10 Best Korean Lip Glosses, per Beauty Experts
Whether you’re after a sheer, barely-there sheen or a high-shine finish, Korean beauty brands have you covered. Packed with key K-beauty ingredients like ceramides, squalane, and flower extracts, these glosses do more than just sit pretty on your lips—they actively condition them. The result? Lips that look like glass but feel like silk. There’s no flaking and no stickiness, just that coveted glass-like glow that catches the light (and a few stares).
We spoke to K-beauty experts, tested out top contenders, and combed through customer reviews to determine the 10 best Korean lip glosses—from TikTok-viral tints that deliver mirror-like pouts to cult-favorite oils that say, “my lips but glossier.” Shop our picks below.
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The Laneige Glaze Craze Tinted Lip Serum boasts an ultra-hydrating formula powered by 95 percent skin care ingredients. The silicone, donut-shaped applicator makes application a breeze: just squeeze the tube and swipe some product on for up to 12 hours of hydration and smooth, buildable color.
Key ingredients: Squalane, polypeptides, ceramides
Amazon rating: 4.6/5
An ELLE editor says: “Admittedly, it’s hard to find a bag of mine that doesn’t have a Laneige Glaze Craze Tinted Lip Serum floating around inside. The hydrating formula glides on so smooth and feels incredible on the lips—never sticky. The color is perfectly sheer yet still visible, even over liners and lipsticks. Plus, the plumping polypeptides definitely give my lips the voluminous boost I’m always seeking after.”—Emma Aerin Becker, associate beauty e-commerce writer
Pros
- Long-lasting
Cons
- Not super moisturizing
For radiant, juicy lips, try the Dear Dahlia Paradise Aurora Lip Treatment. The lightweight gloss not only has a glass-like shine on its own, but it’s also packed with shimmering pigments for ultimate glimmer.
Key ingredients: Organic shea butter, almond oil, and patented Dahlia Flower Extract
Amazon rating: 4.3/5
An Amazon reviewer says: “Great lip gloss. The shimmers are finely milled and the gloss itself sticks well to the lips. The glossiness and texture feel great on my lips. It’s lightweight, non-greasy, and feels like there’s nothing there. I really like the formulation and feel that it’s moisturizing. Doesn’t dry my lips at all, which some lip glosses can do.”
Pros
- Doubles as a stain
Cons
- Scented
Each of the choices in Rom&nd’s Juicy Lasting Tint series is a slightly muted color designed to be a “my-lips-but-better” shade that flatters anyone and everyone with or without makeup. This gloss is truly a shortcut to achieving lips that resemble tanghulu, a popular candied fruit snack in Asia.
Key ingredients: Hyaluronic acid, plum oil, fruit extracts
Amazon rating: 4.5/5 stars
Our expert says: “I love a glossy lip, but I find that a lot of them don’t last or have that mirror-like finish I want. Rom&nd, which is one of my absolute favorite makeup brands, solves both issues with this product. After you swipe it on, don’t press your lips together—just let it settle, and it’ll produce a glassiness that stays throughout the day.”—Carol Lee
Pros
- Two pigment intensities available
Cons
- Slightly sticky
Fwee knows that some prefer an intense gloss over a sheer glow, which is exactly why they offer all of their 12 shades in either 30 percent or 70 percent pigment. No matter what intensity you choose, this syrupy glaze delivers hours of comfortable wear.
Key ingredients: Shea butter, jojoba oil, volufiline
Amazon rating: 4.5/5 stars
Our expert says: “I keep the Fwee 3D Voluming Gloss in shade Vanilla 70% at my desk at all times. Running to an event? I swipe some on to pull my makeup look together. Lips feeling dry? It doubles as a hydrating balm. The shade is light and subtle—a true ‘my lips but glossier’ moment.”—Emma Aerin Becker
Pros
- Doubles as a lip tint
Cons
- Strong scent
If you’re into the clean girl aesthetic, this lip tint is a perfect fit. The formula is like a lip tint, gloss, and oil all wrapped up into one ombré bottle. It‘s non-sticky, long-wearing, and ultra-hydrating.
