watermelon, and pomegranate extracts $8 Buy Now at amazon $8 Buy Now at ulta At the drugstore, E.l.f. beauty products are MVPs with slam-dunk formulas that are just as competitive as their price points. The E.l.f. Pout Cloud Lip Plumping Pen is a standout from the brand's lip range, offering a multifunctional formula that serves as a lip plumper, balm, and lip color in one. Its click-pen packaging makes application clean and precise, with an easy-gliding stick formula enriched with softening maracuja oil and fruit extracts. Take your pick from neutral nudes to deep berries and even a rich red — it's an ideal everyday lip formula you can toss in your designer handbag without the risk of gunky testing and review notes: 'I was not expecting this under-$10 find to perform super well after three months of testing luxury lip balms, lipsticks, and lip plumpers. But, I stood corrected when I found myself sidelining the $25 plumping lip balm I had been using for a week or two; this one is, surprisingly, way better. Its cushiony texture deposits an even (not splotchy) swath of color, and rather than the spicy tingle you get from most lip plumpers, this one's comfortably cooling.' — SullivanPrice upon publish date of this article: $7.99 Formula type: Hydrating shineShade range: 43 shades available $5.97 Buy Now at amazon If you have yet to try this Nyx lip gloss, consider this your cue. This creamy formula is more like a serum-y gloss — your lips will soften and feel so supple after a single swipe of product. It's one of the best hydrating lip glosses at the drugstore, so even after the color fades, your lips look far more hydrated than where they started. It offers the widest shade range among our top picks and has earned the stamp of approval of over 81,000 Amazon reviews who call it a 'must-have' and 'new favorite.': 'This is everything a lip gloss should be: Comfortable, hydrating, and shiny. It applies as smooth as butter and I find my lips are softer hours after application. It has a slight vanilla fragrance that I enjoy and don't find to be sickly-sweet. It doesn't bleed, so I apply it without a mirror more times than not, and look forward to slathering on a second coat after a meal or a few hours of wear time. Plus, you can't beat the price point or the extensive color selection. I keep it on rotation in nearly every shade.' — Cigliano Price upon publish date of this article: $5.85 Formula type: Glossy balmShade range: 4 shades availableKey ingredients: Tripeptide complex, Ultra Filling Spheres, hyaluronic acid $13 Buy Now at sephora $13 Buy Now at The Inkey List The Inkey List Tripeptide Plumping Lip Balm has been an editor favorite for years, so you can imagine our excitement when the brand released three tinted shades last year. The affordable skin care brand formulated this balm to boost lip volume in just four weeks of regularly use, thanks to its inclusion of peptides and Ultra Filling Sphere technology. It repairs lips, naturally plumps, and satisfies with an ultra-juicy finish. Plus, it has a TikTok cult-following amounting to over 40 million views and searches, including reviews that substantiate the brand's long-term plumping testing and review notes: 'Consider this a tinted lip mask to carry on-the-go. When I apply two coats, not only do my lips look plumped and refreshed, but after hours of wear they're softer to the touch. Impressively, I notice that fine lines on my lips begin to fade within a week of consistent use.' — SullivanPrice upon publish date of this article: $13 Formula type: Hydrating shineShade range: 12 shades availableKey ingredients: Agave, moringa oil, and cupuaçu butter $10.49 Buy Now at ulta $12.49 Buy Now at cvs The Revlon Super Lustrous Lip Gloss stands out from the crowd for its glaze-like finish. On the lips, its silky moisture powered by agave, moringa oil, and cupuaçu butter conditions the skin, while a slightly thick — not sticky! — layer of color reflects a high-shine varnish. It's one of the most pigmented drugstore lip glosses that impressed our editors, as it offers an even, medium to full coat of color that lasts for hours of wear. Editor testing and review notes: 'I love this gloss, mainly because my all-time holy grail lip color is from this line. 'Supernatural' is the perfect rosy nude gloss that sits right in the middle between pink and brown. I prefer this non-shimmery shade, as it is so creamy and juicy and looks like an enhanced version of my natural lips. I grab for this formula when I'm already wearing lipstick and my lips are feeling tight and dry.' — CiglianoPrice upon publish date of this article: $9.39 The best drugstore lip gloss for you will depend on your glam preference, but there are key elements to consider in your hunt for a standout formula. Key ingredients: Drugstore lip glosses come in all kinds of formulas these days, but it's most important that they moisturize your lips, rather than sitting on top in a layer of sticky goop. Keep an eye out for lip gloss formulas that include ingredients you'd enjoy in your favorite skin care products, like hyaluronic acid, peptides, shea butter, collagen, vitamins, and plant-based hydration, as this ensures your lips will stay soft after the shine wears off. Formula type: When looking for your ideal drugstore lip gloss, keep in mind that you aren't just limited to products labeled 'lip gloss.' If you have lips that are prone to cracks and splits, go for a shiny lip balm or lip oil instead, as this will give you the best of both worlds. Or, if you are hoping to achieve a more voluminous smile, opt for plumping formulas that temporarily boost your lip fullness. Consider your lip care needs