I Swear By These Shimmery Lip Glosses for Top-Tier Shine and Hydration (2025)

Fenty Beauty Gloss Bomb majorly changed the lip game when it came out a few years ago (shade Fu$$y stans, rise). Aside from being the shiniest gloss I own, it genuinely nourishes my lips thanks to the shea butter-packed formula. It also comes in a plumping formula if you're looking for some extra volume too. When Rihanna said "Shine bright like a diamond," she was most definitely talking about this iridescent lip formula.

• # of shades: 16
• Key ingredients: Shea butter

One Cosmo editor says: "This is my go-to lip product on nights out because it's not overly drying like a bunch of other glitter formulas out there, and it has some amazing staying powers." —Jasmine Hyman, assistant beauty editor.

If there's one thing e.l.f. is good at, it's making our favorite formulas super affordable. Take this glitzy lip gloss for example. It has tons of hydration, a luxurious applicator, a non-sticky feel, and a shimmery finish—for a fraction of the price of similar options on the market.

• # of shades: 8
• Key ingredients: Squalane, jojoba oil, pomegranate oil

One Cosmo editor says: "The Glow Reviver Lip Oil isn’t just a lip product, it’s an experience. The sleek packaging and ultra-plush applicator feel luxurious, while the nourishing, minty formula keeps my lips soft and glossy. It’s like a little moment of self-care, wrapped up in e.l.f.’s signature unapologetic vibe." —Julee Wilson, beauty editor-at-large

If you want the effects of a longwear lipstick and the finish of a glittery gloss, opt for one of the newer shimmer shades of Hourglass's Phantom Volumizing Glossy Bomb. It leaves lips with a rich, juicy tint, lots of moisture, and obvi a subtle coat of golden sparkle.

• # of shades: 4
• Key ingredients: Shea butter, mango seed butter

One Cosmo editor says: "I was initially skeptical of the subtle gold shimmer effect, but it’s actually really gorgeous and makes my lips look plump and dare I say...juicy? Ultimately, I can’t imagine anyone not falling in love with this formula—even if it does cost $38.”—Lauren Balsamo, beauty director

If you're on the hunt for a shimmery gloss that won't dry out your lips, let me introduce you to Gisou's Hydrating Lip Oil. This workhorse formula is a gloss-oil hybrid, and it can easily revive even the driest of lips. The product is infused with Gisou's signature honey complex for top-tier nourishment. The added glitter in the formula makes it the ideal multitasker—combining pale pink pigment, hydration, and of course, a glimmering sheen.

• # of shades: 2
• Key ingredients: Hyaluronic acid, signature honey complex

One Cosmo editor says: "I'm absolutely obsessed with Gisou's lip oil. The formula is silky smooth and never sticky, making it my go-to every night—I swipe it on before bed and wake up with super soft lips. When I discovered it now comes in a glittery version, I was beyond excited. The shimmer-infused gloss delivers just the right amount of sparkle for a glass-like finish. And the best part? It still hydrates and nourishes your lips with the original formula's signature benefits."—JH

If you're in the market for a shimmery lip gloss that won't budge, consider your search over. Pat McGrath Labs is beloved for long-lasting, super-pigmented formulas, so it's no surprise that the brand's LUST Lip Gloss gives your lips hours and hours of luminosity. Plus, the formula comes in 10 different shades, including some exciting hues like icy blue and deep brown.

• # of shades: 10
• Key ingredients: Vitamin E

One Cosmo editor says: "I love how shimmery and glittery Pat McGrath's eyeshadows are, and this lip gloss is basically exactly the same--but it doesn't feel like a glittery lip product either. It's got just enough tackiness to stay on my lips for a few hours, but I can rub them together without feeling gritty or dry."—Beth Gillette, beauty editor

NARS really did the damn thing with this tinted lip oil. All the shades are luminous and head-turning AF, but the iconic Orgasm shade unsurprisingly takes the cake. If you're looking for a lot of sparkle, this formula has tons of non-drying shine.

• # of shades: 4
• Key ingredients: Raspberry seed oil, shea butter

One Cosmo editor says: "I've been obsessed with NARS' Orgasm blush for more than a decade, so when I saw the brand recently launched the shade in a lip oil I had to try it. Needlessly to say, this bb is perfect." —LB

Sometimes glitter-infused formulas can get overly sticky or dry up, accentuating the lines on and around our lips. Luckily Lawless hacked the system and created this smoothing gloss. It's equal parts softening, hydrating, plumping, and of course, iridescent.

• # of shades: 5
• Key ingredients: Shea butter, rosehip oil
  

One Cosmo editor says: "When I want my lips to look extremely full and ~ luscious ~, I layer on a coat of this Lawless lip gloss. It doesn't have an intense tingle or burning sensation to give my lips a plumper look. Instead, it makes them look even more plush with a host of hydrators and oils that seriously work overtime."—BG

I'd trust Patrick Ta with just about anything when it comes to beauty, so it's no shock that his lip glosses (along with his entire line) have become a TikTok favorite. This gloss gives the most iridescent finish and has incredible staying power, so you won't find yourself needing to reapply it throughout the day or night.

• # of shades: 3
• Key ingredients: Peppermint oil

One Cosmo editor says: "When I'm going for a full glam moment, I'm always reaching for Patrick Ta's lip glosses. The Major Glow Lip Shine is super glitzy and pairs well atop of any lip liner or lipstick combo. I'm also not the biggest fan of tingly plumping formulas, so I love that this formula is cooling and gentle."—JH

To no ones surprise, Tarte has some of the best plumping lip oils, and they come in a bajillion colors. And did you know that the TikTok-loved formula comes in a dazzling shimmer finish, too?! The oil boasts tons of plump and hydration, and the shiny glitter is the cherry on top.

• # of shades: 6
• Key ingredients: Maracuja oil, vitamin E

One Cosmo editor says: "This is v different from all the other lip oils I've tried—the formula's consistency is thicker, a bit stickier—but the staying power is much longer for this reason. It's the lip oil I grab when I don't want to touch up constantly." —BG

While many of the options on this list are clean and effective formulas, we especially love Kosas' Wet Lip Oil Gloss. It's great for on-the-go application when you don't have the time or energy to pull off an entire lip combo. It provides a glass-esque finish and is packed with hydration to keep your lips from drying out.

• # of shades: 6
• Key ingredients: Hyaluronic acid, peptides

One Cosmo editor says: "If I'm looking for a minimalist lip gloss, I'm always turning to this Kosas Wet Lip Oil. It's perfectly hydrating, while leaving my lips with a subtle glitter finish."—JH