Key ingredients: Squalane, vitamin E, water
Amazon rating: 4.4/5 stars
An Amazon reviewer says: “Very smooth application with a glossy but not sticky finish. Even with one layer the pigmentation is amazing. For a brighter color, use two or more layers. The color leaves a lovely stain behind that lasts for hours. I love the consistency of the gloss so much that I bought more in two different shades. This may be my new go-to.”
Pros
- Minty feel
Cons
- Scented
Looking for a subtle glow and slight wash of color? The Hera Sensual Nude Gloss might just be your next go-to. Made with evening primrose oil for deep moisturization, this formula glides on like butter and keeps lips hydrated all day long.
Key ingredients: Evening primrose oil, menthol
Amazon rating: 4.4/5 stars
An Amazon reviewer says: “Lovely neutral gloss with a hint of color. I also love the subtle citrus-like fragrance. Lasts 2-3 hours before needing to reapply.”
Pros
- Works on lips and cheeks
Cons
- Too sheer for some
To ensure your glam is cohesive, the TirTir Waterism Tinted Lip Gloss doubles as blush. It’s infused with nourishing ingredients like glycerin and jojoba oil that lock in hydration, while the high-shine, non-sticky formula leaves a subtle tint behind.
Key ingredients: Glycerine, olive fruit oil, jojoba oil
Amazon rating: 4/5 stars
An Amazon reviewer says: “I love this gloss! I got the nutty pink, and it gives my lips the perfect sparkly glow.”
Pros
- Expert-recommended
Cons
- Some found it drying
Muzigae Mansion Objet Liquid Sequence is a vegan lip tint that’s formulated with plant-based oils and botanical ingredients like rosehip oils—“one of my personal favorite ingredients,” says Kim.
Key ingredients: Rosehip oil, hyaluronic acid
Amazon rating: 3.8/5 stars
An Amazon reviewer says: “Love the color and stain effect.”
Pros
- Plumps lips
Cons
- May have to reapply frequently
This lightweight lip oil packs a plumping punch. The smooth, nourishing formula delivers a glass-like sheen with slight pigment and lip-plumping power. Plus, the oil formula ensures a silky application that’s never sticky.
Key ingredients: Vitamin tree fruit oil, rosehip oil, grapeseed oil, hyaluronic acid
Amazon rating: 4.3/5 stars
An Amazon reviewer says: “This is my go-to lip gloss! It’s not sticky and it feels so smooth on my lips. I love the color and the shine it offers. The wide applicator wand is convenient for applying too. I have one to keep at home and one in my car so that I always have some on hand.”
Pros
- Easy application
Cons
- Color fades quickly
Sulwhasoo makes gloss application a breeze with this Perfecting Lip Color stick. All six shades glide on for a high-shine finish and stunning wash of color. Formulated with Sulwhasoo’s Master Complex, they also deliver intense hydration and barrier protection.
Key ingredients: Ginseng seed oil, glycerin, jojoba ester
Nordstrom rating: 4.5/5 stars
An Amazon reviewer says: “This left my lips feeling nourished and soft. And even better, the color popped! It still looked really natural, but I could clearly see the color. The packaging is also really adorable. The only con is that the color does fade rather quickly.”
Meet the Expert
Angela Jia Kim is the founder of Savor Beauty, a natural skincare inspired by Korean beauty.
Why Trust Us
As a leading publisher of fashion, lifestyle, and beauty content, ELLE.com is committed to highlighting the best products in various categories by personally testing the latest and most innovative products, interviewing countless experts, and vetting customer-loved items. For this piece, Emma Aerin Becker consulted a k-beauty expert to learn about the best Korean lip glosses.
How We Chose
For this piece, Emma Aerin Becker consulted a k-beauty expert to learn about the best Korean lip glosses and discover their top picks. She also tested them out, read through countless customer reviews, and evaluated each product on their unique features.
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