Glossier Lip Glaze Review & Swatches

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Glossier Lip Glaze Review & Swatches

Glossier have a brand new lip oil and I have all the shades here to show you. Check out my review and swatches of Glossier Lip Glaze.

What is Glossier Lip Glaze?

What is Glossier Lip Glaze?
What is Glossier Lip Glaze?

Glossier are dubbing this a next-generation lip oil

  • Refreshing, cooling formula
  • Delivers a sheer glaze of shiny colour
  • Lightweight and non-sticky texture
  • Promises 12 hours of hydration
  • Wear alone or layered with other lip products
  • Available in 6 sheer shades

Key Ingredients

Melting Oil Base – formulated with a rich blend of nine botanical oils, it delivers a deliciously smooth and soft texture

Apricot + Raspberry Seed Oils – nourishing oil blend that leaves lips looking smooth and plump with hydration

Liquid Shea Butter – creates a smooth, lightweight-yet-highly-conditioning feel for softer and cared-for lips.

Chilled Glaze – menthol-derived cooling agent that leaves a comfortable, minty-fresh feel on lips

Glossier Lip Glaze Shades & Swatches

There are six shades in the collection:

The Glossier Lip Glaze Shade Range
The Glossier Lip Glaze Shade Range
  • Icy – clear blue
  • Frosty – clear lilac
  • Chilly – cool baby pink
  • Tangy – coral pink
  • Creamy – warm rose
  • Melty – rich red brown
The Glossier Lip Glaze Shade Range
The Glossier Lip Glaze Shade Range

Here are the swatches of Icy, Frosty, Chilly, Tangy, Creamy and Melty:

The Glossier Lip Glaze Shade Swatches
The Glossier Lip Glaze Shade Swatches

My Review

My Review of The Glossier Lip Glaze
My Review of The Glossier Lip Glaze

Texture & Formula: Creamy with a Fresh Mint Kick

The first thing you notice when applying Glossier Lip Glaze is the texture. It’s creamy yet lightweight, giving lips that smooth, balmy cushion without any of the tackiness that can ruin a good gloss.

There’s a definite minty tingle, which feels cooling and fresh but never overwhelming. It’s that perfect middle ground between invigorating and comfortable. If you’re sensitive to mint, don’t worry, it’s not a stinger, just a subtle cooling effect. If you hate mint, it’s worth noting that the minty feeling is quite long lasting, so these may not be for you.

Shades & Sheerness: Easy to Wear Everyday Tints

Each shade in the Lip Glaze range is incredibly sheer, which makes them super flattering and versatile. These aren’t bold pigment-heavy glosses. They’re sheer washes that enhance your natural lip tone and layer over liner or lipstick if you want more punch.

Featured Shade: “Icy”: A Nostalgic Favourite

Icy is the pale blue-toned clear gloss that has my heart. It immediately reminded me of the first-ever gloss I bought from Benefit years ago. It was a translucent gloss that promised to make your teeth look whiter. That one’s been long discontinued, but “Icy” brings back all that glossy nostalgia in a modern, hydrating formula.

Though it looks blue in the tube, it applies mostly clear, adding a subtle cool tone. A great throwback moment for me!

Finish & Wear: Glossy, Plumping Look Without Stickiness

The finish is plump, juicy, and glassy. There’s no shimmer just a jelly-like shine that wears well for a gloss. It does fades after eating or drinking but reapplication is quick and easy, and actually feels good because it boosts hydration each time you swipe it on.

Hydration & Comfort: Like Skincare for Lips

If your lips are often dry but you hate sticky formulas, Glossier Lip Glaze is a win. It feels moisturising without slipping off, and while it doesn’t replace your lip balm entirely, it definitely adds a hydrating layer throughout the day.

I’d say it feels more like a gloss than a lip oil, but still manages to keep the lips feeling soft.

Who Should Try It?

Glossier Lip Glaze is perfect for anyone who wants a subtle, wearable gloss with a bit of extra care built in. It’s not for those looking for bold pigment, but if you love a “your lips but better” vibe with a fresh twist, this is it.

