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The 10 Best Clear Lip Glosses of All Time

All shine, no stickiness.

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Sometimes all you want is a simple shine on your lips. No fuss. No drying out. No worrying if the color in the package looks completely different on. Just a clear, glossy sheen to amplify your lips. And that’s where clear lip glosses come in.

But finding the right clear lip gloss can be tricky. You want something that won’t be too sticky and something that you don’t have reapply every five minutes. We’ve picked 10 of the best clear lip glosses that hit that perfect sweet spot, while also adding on a bunch of skin benefits you didn't think were possible with lip gloss. Click through to look through the ones we're loving right now.

1

Marc Jacobs Beauty Enamored Hydrating Lip Gloss Stick

Enamored Hydrating Lip Gloss Stick
$29 at Sephora

This gloss from Marc Jacobs is made of nourishing ingredients like kauai oil and vitamin E to give lips moisture and soothe any irritation. 

2

Lorac LUX Diamond Lip Gloss

LUX Diamond Lip Gloss

This glides on like a dream, so even just applying it is soothing. You get a nice shiny finish and a more plumped appearance. 

3

Fenty Beauty Gloss Bomb Universal Lip Luminizer

Gloss Bomb Universal Lip Luminizer

This non-sticky lip gloss is perfect for when you want to pack on the shine. It’s also made with shea butter, so we find ourselves reaching for it when we also want to give our lips a little T.L.C. 

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4

Tower 28 Beauty ShineOn Jelly Lip Gloss

ShineOn Jelly Lip Gloss

You don’t have to worry about your lips drying and peeling with this gloss. It’s made with apricot, raspberry seed, and rosehip oil to protect skin from free radicals and help repair any damage while also getting you that glossy sheen. 

5

e.l.f. Cosmetics Lip Lacquer

Lip Lacquer

While this might feel heavier than most glosses, it is still hydrating and it won’t cause your lips to unnecessarily stick together. And you cannot beat its price. 

6

Gucci Éclat De Beauté Effet Lumière — All Over Face & Lip Gloss

Éclat De Beauté Effet Lumière — All Over Face & Lip Gloss

This multi-use gloss can also be used on the eyes and cheeks for some added natural-looking glow, but we especially love it all over our lips. It glides on so easily and gives your lips a translucent shine that’s just so pretty. 

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7

MAC MAC Clear Lipglass

MAC Clear Lipglass

Lipglass is a classic for a reason. This glass-like gloss is great on its own or you can use it to boost the shine of another lip color.

8

Maybelline Lifter Gloss Lip Gloss Makeup

Lifter Gloss Lip Gloss Makeup

With its extra large applicator, all you need is one swipe for full coverage. This gloss is also super hydrating and contains a little sparkle for some extra shine. 

9

The Lip Bar Lip Gloss

Lip Gloss

Aptly named, this clear gloss is every minimalist’s dream. It's lightweight and leaves the ultimate shiny finish. Layer as much as you want to get the desired amount of shine without worrying if it'll get too sticky. 

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10

Beauty Bakerie Lip Whip Gloss

Lip Whip Gloss

If you're looking for something that goes beyond a shiny finish, this clear gloss contains shimmer for a little extra sparkle that's super pretty. 

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Audrey Noble
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Audrey Noble is a freelance writer and reporter. She writes celebrity profiles and does deep-dive features about the ways race, gender, sexuality, and other forms of identity impact society via the beauty industry. Her previous work experience includes editorial positions at Vanity Fair, Refinery29, and Allure. Her writing can also be seen in Vogue, Harper’s BAZAAR, Bustle, HelloGiggles, and more. You can keep up with her on Twitter.
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