They're everywhere these days, and for good reason—these non-drying formulas offer the staying power of a stain and the high shine of a gloss . Here are eight of the best spring lip gloss colors for 2014 that will perk up your look just in time for spring!
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The Best Spring Lip Gloss for 2014
Physician's Formula Sexy Booster Sexy Glow Glossy Stain
More than just a killer gloss, Physician's Formula Sexy Booster Sexy Glow Glossy Stain ($9.95) also happens to boast adorable packaging that you'll probably want to show off at every opportunity. Cute high heel charm notwithstanding, it's the gleaming finish and intense pigmentation that makes this stain so perfect.
Yves Saint Laurent Rouge Pur Couture Vernis A Levres Glossy Stain
It's not cheap, but the Yves Saint Laurent Rouge Pur Couture Vernis A Levres Glossy Stain ($35) is well worth the splurge if you're a gloss junkie. Available in a mind-blowing 29 colors, this gloss drenches lips with unbelievable shine and deeply saturated color. It's especially great if you're fearless---there are some radiant pinks and reds in the mix!
L'Oreal Colour Caresse Wet Shine Stain
Consider the L'Oreal Colour Caresse Wet Shine Stain ($9.99) the luxe-for-less version. Available in plenty of wearable hues that range from soft peach to hot pink, this gloss is the anti-stain: its formula is rich in nourishing oils that leave lips especially soft for up to six hours.
Maybelline SuperStay 10Hr Stain Gloss
Though it's available in only five colors, Maybelline SuperStay 10Hr Stain Gloss ($8.99) is one of the most addictive products to hit the beauty world in a while. Could it maybe be because it lasts and lasts (and lasts)? Forget wine glass stains---this is the one to wear when you're out for hours and don't want to worry about touching up throughout the evening.
Rise & Shine Plumping Lip Stain
Known for its earth-friendly practices, Tarte Cosmetics makes it simple to do good and look great with its Rise & Shine Plumping Lip Stain ($10). The formula contains the T5 superfruit complex, which is a proprietary combination of anti-aging, skin-loving ingredients, and antioxidant-rich vitamins. Oh, and it gives you an enviable pout on top of that, too. What's not to love?
mark Gloss Gorgeous Stay On Lip Stain
A super convenient pen is one of beauty-kind's most genius innovations, as any woman on the go can attest. The mark Gloss Gorgeous Stay On Lip Stain ($11) lives up to its name, with a long-lasting formula that delivers endless color with a glass-like shine.
Sephora Collection Glossy Lip Pencil
Just sharpen, toss it in your bag, and go! The Sephora Collection Glossy Lip Pencil ($10) is just plain easy, offering precise application of six glorious colors that run the gamut from wildly playful (purple) to down to earth (beige).
Revlon ColorBurst Balm Stain
Revlon ColorBurst Balm Stain ($8.99) is a gel formula packed with hydrators that leave lips feeling soft and pampered. With a finish that lasts for hours, this balm is an absolute dream: smoothing, easy to apply, and lightweight.