THE lip gloss I am the must haves of summer 2026 make-up. They apply alone or in combination with the pencil to define the lip contour: just one pass is enough to add a touch of light to the face, or a more intense one to obtain a more marked mirror effect. The result it’s a quick trick, full of light and perfume, from day to night. With their shades inspired by the sweetest summer fruits, they (also) put you in a good mood. What more could you ask for in summer make-up?
Lip gloss, new must haves for all ages
Lip glosses are linked to memories of adolescence, when they applied themselves in front of the mirror extra shiny and ultra glossy gloss. They were the early 2000s and the formulas of the time were thick and often sticky.
Today’s lip glosses represent the evolution of that beauty gesture shared by many. There difference lies precisely in the technology of the formulations, which are decidedly more advanced today: they are light, less sticky and enriched with hi-tech active ingredients.
In addition to giving an immediate volume effect, new lip glosses also take care of the labial mucosa. In fact, they contain emollient and hydrating ingredients which keep lips soft and nourished, combating dryness and dehydration.
On the left, Dior, Lancome, Kimo Milano, Charlotte Tilbury, Gisou. In the center @kyliejenner iG.
The most beautiful and “delicious” novelties
Many of the more recent formulations have the words on the label oil And balmto underline thewith a deeply nourishing function.
Among the examples, i Rouge Coco Gloss Of Chanel Beauty they are formulated to hydrate the lips for up to 8 hours thanks to a mix of jojoba, sunflower and mimosa oils, and come in a delicious and vibrant palette, such as the Amarena shade, an intense and shiny red.
The new ones contain a high dose of hyaluronic acid Dior Addict Lip Maximizer Of Diorin a limited edition, inspired by the holidays and skies of Provence. In addition to plumped and deeply hydrated lips, the five shades contain iridescent glitter for a touch of extra brightness.
And again, it’s impossible to forget the designer workhorses Lancomewhich take you straight back to your teenage years: the famous Juicy Tubes they return, updated, always in the iconic tube, with pop colors and ultra glossy finish.
Instead, they evoke even more exotic atmospheres Honey Infused Lip Oil Of Gisoucharacterized by a formula enriched with jojoba seed oil and Limnanthes oil, designed to maintain comfort and softness on the lips. The distinctive detail is the sensorial component: gourmand notes of coconut and chocolate, or fresher pineapple variants, which transform the application into an olfactory experience as well as a cosmetic one.
Also new Perfecto Serum Lip Oil Of Givenchy, formulated with 99% skincare ingredients that strengthen the skin barrier. Good mood guaranteed thanks to the shades, including Crystal Cherry And Iridescent Peachborrowed from summer fruit.
How to apply lip gloss in 2026
A simple wipe and go may be enough. For a slightly luminous effect, a little product is enough, perhaps even dabbed with your fingers.
AlternativelyThis season’s lip makeup trend is applying gloss combined with pencil. You choose it slightly darker and apply it first, blending the color towards the center of the lips. Then we move on to the lip gloss: maximum volume effect guaranteed.
The combination with the pencil stands out best with neutral shades such as nude, antique pink, beige, hazelnut, cappuccino or brown, in 2000s style.
Yes also to the pink gloss, with a slightly milky effect, which gives the face a fresh and soft make-up to be applied with a nude pencil. And summer make-up is ready.