If you are looking for something more on the budget end, that also leaves a stain on the lips, check out NYX Lip IV Hydrating Gloss Stain Review and Swatches.

Where to buy it

Glossier Lip Glaze is £22 for 8ml and it’s available now via the links below:

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Space NK Starter Kits: Skincare & Makeup Review

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Space NK Starter Kits: Skincare & Makeup Review

The Space NK Edit collection is really expanding and I love these super cute mini sets for skincare and makeup. Here’s the lowdown on the new Space NK Starter Kits. I have all the details here.

What are in the Space NK Starter Kits?

Space NK The Everyday Skincare Edit
Space NK The Everyday Skincare Edit

Space NK have launched two affordable starter kits; one for skincare and one for makeup.

The Skincare Edit (£30 worth £64.15 plus bag)* contains:

  • Exclusive and Limited Edition Space NK Bag
  • Sunday Riley Autocorrect Brightening and Depuffing Eye Contour Cream 3ml (worth £12)
  • Kate Somerville Goat Milk Cleanser 30ml (worth £9.75)
  • Tatcha The Dewy Skin Cream 10ml (worth £13.40)
  • Ultra Violette Future Fluid SPF 50 15ml (worth £16)
  • Paula’s Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant 30ml (worth £13)
Space NK Skincare Starter Kit
Space NK Starter Kits: Skincare Contents

The Makeup Edit £25 worth £75 plus bag) contains:

Space NK The Everyday Makeup Edit
Space NK The Everyday Makeup Edit
  • Exclusive and Limited Edition Space NK Bag
  • Glossier Cloud Paint Gel Cream Blush in Beam, 10ml (worth £22)
  • Beautyblender Beautyblusher Cheeky Mid-Sized Makeup Sponge (worth £15)
  • Rare Beauty Harmony Flexible Lifting Gel, 4.5g (worth £18)
  • Kosas Hotliner Hyaluronic Acid Contouring Lip Liner in Epic, 0.5g (worth £20)
Space NK Makeup Starter Kit
Space NK Makeup Starter Kit

Space NK Skincare Starter Kit

Out of the two Space NK starter kits, I think this is the one to go for because it contains so many of my favourite products in absolutely brilliant sizes. Plus it has the latest launch from Ultra Violette, the new Future Fluid zinc-based SPF 50 in the cutest bottle ever!! Read my Ultra Violette Future Fluid SPF 50+ Superlight Mineral Skinscreen Review for more info on that. I love it.

Space NK Skincare Starter Kit Contents
Space NK Skincare Starter Kit Contents

I also really like the Sunday Riley Autocorrect Eyecream and the 3ml is a big enough size for you to test out an eye product to see if you want to invest in the full size.

I am also a big fan of Kate Somerville’s Goat Milk Cleanser and it pairs nicely with the Paula’s Choice 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant. Plus you get the cutest pot of the Tatcha Dewy Skin Cream which is the quickest fix for glowy skin and absolutely gorgeous under makeup (but make sure you don’t use too much if you want your base to last).

All in all, I think this is a brilliant edit. By my calculations it is worth £64.15 so you are getting a really good value saving.

Space NK Makeup Starter Kit

Space NK Makeup Starter Kit Contents
Space NK Starter Kits: Makeup Contents

This one is actually better value for money than the skincare one, as it costs £25 yet has a higher value of £75 and contains all full sizes. I still prefer the skincare one though as I think it is more versatile, and this makeup edit very much depends on whether you like the shades.

Space NK Makeup Starter Kit Contents
Space NK Makeup Starter Kit Contents

The Kosas lip liner is really cool as it’s super long lasting and also has a sharperner and brush on one end, and the brush is actually really good! It is really handy to soften any harsh lines before the product sets down. It’s a full size.

Space NK Makeup Starter Kit swatches
Space NK Makeup Starter Kit swatches

The Glossier Cloud Paint is also a full size and they are really nice blushes although I am not sure that Beam is everyone’s cup of tea. It is a lovely soft peach shade but it’s not always an obvious choice for a blush that suits all skintones.

There’s a mini beautyblender too which I know some will love, but personally I will always be a brush girl and not a sponge girl.

