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I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again — I’m a bit of a snob when it comes to beauty products. I keep my makeup bag stocked with tried and true favourites from Sephora mainstays like Laura Mercier, Summer Fridays, and ILIA because I love investing in my routine. But that doesn’t mean I turn my nose up at all drugstore finds. The opposite, actually. I celebrate when I find an affordable beauty staple that gives me the same benefits as its luxury counterparts. My newest obsession? Glad you asked. It’s the e.l.f. Glow Reviver Lip Oil.
While I already have a few lip oils in my current rotation (the Merit Shade Slick and Rare Beauty Soft Pinch Tinted Lip Oil Stain both deserve their flowers), I've been on the hunt for something that doesn’t run me $30~ dollars. Something I can wear every day and not save for special occasions. I’m happy to report that e.l.f. answered my prayers in a budget-friendly $10 package.
Now let’s get into the details about this cult-favourite product. It’s a non-sticky tinted lip oil infused with apricot oil, avocado oil, jojoba oil, and pomegranate oil, making it ultra-nourishing and hydrating. It can be worn on its own for a sheer wash of colour or layered over your favourite lipstick for a glossy finish. The chubby wand makes application a breeze, too — one swipe will give you all that you need. As with all e.l.f. products it’s 100% cruelty-free and vegan.
There are seven shades available, ranging from transparent to bolder, punchier tones. I’m personally into the colourless option (Crystal Clear) as I can wear it in place of a balm on my no-makeup days and not feel like I’m doing too much — I actually rolled out of bed and slapped it on before my 7 a.m. pilates class to feel a bit more alive. I am, however, very tempted to place an order for the berry shade (Jam Session) before the holiday season begins.
Reviewers are just as obsessed as I am with the e.l.f. Glow Reviver Lip Oil. They love the nourishing, non-sticky formula and say that it keeps their lips feeling hydrated all day long. The high-shine finish is also a major hit. It's earned itself an average rating of 4.5 stars across nearly 7,000 reviews.
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