Loose lips sink ships, but glossy ones drop jaws.
Whether you prefer wearing lip gloss alone or over a lipstick or pencil, there’s an undeniable allure to a shiny pout. Not just good looks, a hydrating formula also keeps your kisser supple and comfortable.
If anyone knows how a great gloss catches the light and finishes a makeup look just right, it’s celebrities — so why not take inspiration from the likes of Sarah Jessica Parker, Demi Moore, Kyle Richards and Zendaya when picking out your next product?
Scroll on to shop the best lip glosses and oils starting at just $5, from shimmery staples to plumping favorites.
Pros:
- Antioxidant-packed, clean, cruelty-free, vegan and deeply hydrating
- Leaves lips soft for hours
- Good wear time sans stickiness
- Comes in plumping, balm and shimmer plump formulas, plus a wide range of shades
To plump or not to plump? While Maracuja Juicy Lip Plump is the No.1 bestselling lip plumping treatment on Amazon, Tarte also offers a non-plumping version. Unsurprisingly, the cult fave counts plenty of famous devotees as well.
Influencer Alix Earle’s a fan of Maracuja Juicy Lip in Rose — just check TikTok — as is “Sex and the City” icon Sarah Jessica Parker, who shared her love for the formula on Instagram. (Her makeup artist said SJP’s favorite shade is Soft Pink Shimmer Glass, ICYC.)
Supermodel Cindy Crawford praised the product in an Allure video — quipping, “I want a juicy lip!” — and it’s on the lips of the cast of “The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives,” too.
Page Six Style’s review: “Tarte’s Maracuja Juicy Lips are amazing! Especially the plumper. It’s long-lasting, doesn’t transfer and they have the best array of colors.” — Tori Schneebaum, Page Six Photo Director
Pros:
- Tinted, sheer hues bring out your unique, natural lip color with Color Reviver technology
- Non-sticky, hydrating, clean formula (according to the Yuka app) made with cherry oil for moisture
- Well-rated by shoppers
Megan Thee Stallion loves a glossy pout, and Dior’s lip oil is her go-to. It’s also the finishing touch during Bella Hadid’s GRWM TikToks and Demi Moore’s red carpet looks.
Nordstrom shoppers call it the “real deal,” with one writing, “I’m shocked at how smooth my lips appear after a few minutes of application.”
Pros:
- Hyaluronic acid and tripeptides smooth and nourish lips
- Subtle tingle is appropriate for even sensitive lips, according to the brand and shopper reviews
Cons:
- Some users wanted more of a plumping effect
While this drugstore brand’s legacy is nearly unmatched, it’s a red carpet staple as well. “The Last of Us” star Isabela Merced always keeps a tube of Plump Ambition in her purse, telling Page Six Style, “It tingles! I’ll usually pair this with a tint, so you have both the moisture and the color.”
“RHONY” legend Bethenny Frankel might just be the product’s biggest fan, sharing on Instagram, “I promise you this is better than any expensive lip oil.”
Pros:
- Hyaluronic acid comforts and hydrates lips
- 3D optical-illusion finish makes lips look fuller
- Available in two universally flattering shades, plus a sheer champagne sparkle
Cons:
- Must like tingling lip products
Salma Hayek swiped on this plumping gloss in a 2025 Vogue “Beauty Secrets” video, while Zendaya sported the Nudegasm Diamonds shade as part of her ’90s lip look for the Met Gala that same year.
When the product debuted in 2024, Charlotte Tilbury re-created Drew Barrymore’s iconic “Charlie’s Angels” premiere look on the actress using the Pillow Talk shade, with the actress quipping, “It’s called Plumpgasm? I think I just had one!”
