The 16 Best Lip Glosses for a Gorgeous, Gleaming Pout

Like many other beauty trends that have come a long way since the early Aughts (we’re looking at you, brows!), lip gloss has made major progress. No longer the sticky, heavy formulas of yesteryear, you don’t have to worry about your hair getting stuck in your lip gloss anymore. The best lip glosses have gotten a major upgrade, pampering your pucker with hydrating ingredients while delivering high shine.
“Originally, glossy lips were created on film by the actors continually licking their lips,” says Lori Taylor Davis, Global Pro Lead Artist, Smashbox Cosmetics. “Modern formulas are longer wearing, pigment dense, non-tacky, and some plump and condition as well. The modern gloss has conditioning ingredients that add to the health of the lips over time.”
Swiping on a lip gloss is an easy way to instantly glow up your entire face. Glossy lips look fuller, helping you fake a more pillowy pout. “Everyone should have a lip gloss in their bag because it’s the easiest way to amp up your look, even if it’s just a sheer gloss,” says RÓEN CEO and co-founder Tiffany Thurston Scott. “Plus, a nourishing lip gloss can protect your lips from drying out. Glosses attract the eye to the

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