Your Ultimate Guide to Lip Oil vs. Lip Gloss
Since the launch of our Glazed Lip Oils, we’ve been making our way into the makeup space, and we’ve been loving it!
But, with so many options out there, we wanted to tell you why you NEED these lip products as your new makeup bag essentials.
Today, we’re talking lip oil vs. lip gloss!
What Are Lip Oils?
Although a relatively new product, lip oils have quickly become a staple in makeup lovers' bags everywhere, and for good reason.
These oil-based lip products offer a skincare-makeup hybrid, designed to hydrate and comfort your lips.
Whether you’re looking for a clear sheen or a bold, statement lip, lip oils can offer it all, coming in various shades and options.
What Are Lip Glosses?
Alternatively, lip glosses are a makeup product, mainly designed to add colour and shine to the lips.
They can come in a range of shades and colours, from clear/ nude tones to bright, colourful reds and purples.
Lip glosses can sometimes be more pigmented than lip oils, offering a finishing touch to your makeup look.
Similarities
So, let’s start by looking at what makes these two products similar:
Product formula: While each lip oil and lip gloss is different, they tend to have similar formulas in that they’re liquid products.
They also typically both come with an applicator, to help make application easy.
End results: Both lip oils and lip glosses work to give your lips a shiny, glossy finish, but the degree of this shine can vary by product and brand.
While you may be thinking that these products might as well be twins, they come with many differences, too.
Differences
Application: While both products come with a handy applicator, our Glazed Lip Oils have a unique, innovative pump design, helping you get a smooth application without wasting a drop of product.
Benefits: While some lip gloss formulas can offer hydrating benefits, that’s not their main purpose.
However, lip oils are specifically designed to help hydrate the lips and give them a subtle sheen.
This makes lip oils the perfect choice for a two-in-one lip care and colour solution.
Texture: Lip oils tend to be lighter on the lips than glosses, offering a lightweight, non-sticky option.
Ingredients: Again, whilst some lip glosses may contain oil, it’s not a requirement, whereas lip oils (as the name suggests) do include oils.
These oils are what help to nourish and hydrate the lips, working to protect and moisturise them with every use.
Why Should I Choose Lip Oil Over Lip Gloss?
Now, the choice is always down to the individual, of course, but here at Give Me HQ, we’ve got to go with lip oils!
In particular, our BRAND-NEW Glazed Lip Oils offer so much variety in shade and colour, meaning there’s something for everyone and for every situation.
Think day-to-day in the office - So Original offers a clear, glossy sheen.
Or, wanting to impress on date night? Add a punch of colour to your look with Vino Vibes.
And even if you’re opting for a fresh, clean girl look, but want something with a bit more coverage, Blush Hour is here to help.
So, now that you know the difference, why not give lip oils a try? Or, stick to what you know if they were already your faves?
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