Lip oil has taken over beauty feeds everywhere — and if you're wondering how it's different from the lip gloss you already own, you're not alone. They look similar, they both add shine, and they both come in a tube with a doe-foot applicator. But the formula, the finish, and the purpose are fundamentally different.
Here's the breakdown.
THE FORMULA
Lip gloss is built around synthetic polymers and waxes that create a thick, reflective film on your lips. That film is what gives gloss its signature high-shine, glass-like finish. Our Lip Gloss uses hydrogenated polydecene and polyisobutene for that illuminating brilliance — it's designed to maximize shine and add a sheer tint of color.
Lip oil is treatment first, color second. Our Lip Oil is powered by castor oil, sunflower seed oil, and botanical extracts like chamomile, rosemary, and green tea. Instead of sitting on top of your lips, these oils absorb into the skin to hydrate, soften, and protect from within. The shine comes from the oils themselves, not a synthetic film.
THE FINISH
Lip gloss gives you a high-impact, glass-like shine. It's bold, reflective, and unmistakably glamorous. If you want your lips to be the focal point of your look, gloss is the move.
Lip oil gives you a subtler, more natural-looking shine — what beauty editors call a "cushioned" or "juicy" finish. It looks like your lips are just naturally healthy and hydrated. Less mirror, more glow.
THE FEEL
This is where the biggest difference lives. Lip gloss can feel tacky or sticky — that's the polymer film doing its job. Some people love that feel, others can't stand it.
Lip oil feels weightless and smooth. No stickiness, no tackiness. It absorbs into your lips rather than coating them, so you barely notice it's there. If you've ever hated the feeling of gloss but loved the look, lip oil is your answer.
WHEN TO USE EACH
Reach for lip gloss when you want maximum shine for a night out, layered over lipstick for extra dimension, or when you want a bold, glossy lip as the centerpiece of your look.
Reach for lip oil for everyday wear, during dry winter months when your lips need extra care, as a nourishing base before matte lipstick, or anytime you want that effortless "my lips but better" look.
OR JUST USE BOTH
There's no rule that says you have to pick one. Apply lip oil in the morning for hydration and care. Switch to gloss for the evening when you want that extra impact. Your lips get the best of both worlds.
Both our Lip Oil and Lip Gloss are vegan, paraben-free, and cruelty-free. Made in North America.
