Maybelline Lifter Glaze Oil Balm with Hyaluronic Acid and Hydrating Oil Blend, Lip Balm with 24HRs of Smooth, Moisturizing Shine, Acai Glaze (Sheer Black Cherry)

I wasn’t expecting much. I figured it would be another glossy promise that disappears faster than my willpower near a tray of cookies. But this? This balm came to work.Espresso Kiss has that “I put effort in, but not too much” vibe. It gives just the right amount of color—like my natural lip shade, but if it were a little bolder and had its life together. And the shine? Not over-the-top mirror ball, just enough to suggest I drink enough water (even if I absolutely don’t).Texture-wise, it’s smooth, hydrating, and not sticky—basically, everything lip gloss in the early 2000s swore it would be and never was. Bonus: I didn’t need a whole beauty tutorial to apply it. Swipe and go. Done.Worth the hype? 100%. If this shade ever gets discontinued, I’m starting a petition.

I was intrigued by the concept of a glossy lip glaze that is hydrating while not being sticky. This product ticks most of those boxes, but not quite all.First off, I have to say that I love the colour. The Acai Glaze is a *very* close dupe to one of my favourite products ever: Clinique's Black Honey Almost Lipstick. This product is more hydrating, but less saturated and doesn't have the same staying power. It's also less than half the price, however, and would be a decent budget option. I do very much appreciate that this glaze almost qualifies as a lip treatment, in the sense that it deeply moisturises and pretty much eliminates (at least for me) lip dryness. They're not lying when they claim that it's not sticky, and you receive a decent amount of product in the tube. It has a subtle scent that reminds me of the lip balms of my youth.Less cool? It's quite sheer, transfers easily, and requires reapplication throughout the day. Mine also arrived shoved in a mailing envelope with no box or seal of any kind. While I fully enbrace less packaging, a seal--at the very least--would give me some level of confidence that someone didn't open the tube, lick the product, then send it on its way.Also, I do not find it to be especially glossy. It has a nice shine, but nothing extraordinary.I am generally a fan, however, and sort of view it as an exceptionally effective lip balm with the added benefit of a bit of colour. Recommended!

I’m absolutely in love with the Lifter Glaze Oil Balm in Latte Crush! The texture is smooth and buttery, gliding on effortlessly and leaving my lips feeling incredibly hydrated without being sticky. It gives a beautiful glossy finish that looks so natural and healthy.The Latte Crush shade is the perfect warm nude—just enough color to enhance my natural lip tone, making it ideal for everyday wear. Plus, it smells amazing and feels super nourishing, like a lip treatment and gloss in one.I loved it so much I gave one to my mom—and now she’s hooked too! It’s my new favorite everyday lip wear and a staple in my bag. Highly recommend if you’re looking for a flattering, moisturizing gloss with a luxe feel!

I'm not a lipstick fan, but I actually loved this lipstick! I've been searching for lipstick that I could tolerate for many years, and I think I finally found it! The color is very subtle, so if you like bright and bold colors, this might not be the shade for you. It is more like a lip gloss, so you can easily put it on without having to worry about getting it perfectly on your lips or using a lip liner. It moisturizes well and has a nice shine to it. When I first applied it, I didn't notice much of a color, but it seemed to continue to get darker after wearing it for a while.

This is a true tinted balm. The texture is very waxy and chapstick-like, but it builds up to a nice opaque color. I use Caudalie's lip conditioner before applying this to keep my lips feeling moisturized and not sticky, as the wax in this balm can feel sticky if you build it up too much. The shine is barely there, which I love. It looks very natural, and you always add a clear gloss or lip oil on top to amp it up. This product is not perfect, but for $8, it's pretty good (esp. when other brands are charging $25-40 and their products have zero color payoff)! The peach and latte balms are perfect "my lips but better" shades. My biggest qualm is the UGLY, bulky packing. It's huge! Can't fit in your pocket, and takes up more space than it should in a purse. If you like to carry big bags, I guess you wouldn't mind, but as someone who only carries mini purses and crossbodies, the boxy packaging is annoying.

This product is super silky and stays on a long time. I drink A LOT of water through the day and it stays on very well. This product is totally worth the money!!! I will definitely buy from this seller again. It arrived in perfect condition and wasn’t melted in this heat. 😃 I bought Berry Haze 007 and it is beautiful. I have blonde hair and green eyes and it compliments my skin tone.

I wasn’t sure what to expect with this one, but wow — this oil balm really delivers on hydration and shine! The texture is silky and smooth, not sticky at all, and it feels more like a nourishing treatment than just a lip gloss. I love the sheer tint in the Acai Glaze shade — it gives a nice black cherry wash of color that looks super natural but still adds something to the lips.What I especially like is how it wears throughout the day. Even after the shine fades, my lips still feel soft and moisturized. It’s been a lifesaver during dry, windy days. I also like that it has hyaluronic acid — you can definitely feel the difference in how plump and healthy your lips feel with regular use.I’m giving it 4 stars just because I wish the tint were a tiny bit more buildable — it’s very sheer, and while that’s great for everyday wear, sometimes I want just a bit more color payoff. But overall, this is a solid staple in my bag now. Great for layering, great on bare lips, and it smells nice too!