Page Six Style’s review: “Plumpgasm is the perfect glossy topper to nearly any look, but I especially love it over my ride-or-die matte lipstick, Pillow Talk Medium. It gives lips an extra dimension and a sultry, voluminous look. The tingle is mild, and it lasts well, too.” — Erica Radol, Page Six Commerce Reporter
Pros:
- Classic retro favorite that was recently rebooted
- Available in a clear version plus a variety of universal colors in three finishes, including creamy and sparkly
- Moisturizes lips with vitamin E
- Smells nice and lasts, according to reviews
Cons:
- Some users feel the finish is a little tacky, but most love the texture
Lancôme’s Juicy Tubes were an aughts must-have, and the reboot has thrilled nostalgic fans ranging from Rachel Bilson to Paris Hilton.
Christina Milian took to TikTok to share that she wore the shade Spring Fling in the 2003 remake of “Love Don’t Cost a Thing,” quipping, “Kissing is just better with Juicy Tubes.”
With a (deliberately) slightly sticky finish for maximum shine and long wear, it “stays on forever,” according to reviewers. (Just be careful about getting your hair stuck in it.)
Pros:
- Made with nourishing oils, has a coconut flavor
- Available in clear, sheer and semi-sheer finishes
- Under $20, vegan, sensitive-skin safe
Cons:
- Some users felt it could last longer
Celeb makeup artist Kasey Spickard uses ShineOn Lip Oil Jelly on his famous clients, including “Summer House” star Ciara Miller. Spickard told Elle, “This is technically a lip-oil-gloss hybrid, but it’s packed with good-for-lips ingredients like apricot seed, raspberry seed, rosehip and avocado oil,” adding, “I keep the full shade range stocked in my kit.”
Olivia Rodrigo wears it as well, and it’s a hit with our editors to boot.
Page Six Style’s review: “I am obsessed with the ShineOn Lip Oil Jelly in Pistachio! It’s the perfect everyday color and stays on for so long. I love that it’s not sticky at all and is super hydrating.” — Tori Schneebaum, Page Six Photo Director
Pros:
- Made with skincare ingredients like hyaluronic acid, peptides and vitamin E
- Weightless, non-sticky feel
- Moisturizes lips well, according to consumer studies
Cons:
- Smells like vanilla, so not the best for those who prefer unscented products
Celebrity makeup artist Ash K Holm works with the likes of the Kardashians, Ariana Grande and Megan Fox, to name a few, and she uses this gloss both on her clients and herself.
Kyle Richards can’t stop raving about it the lip gloss, revealing on an Amazon Live she has at least nine different shades, while “Selling Sunset” star Mary Fitzgerald told E! that the Full-On Plumping Lip Cream version is one of her must-haves.
Pros:
- Plant-derived squalene moisturizes lips
- Three finish options: pearlescent, sheer and buildable
- Brand promises zero stickiness
Cons:
- It may be too sheer for those looking for more color payoff
From Aimee Lou Wood and Cameron Diaz to Martha Stewart, stars can’t get enough of Merit’s clean, effortlessly easy-to-use makeup.
Padma Lakshmi, Sarah Jessica Parker and Nicole Richie have all worn this tinted lip oil, which packs a high-shine finish that’s buildable for a customizable color payoff. It’s made with skincare stars like jojoba oil, rosehip oil, shea butter and grapeseed oils to condition lips as well.
Pros:
- Delivers a sultry pop of color
- Makes lips look fuller
- Enriched with shea butter for moisture
- Peach-vanilla scent is well-liked by shoppers
Cons:
- Won’t help you sing like Rihanna
Rihanna’s billion-dollar beauty brand has garnered plenty of famous fans, and Gloss Bomb is often at the top of their lists (and lips).
Bella Hadid listed it as one of her go-tos in a Vogue “Beauty Secrets” video, as did Gabrielle Union and Eva Longoria. Zendaya was also spotted applying it at Wimbledon.
Pros:
- High-shine, non-sticky formula
- Oil-infused for moisture
- Glamorous shades
Cons:
- Some shoppers say it could last longer on the lips
Makeup artist extraordinaire Pat McGrath has worked with Taylor Swift, Madonna, Naomi Campbell and countless other legends.
