What Does Lip Gloss Do: 6 Benefits You Didn’t Know About

In today’s day, every girl we know always has this one thing in her bag — a lip gloss! The internet’s new favourite lip product, and the perfect addition to your makeup bag, work bag, car’s glove box, and even your work desk. 

Yes, that’s how much of an “essential” this humble lip product has become over the years. From Hailey Bieber & Kylie Jenner to Kriti Sanon & Ananya Pandey, glossy lips are having a major moment. They’ve taken the internet by storm, and why not? This low-effort, high-impact product is all you need to elevate your look instantly. 

But the makeup world is still divided between ‘to lip gloss’, or ‘not to lip gloss’. Why, you ask? Lip glosses back in the day weren’t so much about nourishment; they were all about sticky formulations that would only give you the shine you desired. But lip glosses are having a comeback, and it’s better than ever! Think skinification of lip glosses; packed with skincare benefits that work like a gloss but offer hydration like a balm. But surely there’s more to this humble lip product. So, to answer the question of what does lip gloss do, here are 6 lip gloss benefits you need to know before you turn into a gloss girlie too (just like us!) 

1. Max out on hydration 

Like we mentioned, the skinification of lip glosses has turned this shine-giving product into a hydration powerhouse, too! Thanks to the inclusion of hydrating ingredients like emollients and natural oils, a generous layer of lip gloss helps seal in moisture, keeping your lips from getting chapped & cracked. 

2. Sun protection for your pout 

Your pout needs that extra layer of sun protection just as much as the rest of your skin. A lesser-known lip gloss benefit, but one that takes the brownie points — some lip glosses come with additional sun protection benefits that prevent your lips from getting sunburned. 

3. On-the-go essential 

The best lip gloss benefit is its ease of application, which also explains everyone’s obsession with having a lip gloss on them at all times! All you need is a lip gloss for a quick touch-up. Open, swipe it on, and you’re good to go. No mirrors, no hassle, you can even apply it in the backseat of a bumpy car ride without worrying about it smudging (tried and tested!) 

4. Shortcut to plump, fuller lips 

The high shine effect of a lip gloss look is like a blessing for those who want fuller lips without putting their pout through the tingling of a lip plumper. The high shine effect of a lip gloss reflects light, creating an illusion of fuller, plumper lips. This also helps enhance the natural curves of your lips without using any plumpers or DIY plumping hacks.

5. One cute lip gloss, multiple uses

Tiny, yet mighty, your cute lip gloss, which rests quietly in your makeup bag, has more to it than just enhancing your lip look. Dab it on your cheeks for a dewy, fresh look, or apply it to your eyelids for a radiant eye look. Using lip gloss on different parts of your face is completely your choice and depends on the look you want to create, and if you’re comfortable with it. 

6. Perfect fit for every look

Whether you’re headed to work or weddings, a lip gloss look fits just right in both. Whether you prefer a simple swipe of sheer colour for everyday wear, or you want to add a hint of shimmer to your pout for special occasions, there are enough lip gloss options in the market to fulfill every look's needs. 

Crazy how one tiny lip gloss packs so many benefits, right? But to get the best out of your lip gloss, here are some tips & tricks to apply your product to get the perfect lip gloss look. 

• Use your lip gloss as a layer over your lipstick to enhance your lip look. This will also help enhance the colour of your lipstick, and prevent your lip look from smudging or feathering as well. 

• Use your eyeshadow to set your lip gloss look. This helps ensure your lip gloss lasts longer, and it also adds an extra layer of shine. 

• When applying your lip gloss, never press your lips together. This will cause feathering of the product and also cause it to lose its shine. Apply your lip gloss in one swift swipe to get the best results when layering it over your lipstick. 

Now that you have enough deets on lip glosses to know whether you want to invest in one or not, here’s another question for you - are lip glosses and lip oils different? 

A common question when trying to figure out which one to add to your bag: a lip gloss and lip oil’s primary purpose is to add shine to your lips. But there’s more to it than that because they differ in texture, hydration levels, and even in their formulations.

A lip oil, when applied, feels more nourishing, hydrating, and lightweight compared to a lip gloss look. A lip gloss, on the other hand, although offering similar benefits, leans more toward offering a high-shine finish to your lips. Hence, if you’re just looking for a high-shine, sheer colour payoff product, then a lip gloss is the best choice. And, if you’re looking for more nourishment & hydration-based products, then a lip oil is what you need. And Simply Nam has just that! 

The Simply Nam Golden Hour Magic Tinted Lip Oils are packed with skincare benefits that deliver nourishment and unmatched shine on-the-go! Here are all the reasons why you need to add them to your bag STAT: 

• Skincare-first formula packed with botanical oils offers intense hydration and repairs cracked lips

• Panthenol works to hydrate, lock in moisture, and strengthen the lip barrier, while saffron extract works to brighten lips

• Lightweight, non-sticky formula that delivers results without feeling heavy on the lips

• High-impact buildable tint that offers nearly full coverage for lips 

• Available in 3 beautiful shades made to complement the unique Indian skin tones: 

Light (soft pink)

Medium (soft brown) 

Deep (poppy purple) 

Lip oils so good, they’ll feel like skincare for you lips. Add these multi-purpose nourishing beauties to your makeup bag now!