I went to Sephora last week for the first time in months to look for a new lip product, and I was instantly overwhelmed. Even as a beauty editor with a lot of experience, the endless rows of glosses, balms, oils, and stains can be too much. It’s not easy to pick the right lip product when the aisles are crowded, there aren’t many testers, and the shelves are full of tubes that look almost the same. That’s where we come in. We test a lot of products at Cosmo to find the best ones that are worth your time, like the best tinted lip oils that make your routine easier.
Lip Oils with Color
Lip Oils with Color
A tinted lip oil gives you everything in one swipe, while many popular lip looks use layers of liner, balm, and gloss. These hybrids combine the shine of a gloss with the moisture of a skincare product and a little bit of color for lips that look polished and smooth. Team Cosmo tried out almost every option on the market and came up with the best ones that give you instant color and glow, as well as hydration that lasts for hours.
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Why We Like It
Saie’s Glossybounce makes lips look soft, pillowy, and shiny without being sticky. The warm mauve shade “Bounce” looks good on everyone and can be worn all the time. The moisturizing formula keeps lips soft and smooth for hours, so you can easily throw it in your bag and use it again when you need to.
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“This makes my lips so soft and juicy, it’s crazy,” says one Cosmo editor. “It’s the perfect mix of lip oil, sheer tint, and high-shine gloss,” says Lauren Balsamo, Beauty Director.
Why We Love It
Gisou’s Honey Lip Oil has become a cult favorite for a reason. The tinted versions add a soft wash of color while keeping lips hydrated for hours. It’s perfect for days when you don’t want to wear a lot of makeup but still want to look healthy and put together.
“I loved the original clear version,” says one Cosmo editor. “But the tinted shades took it to a whole new level.” The medium and dark browns go great with liner, and they feel great on the lips. —Beth Gillette, Editor of Beauty
Why We Like It
This new formula goes on like a stick but melts into the lips like an oil. The texture is light and smooth, and it leaves a glossy finish with just the right amount of color to bring out your natural lip color. This is great for everyday use.
“This is the best hybrid,” says one Cosmo editor. Mango oil and hyaluronic acid give it a juicy shine, buildable color, and real moisture. —Jasmine Hyman, Assistant Editor for Beauty
Why We Love It
There is a reason why Dior’s famous lip oil went viral. The new formula has more pigment and lasts longer, but it still has the soft, shiny finish that fans love. It is still a favorite among Cosmo readers year after year.
Why We Like It
You don’t have to spend a lot of money to get good quality, as this option shows. It has a luxurious feel, a shiny finish, and a nourishing formula that makes it compete with high-end brands at a much lower price. Everyone on Team Cosmo is obsessed.
What We Like About It
A lot of people talk about the brand’s balms, but Dream Lip Oil is the best. The formula protects, hydrates, and softens while giving you a sheer, modern tint that looks great every day.
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What We Like About It
Because of its sleek packaging and light texture, Merit lip oil has been a favorite for a long time. It has squalane in it, which keeps your skin hydrated without feeling heavy. The sheer tint can be built up for a more subtle or bolder look.
Why We Like It
Kulfi’s formula changes the way we think about lip stains. It has nourishing oils that keep the color for a long time and really hydrate the lips, so you don’t need a separate gloss.
Why We Like It
This lip oil not only makes lips look fuller, but it also smooths them out and adds volume right away with hyaluronic acid and peptides. It doesn’t dry out the lips like other plumpers do; instead, it moisturizes them.
Why We Like It
Tarte’s Maracuja formula is special because it lasts longer and keeps your skin very hydrated. It has a lot of shine and color, and it feels almost like a lip mask because it has a mix of plant oils.
“It’s thicker than most lip oils, but that’s why it lasts so much longer,” says one Cosmo editor. I grab it when I don’t want to have to touch up all the time. —BG
Why We Like It
The famous Orgasm color looks great as a lip oil. The peach-pink tint with shimmer adds a soft glow to your lips that makes them look polished but still wearable.
What is the real difference between lip oil and lip gloss?
A lip oil is usually made with nourishing oils and emollients that hydrate and condition the lips. The finish is shiny but light, and lips often stay soft even after the shine fades.
On the other hand, lip gloss is makeup first. The main things it does are add shine and color, while hydration is a secondary concern. Modern glosses can feel good on the lips, but the moisturizing effect usually goes away when the gloss wears off.