and glam preferences before committing to a formula. Applicator: Beyond formula, a lip gloss applicator is critical to your overall lip finish. Applicators that are too big will deposit an overwhelming amount of product, which can lead to color feathering or a heavy feel, while stiff or small applicators can be frustrating for large lips. If you have full lips, you'll benefit from a chubby doe foot applicator, while small lips should lean into more precise applicators in order to apply a clean coat of gloss. : You can shop an incredible assortment of vetted lip gloss and makeup goodies at the e-tailer, from TikTok beauty products to the best hair gels to skin care tools and everything in between. It's the best place to crowd-source thousands of honest beauty reviews before you take the plunge on a purchase. Plus, you can enjoy Prime benefits like speedy shipping and exclusive discounts. Ulta Beauty offers the widest range of brands at affordable prices. On top of beloved drugstore brands like E.l.f Cosmetics, Maybelline, and Wet n Wild, you can also shop indie brands that'll lead you to discoveries at affordable price points. Ulta's website also grants access to exclusive beauty deals, rewards programs, bonus samples, and exciting sale events. : The digital beauty aisles at offer more deals and perks than shopping in-store. If you place an order, you can receive free shipping on select products while racking up ExtraBucks points with a CVS ExtraCare card. You can also sign up for the ExtraCare BeautyClub membership, where the retailer will send you a monthly box of free beauty products and an extra 10 percent off discount on the retailer's entire beauty stock. : Walmart's beauty page offers a wide assortment of drugstore brands. To ensure you're shopping from a verified storefront, be sure to navigate from the beauty dropdown menu or click on a product and look for a link to the brand's storefront (for example, 'Visit the L'Oréal Paris Store'). As you scroll through Walmart's wide product selection, you can discover discounts on top-selling lip glosses, new releases, and viral formulas that are exclusive to the site. Plus, there are added perks like next-day or two-day shipping and store delivery options. A Walmart+ membership — you can sign up for a 30-day free trial here — also grants free local delivery, free shipping with no minimums, early access to product releases and deals, and easy returns from your doorstep. To narrow down the best drugstore lip glosses that outshine other formulas, our editors lent our lips to 11 months of lip gloss testing during two testing periods. Before we rolled up our sleeves, we rounded up a testing pool of over 27 lip glosses in different finishes and formulas, referencing extensive market research, buzzy TikTok-viral formulas, and long-time bestsellers. We compared customer reviews on retailer websites, social media, and online forums like Reddit to determine the most satisfactory formulas for a variety of needs and preferences. Any lip glosses that did not provide substantial hydration, wear comfortably, achieve high-shine results, or deliver on impressive claims were cut from our list of the best drugstore lip glosses. Throughout both testing periods, editors wore each drugstore lip gloss for as long as they stayed put on our lips. We timed how quickly they wore off throughout the day, whether they held up through eating and drinking, and whether the lips felt softer, plumper, or more hydrated than before application. We took note of other factors, like color payoff, product packaging, applicators, fragrance, and overall comfort as key criteria for nailing down the best formulas. Our beauty test team represents a range of needs and preferences, including varying lip sizes, skin tones, lip care needs, and glam preferences. Each drugstore lip gloss was tested alone and with other lip products to narrow down the most versatile, comfortable, and flattering options. Since 1910, WWD — often referred to as 'the fashion bible' — has been the leading industry voice of authority for senior executives in the global women's and men's fashion, retail and beauty communities, while also informing the consumer media that cover the market. Today, WWD's breaking news and trend coverage continues to be a trustworthy resource for both fashion insiders and consumers alike. Our shopping editors continue to uphold WWD's editorial standards and values with quality, expert-backed product selections. Learn more about us here. Olivia Cigliano is the former Commerce Writer & Producer at Footwear News and WWD where she writes and edits shopping content across fashion, beauty, footwear, TikTok style trends, and more. Cigliano received her bachelor's degree in journalism from Emerson College, and her byline can be found in publications including Elite Daily and CR Fashion Book. She is currently based in New York City. At WWD, she regularly tests and reviews top-rated and TikTok-famous products like drugstore lip gloss. Cigliano wrote the original version of this article on the best lip glosses. Claire Sullivan is a contributing writer for Footwear News and WWD, where she writes and edits beauty, fashion, and lifestyle stories. She has over eight years of experience as a writer and editor for national media outlets including Martha Stewart Living, Martha Stewart Weddings, InStyle, and Byrdie. She's tested hundreds of products during her time as an editor, so she's well-versed in selecting the products that make a meaningful difference in your skin and hair. Sullivan contributed to the May 2025 update of this article with new product selections after an additional round of testing.
