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Hybrids are the unsung heroes of beauty products. With multi-tasking capabilities and unique finishes, hybrids save us time, money and most importantly, space in our makeup bags and bathroom cabinets. Coincidentally, its dual abilities also make hybrids prime candidates for viral success. One hybrid product that’s recently proven its worth is lip oil balms. As the name suggests, the product melds the beloved hydrating and glossy finish of a lip oil with the convenience of a balm. The combination may sound simple, but the result is anything but. With one swipe, these sticks deliver punchy colors and nourishing ingredients, making the product ideal for any season. With the success of lip oils, these hybrids are primed to take over, and if social media is any indication, these will be sticking around. Below, see the best lip oil balms to stock up on this season and the next.
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What are lip oil balms?
Lip oil balms are a hybrid between trendy lip oils and staple lip balms. Essentially the best of both worlds, these balms deeply hydrate and nourish your lips and give you a smooth, shiny finish. Most formulas include a bevy of skin-loving ingredients that condition as you wear and help heal cracking and dryness. While some lip oils boast a similar ingredient list, the balm formula helps ensure each ingredient penetrates deep beneath the skin’s surface as opposed to simply sitting on top of the lips. But there’s more to these formulas than function. Most lip oil balms deliver a rich color payoff that rivals lipstick.
Lip Oil Balms to Try
1 / 5
Fenty Beauty Gloss Bomb Stix High-Shine Gloss Stick ($25)
Much more than shimmer and shine, these sticks are packed with nourishing ingredients to soften and condition. Shea butter, kiwi oil and squalane help lock in moisture while delivering a rich, pigmented color.
2 / 5
Clarins Hydrating Peptide & Plumping Lip Oil Balm ($30)
This chic stick from Clarins is infused with oil and standout ingredients that work together to hydrate and improve the look and feel of your lips over time. It glides on smoothly and penetrates deeply, leaving you with a sheer wash of color and juicy shine.
3 / 5
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Loveshine Lip Oil Stick ($45)
If you’ve spent any time on TikTok, you know the glossy appeal of YSL’s Lip Oil Stick. Shine aside, the oil-based formula boasts 24-hour hydration and can be built up for an ultra-glossy pout drenched in color.
4 / 5
Ogee Tinted Sculpted Lip Oil ($28)
Precision is key when applying any lip color, but it is even more important for oil-based formulas. Ogee’s sculpted lip oil features a sharpened tip to expertly line and fill your lips. Plus, the formula is enriched with potent plant-derived ingredients like coconut, peppermint and castor seed oils.
5 / 5
NYX Fat Oil Slick Click Vegan Lip Balm ($11)
You don’t have to break the bank to reap the benefits of a lip oil balm. NYX offers an affordable option that doesn’t skimp on color, shine or nourishing ingredients. It even comes in 12 cool shades, including rich plums and a classic clear.
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