Best Lip Gloss September 2026
Explore our independent ranking of the best lip glosses to find the perfect formula for your routine. Compare key features, shade selections, and applicator types to choose between high-shine oils, plumping glosses, and long-lasting stains. This guide helps you easily match the right product to your daily makeup style.
Last updated: 1 September 2026
Maybelline Lifter Gloss dropped 1 position
NYX Lip I.V. Hydrating Gloss Stain dropped 1 position
Rimmel Oh My Gloss Lip Gloss climbed 1 position
NYX Fat Oil Lip Drip 4.8 ml dropped 2 positions
Lip Gloss: Top 5
1
Dior Addict Lip Maximizer
from £18.994 stores
from £18.99
4 stores
2
Maybelline Lifter Gloss
from £4.0612 stores
1
from £4.06
12 stores
3
NYX Lip I.V. Hydrating Gloss Stain
from £7.766 stores
1
from £7.76
6 stores
4
Rimmel Oh My Gloss Lip Gloss
from £2.498 stores
1
from £2.49
8 stores
5
NYX Fat Oil Lip Drip 4.8 ml
from £3.808 stores
2
from £3.80
8 stores
Dior Addict Lip Maximizer is a luxury lip gloss designed to deliver volume and high shine. It features a built-in plumping formula alongside glitter and transparent finish options. The integrated brush applicator allows for precise and smooth coverage across seven distinct shades.
Pros
Built-in lip plumper effect
Wide range of seven shade options
Includes subtle glitter finish options
Includes classic transparent shade
Cons
Contains added fragrance
Higher price tier than drugstore options
Maybelline Lifter Gloss delivers fuller-looking lips with a plumping formula available in diverse finishes. You can select between subtle matte tones and radiant glitter shades. The built-in brush applicator ensures even distribution across your lips.
Pros
Plumping formula gives full appearance
Offers both glitter and matte finishes
Six distinct color options
Convenient tube with brush applicator
Cons
Lacks silver or purple shade variants
No lip oil hydration features
NYX Lip I.V. Hydrating Gloss Stain blends the color payoff of a stain with the nourishing shine of a lip oil. The formula keeps lips hydrated throughout the day while leaving behind an even wash of color. Its built-in brush makes on-the-go application straightforward.
Pros
Hybrid gloss stain formula
Infused with nourishing lip oil
Wide shade selection with six colors
Includes vibrant purple and orange shades
Cons
Contains added fragrance
No clear transparent option available
Lacks lip plumping agents
Rimmel Oh My Gloss Lip Gloss offers a versatile range of finishes from matte to high-shimmer glitter. The plumping formula helps create the appearance of fuller lips without feeling heavy. It comes in a tube with a brush applicator for clean layering over lipstick or bare lips.
Pros
Broad palette with seven shade choices
Plumping formula enhances volume
Available in glitter and matte finishes
Includes transparent option
Cons
Lacks nourishing oil ingredients
May require reapplication after eating
NYX Fat Oil Lip Drip provides high shine combined with the rich moisture of a lip oil. Packaged in a practical stick format, it glides across lips for a comfortable, non-sticky feel. The selection of warm and neutral tones makes it a staple for everyday wear.
Pros
Nourishing lip oil base
Convenient stick applicator format
Five versatile shade options
Standard 4.8 ml size
Cons
No built-in plumping effect
Fewer finish options than glosses
Compare specifications
| Type | Tube with brush | Tube with brush | Tube with brush | Tube with brush | Stick |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colour | Silver, Brown, Red, Transparent, Beige, Pink, Purple | Brown, Red, Orange, Transparent, Beige, Pink | Brown, Red, Orange, Beige, Pink, Purple | Brown, Red, Orange, Transparent, Beige, Pink, Purple | Brown, Red, Orange, Beige, Pink |
| Features | Fragrance, Glitter, Lip plumper | Glitter, Matte, Lip plumper | Fragrance, Lip oil | Fragrance, Glitter, Matte, Lip plumper | Lip oil |
How we create the list
The ranking is updated monthly and is based on data we collect from our own platform. Products that rank highly are popular among our users while also maintaining high quality according to editorial expert assessments. Specifically, we weigh how many users follow the product via price alerts or lists, how it is rated by experts and users, as well as how much traffic it generates to stores and how well it is represented in retail. The texts on this page are AI-generated and created to give you a quick and clear overview. No products are paid placements – the ranking is driven solely by data.
