The Black-Owned Edit: Glosses for Next-Level Lip Combos
Every woman and girl loves a good lip gloss, but let’s be real, not all of them are made equal. Some are runny and leave your lips thirsty, others are sticky and messy, and some disappear after a few swipes, leaving you reapplying all day. Finding one that lives up to the standard feels like a win. That’s why we rounded up five Black-owned lip gloss brands that hit every mark: moisture, shine, pigment, and staying power included.
Remedy By Ari
Say what you want to say about Ariana “Ari” Fletcher, but that lip gloss collection is perfection. It’s buttery smooth, looks exactly how you want it to, and actually lasts when you wear it right. With 10 shades of pinks and nudes, plus a clear gloss to top it off, the lineup already feels complete. Add in six liner shades, and the combos are endless. Start with Ari’s go-to combo to test it out, and once you’re addicted, you’ll want every shade.
The Lip Bar
When people say rejection is God’s protection, believe them. Melissa Butler, CEO of The Lip Bar, was denied on “Shark Tank,” but now her product is selling out shelves at Walmart, CVS, and Target. If you love a bold red lip, you need a few tubes of the matte liquid lipstick Bawse Lady and some Straight Bawse lip liners on deck at all times.
Fenty Beauty
Do we even need to explain why Rihanna’s Fenty made the cut? The Gloss Bombs have spoken for themselves over the years, selling out almost instantly in certain shades. Whether you’re into lip plumpers or all about moisture, there’s a Fenty gloss for you. We’re here to tell you they are certainly worth the hype and the coins.
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Mented Cosmetics
If you haven’t heard of Mented Cosmetics yet, let us put you on. Founded by KJ Miller and Amanda Johnson, Founded by KJ Miller and Amanda Johnson, who created a wide array of lip products that complement all skin tones. They have lip glosses, lip oils, and lipsticks for all under $20; you can’t beat that.
Glamlite
Glamlite has packaging and aesthetics down to a science. No matter the theme, the presentation is always over-the-top in the best way, and the girls eat it up every time. With that said, you’ll definitely want to collect all 10 lip kits, and honestly, we don’t blame you.
