The Best Skincare-First Lip Makeup Setting A New Glossy Standard

We’ve all been there: choosing between a colorless treatment that makes you look a bit ghostly and a stunning matte shade that eventually turns your lips into a desert landscape. Thankfully, the 'pick-a-side' era of lip care is over. In today’s hyper-evolved beauty market, we’re finally seeing the death of the compromise, replaced by skincare-first formulas that treat while they tint. The modern vanity is less about a ten-step overhaul and more about these hard-working hybrids that respect your time AND your skin barrier. Whether it’s a melting balm that mimics the plushness of a cloud or a high-shine oil that packs a punch of pigment, it’s beauty without the trade-off, giving you a pillowy, saturated pout that looks just as good at 6:00 PM as it did when you first swiped it on. Discover our top skincare-first lippies raising the standard as you keep on scrolling.

No. 1

Romand - Glasting Melting Balm

Courtesy of Korean Makeup Brand - Romand

The Romand Glasting Melting Balm promises a lasting glossy finish with its weightless balm formula that touts the optimal oil-to-wax blend. Each swipe delivers a sheer wash of color that can be built up to a bolder hue, all the while locking in hydration to smooth out dry and chapped lips, perfect for those seeking a 'your lips but better' glow. Whether worn alone for a natural dewy look or layered over a tint for added dimension, it’s the ultimate hybrid for effortless, everyday radiance.

No. 2

Fwee - Glowy Smoothie Tinted Lip Balm

Courtesy of Korean Makeup Brand - Fwee

Team Gloss all the way? The new Fwee Glowy Smoothie Tinted Lip Balm is right up your alley. This tinted lip balm is heavy on the skin-loving ingredients, like Rose PDRN, vegan Collagen and Peptide, that deeply hydrate the lips during and after wear, making it feel like you’ve just got skincare on. It comes in a wide range of colors for all undertones inspired by smoothie blends, and it’s just that easy-going formula that you can slick on perfectly without a mirror.

No. 3

Joocyee - Dewdrop Glaze Lip Oil

Courtesy of Chinese Makeup Brand - Joocyee

There are several reasons why the Joocyee Dewdrop Glaze Lip Oil belongs in your makeup bag: it offers head-turning shine and hydration all in one formula; a 3-layer oil film ensures the vibrant color locks into place once applied, in addition to nourishing the lips and warding off dryness; it features a unique flocked rolling ball applicator that massages the lips and ensures an even coat. Need we say more?

No. 4

TOCOBO - Juicy Berry Plumping Lip Oil

Courtesy of Korean Skincare Brand - TOCOBO

The TOCOBO Juicy Berry Plumping Lip Oil goes beyond a reflective finish with a cooling sensation that visibly plumps and volumizes the lips, ditching the painful burn lip plumpers are typically associated with. As sweet and refreshing as your favorite summer beverage, there’s a shade of this Berry extract-infused lip oil to match all moods and vibes, from pastel pink and lavender to deep cherry and chocolate.

No. 5

LANEIGE - Glaze Craze Tinted Lip Serum

Courtesy of Korean Skincare Brand - LANEIGE

You’ve seen the glazed donut lip trend all over your socials; how do you actually achieve it? All signs point towards the LANEIGE Glaze Craze Tinted Lip Serum that marries a formula of 95% skincare ingredients–including Polypeptides for firming the skin and Argan Ceramides for strengthening the moisture barrier–with donut-inspired shades and fragrances. LANEIGE debuted an innovative donut applicator with the launch of this product, fully living up to the glazed donut theme.

No. 6

anillO - Glow Balm

Courtesy of Korean Skincare Brand - anillO

We all need a little simplification at times, especially on those busy days, and the anillO Glow Balm is *the* product to reach for. What it is: a glossy balm pot made for the lips and cheeks that’s concocted with Rosehip Seed Oil, Ceramide and a Peptide Complex to support the skin barrier. Rather than being thick and sticky, it has a weightless texture that simply melts into the skin, leaving behind a fresh and luminous finish.

No. 7

Unleashia - Sunset Dazzle Gloss Balm

Courtesy of Korean Makeup Brand - Unleashia

In our opinion, the Unleashia Sunset Dazzle Gloss Balm is totally underrated. A blanket of moisturizing goodness comes courtesy of Peptides and Vitamin E, transforming rough, flaky lips into pouts of softness and shine. The brand’s initial launch features shades inspired by the sunsets of tropical destinations, while the second City Collection shows off the charm of city lights in the late afternoon.

No. 8

Milk Touch - Glow Up Collagen Lip Balm

Courtesy of Korean Makeup Brand - Milk Touch

Did you know: the lips exhibit signs of aging much quicker than other parts of your face because the skin is thinner? The Milk Touch Glow Up Collagen Lip Balm comes to the rescue, wielding next-generation active ingredients like vegan Collagen and PDRN to give your pout the ultimate boost, effectively enhancing skin elasticity and smoothing out lip lines. Available in a curated range of shades as delicious as their names, this silky balm works as a daily hydrator, overnight lip mask or intensive flash treatment.

Which skincare-first lippie are you shopping? Make sure you’re following us on Instagram and Facebook, as well as keeping an eye on the VANA Blog, so you receive all the latest news, promos and information!