Her beauty brand also constantly graces the faces of stars, with Sofia Richie Grainge using Lust Gloss on her wedding day and Emily Ratajkowski wearing it for nights out, as she told InStyle.
Page Six Style’s review: “While I talk about Pat McGrath’s incredible foundation to anyone who will listen, her lip glosses are a close second for me. I especially love Bronze Diversity and Astral Moon Flower. (I promise the latter isn’t as blue as it looks.) No one does shimmer quite like Pat!” — Hannah Southwick, Page Six Commerce Reporter
Pros:
- Comes in striking and unusual shades along with more classic ones
- Offered in cream and shimmer finishes
- Good color payoff
Cons:
- Some users find it a little sticky
MAC is downright iconic, with everyone from Miley Cyrus to Ariana Grande to Pamela Anderson partnering with the brand at some point. Its iconic Ruby Woo shade (Taylor Swift is a fan) is available in a high-impact gloss, as well as a range of sheer and more opaque colors.
Paris Hilton once told Refinery29 that she couldn’t live without Lipglass in Prr, a pinky-peach shimmer shade. And while mother-daughter duo Amelia Gray Hamlin and Lisa Rinna were a part of the brand’s “Born Famous” campaign, Hamlin told Harper’s Bazaar her mother always only wore MAC lipsticks — and that her first memory of the brand is Lipglass, with its “very nostalgic” vanilla scent.
It’s not just the high-impact shades that stun. Doechii’s makeup artist Chelsea used the clear Lipglass to achieve the singer’s “flirtiest, bombshelly-ish look” at Paris Fashion Week in 2025, as she told Vogue.
Pros:
- Reviews say it’s “very hydrating” and not sticky
- Cruelty-free formula is made with nourishing oils to soften and protect lips
- Has a minty scent
- Accessible price
Cons:
- Sheer formula is not the best pick if you are looking for intense color payoff
Revered for its Power Grip primers, E.l.f. has partnered with funny girl Jennifer Coolidge and Joey King in the past, while Issa Rae has worn a full face of E.l.f. on the red carpet.
Pop star Meghan Trainor told InStyle, “Every single day of my life, I use the Glow Reviver Lip Oil in pink quartz.” It’s also available in a sparkly version.
Pros:
- Made with skincare ingredients like hyaluronic acid for hydration, peptides for plumping, natural oils and shea butter for moisture
- Vegan, cruelty-free and made without many common irritants
- Well-rated by shoppers
Cons:
- Some users said it doesn’t plump lips much
This clean beauty brand has grown a devoted following, and the wet-look gloss offers opaque and sheer options in nearly a dozen hues.
Gwyneth Paltrow listed the Wet Lip Oil Gloss in her Goop Valentine’s Day gift guide in 2023, and Drew Barrymore captured the clean gloss in an Instagram post captioned “Summer Beauty Edition” in 2022.
Pros:
- Shiny, hydrating and offers flavors like strawberry and bubblegum
- Small tube easily slips into evening bags or pockets
- The least expensive option on the list
Cons:
- Some shoppers found it ran out quickly due to the small tube size
Stars like Keke Palmer, Victoria Monét and Taraji P. Henson are among the celebs who wear this wallet-friendly lip oil that shoppers call “phenomenal.”
Made with hyaluronic acid, peptides, jojoba and almond oils, Ruby Kisses offers major shine along with serious hydration.
Why Trust Page Six Style Shopping
This article was written by Erica Radol, Page Six Commerce Reporter. From identifying the top anti-aging skincare secrets the stars trust to pinpointing the season’s next big fashion trends to finding a great deal on all of the above, Erica has a knack for reporting on – and even testing – Hollywood’s bestselling fashion and beauty products. Before joining Page Six in 2025, she wrote about entertainment, lifestyle and shopping trends for Us Weekly, The Daily Beast, Entertainment Tonight, Well+Good and Hearst.
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