These are the new generation of lip glosses, packed with peptides, oils and skin-loving ingredients your lips will thank you for, and one is just $4.
Lip Gloss is back, and it’s better than ever. Forget the heavy, sticky formulas of the past. Today’s lip glosses are infused with skincare first ingredients. From peptides infused plumpers to ultra nourishing oil glosses, these formulas deliver lasting hydration and mirror-like shine. Lip balm had a good run, but these next-gen lip glosses are officially rewriting the rules.
For Glossy, Plumped Up Lips
- Rhode Peptide Lip treatment RRP $35
Why It Made The Cut:
- Hydrates and replenishes dry lips
- A natural & effortless look
- Works as both a lip treatment and tinted gloss
The Rhode Peptide Lip Tint proves skin care and colour can go hand in hand. This sheer, buildable formula wraps lips in peptides, shea butter and vitamin E to hydrate, smooth and visibly plump while delivering a fresh wash of tint. With a glossy, cushiony finish, it’s comfortable all day and night.
Shop it here – MECCA
Best Non-Sticky
- Bobbi Brown Crushed Oil-Infused Gloss – RRP $58
Why It Made The Cut:
- Fragrance free
- High impact shine
- Moisturising and Nourishing
Bobbi Brown’s Crushed Oil-Infused Gloss is a high shine hybrid delivering glow without the stick. Botanical oils drench lips in lasting moisture while adding the most flattering colour. Glossy, cushiony and never tacky, it’s perfect alone for a fresh glow or layered over lipstick for extra dimension.
Shop it here – MECCA
For Deep Hydration
- Tower 28 Shine On Lip Jelly RRP $28
Why It Made The Cut:
- Nourishing, hydrating formula
- Glossy finish without stickiness
- Vegan & cruelty free
Tower 28’s Shine On Lip Jelly is a gloss-lip oil hybrid offering shine with substance. Packed with apricot kernel, raspberry seed and rosehip oils, this vegan formula cushions lips in hydration. The result? A juicy, non-sticky gloss with a smooth texture whether worn alone or layered.
Shop it here – MECCA
For Mirror-like Shine
- Fenty Beauty Gloss Bomb Universal Lip Luminizer RRP $38
Why It Made The Cut
- Plush, cushiony feel on lips
- Non-sticky
- Universal shade range flattering all skin tone
The Gloss Bomb is Fenty Beauty’s go to for flattering, high impact shine. Infused with nourishing butters and vitamin E, it enhances natural lip colour and instantly elevates any makeup look.
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Best Everyday Glow
- MECCA MAX Gloss Boss Lip Gloss RRP $20
Why It Made The Cut:
- Smooth, glossy finish
- Comfortable to wear throughout the day
- Works well alone or layered over lip tint
For just $20, Gloss Boss is a low maintenance staple. It gives lips a sleek, reflective finish without feeling heavy, making it effortless from morning Pilates to late night plans. Swipe it bare for a fresh shine or over a lip tint for subtle dimension and a glazed effect.
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For Maximum Plump
- Too Faced Lip Injection Glossy RRP $48
Why It Made The Cut:
- Iconic plumping effect
- Extreme shine
- Perfect layered over lipstick
Too Faced Lip Injection Glossy is the ultimate statement gloss. Its famous plumping formula delivers dramatic volume and mirror-like shine in just one swipe. Layer over lipstick for intensity, dimension, and an ultra-plump finish.
Shop it here – MECCA
Best Trendy Pick
- Kylie Cosmetics High Gloss RRP $38
Why It Made The Cut
- High impact shine
- Glossy, juicy lips vibe
- Over 10 flawless shades
Kylie High Gloss brings a glossy, Instagram ready vibe. With shades ranging from wearable nudes to standout tones, it’s perfect for creating a polished full glam look or adding instant spark to a minimal makeup moment.
Shop it here – MECCA
Best Budget
- Essence Extreme Shine Lip Gloss – RRP $4
Why It Made The Cut
- Layers well with other lip products
- Amazing plumping formula with a high shine finish
- Comparable to higher end glosses
Essence Extreme Shine Volume Gloss delivers a glass like, wet finish with feel good credentials. Silicone free, vegan, cruelty free and available in multiple shades, it gives a high impact, full looking lip on a budget.
Shop it here – PRICELINE
For a Statement Red
- Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Lip Blur (Shade Ruby) RRP $54
Why It Made The Cut:
- Natural, smooth finish
- Longwear
- Hydrating
This modern matte combines soft bold colour with hydration. Powered by blur technology and hyaluronic acid, it smooths, plumps and diffuses for an airbrushed effect feeling silky and polished.
Shop it here – MECCA
The Long Lasting Tint
- MECCA Lip Lock Balmy Stain RRP $28
Why It Made The Cut:
- Wears like a balm, stays like a tint & shines like a gloss
- Non-sticky formula
- Leaves lips hydrated long after shine wears off
MECCA Lip Lock Balmy Stain is the triple threat formula ideal when choosing between balm, tint or gloss. Glides on with juicy shine, settles into a long wearing stain and keeps lips hydrated all day. Available in six versatile shades, it’s vegan, cruelty free, and perfect for low maintenance everyday colour.
Shop it here: MECCA