I am excited to try the clear brow gel from Rare, which is also a full size, and I think that one will be a real crowd pleaser.

Keats Beauty Skincare Review: A Beautifully Curated Capsule Collection

 
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Keats Beauty Skincare Review

If you’ve been here for a while, you’ll know I have a real love for skincare brands that keep things focused. Brands that launch with intention, and concentrate on doing a few things well really resonates with me these days. That’s exactly what drew me to Keats Beauty, a new name in skincare with a tight, thoughtful edit of essentials designed to make your skin feel calm, hydrated, and cared for. Here’s what you need to know.

What is Keats Beauty?

Keats Beauty the Hydrating Serum & the Moisturising Cream
Keats Beauty the Hydrating Serum & the Moisturising Cream

Keats Beauty is founded by Lucinda Hart, who has a wealth of experience formulating products for some of the industry’s biggest brands. With Keats, she’s taken that deep technical knowledge and channeled it into something personal. This is a brand that’s all about quality over quantity which is something I really identify with as the founder of REESON Beauty, my capsule makeup brand and love of my life.

I can tell immediately that both products in the Keats Beauty range have been developed with care and precision. Right now, there are only 2 products; the Hydrating Serum and the Moisturising Cream, but I think there may also be an SPF in the pipeline, but that’s hasn’t been confirmed.

Key Ingredients

The Hydrating Serum has:

  •  1% Triple-Weight Hyaluronic Acid
  •  0.2% Snow Mushroom

The Moisturising Cream has:

  • 3% Ceramide Complex
  • 1% Phyto-Lipids

My First Impressions

I have given the products a quick test. I can’t properly trial them at the moment because I am working on some full reviews for another brand and need to dedicate my skin to those. But as the Keats Beauty brand launches today, I wanted to give it a shout out.

When I think about this brand it reminds me a lot of how I felt about Augustinus Bader in the very beginning, before they expanded the range, but way more affordable.

There’s something so refreshing about a small, capsule collection that’s streamlined but still completely effective. It also speaks to me personally because it’s the same approach I’ve taken with REESON Beauty. I know firsthand how much thought and care goes into creating a small but mighty range, and how tricky it can be to get visibility when you’re trying to do things differently.

Keats Beauty The Hydrating Serum

Keats Beauty the Hydrating Serum
Keats Beauty the Hydrating Serum

This was the first product I tried and it’s an absolute treat. The texture is light and refreshing. It is one of those instantly quenching formulas that sinks in beautifully and leaves skin feeling plump, calm, and comfortable.

Keats Beauty the Hydrating Serum Texture
Keats Beauty the Hydrating Serum Texture

It doesn’t feel heavy or sticky, and it layers effortlessly under moisturiser. If your skin needs hydration but you don’t like anything too rich or occlusive, this will be right up your street.

Keats Beauty The Moisturising Cream

Keats Beauty the Moisturising Cream
Keats Beauty the Moisturising Cream

I think this might be the hero of the collection. The moisturiser hits that sweet spot between nourishing and lightweight. It’s not too rich, not too airy, just a perfectly balanced texture that absorbs quickly and leaves no greasiness or residue.

Keats Beauty the Moisturising Cream texture
Keats Beauty the Moisturising Cream texture

What I think this will be really good for is prepping the the skin for makeup. There’s no slide or shine, just a smooth, calm canvas that feels cared for. It’s one of those moisturisers that just works, and I think it’ll appeal to a wide range of skin types.

If you’re into moisturisers that hit the sweet spot between lightweight and nourishing, my guide to the Best Moisturisers for all skin types and budgets should help too.

Final Thoughts

I haven’t done a deep dive into the products just yet, but I wanted to shine a light on Keats Beauty because I genuinely admire what Lucinda is building. It takes real skill to create a focused line that covers the essentials without cutting corners, and Keats does that beautifully.

If you’re in the mood to discover some new skincare staples, this is definitely a brand to watch. The whole range has a quiet confidence about it, and it’s lovely to see more founder-led brands that are passionate about quality and simplicity.

You can explore the collection at keatsbeauty.com.