Lip Oil

Nourish and Shine with Lip Oil

Lip oils sit somewhere between makeup and lip care, combining the shine of a gloss with more lightweight, conditioning textures. Depending on the formula, they can add anything from a sheer wash of colour to a more treatment-focused finish. At ARC, this category includes options from Huda Beauty, Dior, Fenty Beauty, Fenty Skin, and Guerlain.

What Makes Lip Oil Different from Gloss

Lip oils and glosses can look similar on the lips, but they tend to feel different in wear. Lip oils are usually lighter, more fluid, and formulated with conditioning ingredients that help lips feel more comfortable over time, while traditional glosses often focus more on shine and pigment payoff. Huda Beauty Faux Filler Oil combines shine with a fuller-looking finish, while Dior Addict Lip Glow Oil offers a sheer tint with a more cushiony texture. Fenty Beauty Gloss Bomb Oil balances gloss-level shine with a lighter, less sticky feel.

Choosing a Lip Oil for Your Routine

Some lip oils are designed more for shine and colour, while others lean further into treatment-focused hydration. Texture also plays a big role, with some formulas wearing more like a serum and others closer to a gloss. Fenty Skin Lip Conditioning Oil is designed for everyday hydration with a more treatment-focused finish, while Cherry Treatz Hydrating & Strengthening Lip Oil adds a subtle tint. Guerlain KissKiss Bee Glow Oil combines a glossy finish with conditioning ingredients that layer easily on their own or over lipstick.