In a constantly changing world of beauty, lip products will always be a staple in a makeup routine due to the pop of color they bring to the lips and their nourishing hydration. Lip products are at the top of beauty essentials; luckily, there’s a wide variety of products to choose from. Choosing the perfect lip product can be challenging and overwhelming when given countless options, so here are some recommendations that will fit every occasion and boost your confidence. 

To no one’s surprise, Summer Fridays Lip Butter Balms are at the top of the list. These lip balms rapidly became insanely popular, and for good reason too. This lip balm is a hybrid between a lip balm and a lip gloss and leaves your lips hydrated and shiny without being sticky. There’s a wide variety of scents and colors to choose from, ranging from sweet scents like brown sugar, to fruity scents like cherry. Yeji Cho (10) shares her opinions on these lip balms, stating, “I’m currently on my third refill of this lip balm because I love the way they all smell and they feel really hydrating on my lips.” With its mixture of shea butter, murumuru seed butter, and vegan waves, there’s no doubt the Summer Fridays lip balms are hydrating and glossy. 

An alternative to lip balms that also leave your lips feeling nourished and hydrated is lip oils. If you are looking for an affordable yet pigmented lip oil, the e.l.f. Glow Reviver Lip Oil is perfect for you. These lip oils only cost eight dollars and have a good variety to choose from. The applicator is plush and big, making it easy to apply and it leaves a refreshing, minty scent on your lips. These lip oils leave a sheer, non-sticky, tint of color on your lips and they provide a good variety of colors, such as Pink Quartz, Jam Session, and Honey Talks. You can never go wrong by choosing this affordable and moisturizing lip oil.

If you are looking for something more pigmented yet lightweight, the Tarte Maracuja Juicy Lip Plump is a great option. A little goes a long way with this lip gloss, as it is very thick and pigmented while also leaving a glossy shine. This is one of their best-selling products despite being on the pricier side, sitting at $26 for a full size. Although it is a little more expensive, this lip gloss lasts incredibly long on your lips and has plenty of product in it. On the Tarte website, as of now, they have 37 shades to choose from such as Cherry Blossom, Chocolate Cherry, and Mixed Berries, so you will definitely find a color that suits you. Unlike some other lip products, the Tarte maracuja doesn’t require you to reapply it every minute and leaves your lips feeling hydrated. As a bonus, it is also a plumping gloss, leaving your lips plump and minty. 

To go along with your lip gloss, a good lip combo always includes a lip liner. The Makeup by Mario Ultra Suede Sculpting Lip Pencil is a dual-ended liner, perfect for any occasion. This liner is matte, full-coverage, and incredibly versatile. Evanee Sanchez (10), who has been using this lipliner for a while, comments, “The lip liner glides super smoothly onto my lips and matches perfectly with all my other lip products.”

From lip glosses to lip balms, these top-rated lip products offer something for everyone. Whether you are looking for hydration, plumping, or a pop of color, these lip products will leave your lips looking good all year round. Of course, there are so many other options to choose from, so it is best to keep exploring and experimenting to find the best lip products for you.