The Best Color Lip Glosses to Try This Year

Lip gloss offers loads of shine and bold color, which makes it a go-to makeup product year-round. But lip gloss can sometimes feel like a high maintenance option compared to other lip products — you need to reapply it frequently to keep that glossy finish or find hacks to make lip gloss last. Options with high shine can also sometimes lack that color impact you want. 

So if you’re in need of a lip gloss that won’t compromise color for consistency, you’re in the right place. We’ve rounded up six of the best color lip glosses that will give you high shine along with beautiful color.  

L’Oréal Paris Glow Paradise Lip and Cheek Tint

This double duty makeup product is equal parts lip gloss and liquid blush. Infused with aloe and rose extract to instantly hydrate, it glides on smoothly without a greasy feel. While the color is somewhat translucent for shade matching any skin tone, each shade offers a hint of color with liquid pearl pigments that easily blend. The best part? It’s all you need to create monochromatic makeup looks — add it to lips, cheeks and eyelids for a gorgeous wash of color on each.

L’Oréal Paris Glow Paradise Lip Balm-in-Gloss Pomegranate Extract

If you love the idea of lip color that also offers lip care, this lip gloss made with pomegranate extract and hyaluronic acid should have a permanent spot in your makeup bag. The lip gloss and balm hybrid instantly moisturizes and softens lips while adding a dewy color. It comes in 12 non-sticky, buildable shades that are even suitable for those with sensitive lips. 

L’Oréal Paris Infallible Pro Gloss Plump

Get that sculpted, contoured lip look with this lip gloss — skip the concealer and extra time getting ready. The hyaluronic acid-infused formula is lightweight, smooth and delivers color with high impact shine. It immediately gives lips a plumped up, fuller look that lasts. The hint of color is just enough to add some interest to your lips, but sheer enough to layer over lipstick without competing with the hue.

L’Oréal Paris Infallible 8 Hour Pro Lip Gloss, Hydrating Finish

This long wear lip gloss has a thick texture, shiny finish, and comes in 25 bold shades. It’s a hydrating gloss formulated with a shine-fix complex that will give your lips — you guessed it — a high-shine finish. It lasts up to 8 hours and it won’t feather. It has the staying power of a lipstick wrapped up in everything that you love about lip gloss. Use the wand to apply the product starting at the center of your upper lip and follow along the contours of your mouth to fill in the color. 

L’Oréal Paris Infallible Pro-Matte Gloss

Matte lip products tend to get a bad rap for drying out your lips, but that’s not the case with this lip gloss. It has a lush, velvety texture that feels soft on the lips for comfortable, all-day wear. It’s a great alternative for those who want to wear a matte look without the risk of getting dry, chapped lips. It has a whipped formula that delivers intense, high pigment matte color. Its bold impact will help make your lips the center of attention in every makeup look. Try outlining your lips first using the tip of the applicator and then glide it across to fill them in. 

L’Oréal Paris Summer Belle Makeup Glowing Lip Gloss

This lip gloss is perfect for a dewy, highly reflective look that can make your lips appear fuller and feel pillowy soft (thank you castor seed oil). Its formula doesn’t leave lips sticky, so you can avoid getting hair stuck to your gloss (we’ve all been there). Try the shade Tropic Like It’s Hot for the approaching summer months. You can wear it alone for a natural finish or layer it on top of your favorite lipstick for a glam and glossy look.

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Edited by: Shalwah Evans, Photo Design: Crystal Simone