One of the best parts about being a beauty writer is that you get a front-row seat to every trend—new, fading or making a comeback. The ones that resurface always have a story and right now, juicy lips are having their glossy return. Think tinted, plump, fruit-like lips that look deliciously hydrated. After my long romance with mattes, and now officially being back to the shine side, I’ve rounded up seven Korean lip tints that bring serious pigment, hydration and that wet-lip finish.
While heavy-duty mattes have a well-earned place in your lipstick kit, there is no denying the appeal of a lightweight lip tint on busy mornings. The Face Shop’s cherry-hued tint will have you ready in two ticks, promising a gel-like, non-greasy formula and a transfer-proof finish throughout the day.
This cherry-toned lip tint by The Face Shop is a forever-favourite in my bag. It’s juicy, moisturising and—surprise—totally transfer-proof. I expected it to dry out my lips, but it leaves them looking fuller and soft with a gel-like texture that never feels heavy. I love layering it with a mauve lipstick for an extra-juicy effect, but it’s equally flattering solo. When it fades, it leaves behind a subtle stain that gives the ‘your lips, but plumper’ look. Bonus: it survives all the mid-day snack breaks without losing its shine. Truly a lip tint that understands the assignment.
This one is my brunch-with-besties tint—it’s coral-toned and adds a healthy, dewy sheen. The watery texture gives lips a juicy finish without feeling sticky, while nourishing oils like jojoba, almond and apricot keep them smooth and hydrated. Shea butter and fruit extracts also help repair any chapped bits, so your lips stay plush and soft. It’s vibrant enough to be noticed but never over-the-top, making it ideal for everyday wear. Available in five flattering shades, it’s the kind of tint you’ll reach for when you want an easy, glossy pop of colour that feels like skincare.
For the gloss-averse who secretly crave shine, this one’s your middle ground. Blessed Moon’s lip tint gives a juicy shimmer while keeping a soft matte finish—basically, the best of both worlds. It’s infused with six natural oils that make lips feel moisturised all day. The sheer, lightweight formula glides on like butter and delivers a wash of colour that looks fresh. Whether you use it as a tint or a full lipstick, it gives that ‘I woke up with juicy lips’ vibe. Think of it as a gateway product for matte lovers learning to love the glossy side again.
This cult-favourite tint delivers a juicy flush of colour that melts seamlessly into lips and cheeks. The gel texture is light, blendable and easy to layer, whether you're after a soft blur stain or something more vivid.
If you love a good multitasker, Etude’s lip tint is your dream. It’s as cute as it is functional—the candy-shaped packaging makes it feel like a treat. You can dab it on your lips and cheeks for a monochromatic glow that screams juicy. The texture is nourishing and hydrating while delivering a rich pigment that lasts. It’s the perfect on-the-go tint, small enough to fit into even the tiniest bag. Whether you’re going for a soft, stained look or full-on shine, it adds the right amount of dewiness to your lips. Basically, it’s a skincare-meets-makeup innovation.
Rom&nd practically built its name on juicy lips and this tint explains why. It’s glossy but never sticky, hydrating but long-wearing. The crystal-clear shine gives lips a plump, glass-like finish that instantly smoothes lines. Packed with fruit oils and hyaluronic acid, it keeps lips hydrated from brunch to after-hours. Bonus: the colour payoff is high and fade-resistant for up to 12 hours. Whether you want a fresh, fruit-inspired tint or a lacquered effect, this one delivers everything you love about juicy lips—and then some.
If you like your glosses hydrating and glow-boosting, Milk Touch will deliver. With 42% moisturising essence, this glow tint glides on like silk, leaving a jelly-like, high-shine finish. The watery texture gives a just-bitten look while keeping your lips soft and plump all day. Even after sipping, snacking or endless yapping, the shine refuses to dull. The formula feels light yet deeply nourishing, perfect for those who want hydration without the stickiness. Think of it as lip care disguised as makeup—the kind that gives your lips a dewy, fruity glow everyone’s obsessed with right now.
This one feels like a spa treatment. Infused with hyaluronic acid, peptides and watermint extract, Muzigae Mansion’s tint locks in moisture while delivering a dreamy, high-shine finish. The brand’s High Shine Oil Complex gives your lips a dewy, glass-like glow, while the double-layer moisture system keeps them hydrated for hours. It’s lightweight and smells faintly floral—a detail that feels luxe. The result? Lips that look healthy, full and radiantly juicy without any heaviness. It’s glossy, it’s hydrating, it’s fresh. Basically, a clean-girl gloss but with a Korean twist.
This balm by Etude House has a buttery, balm-like texture that melts instantly into your lips, leaving behind a dewy, blurred finish that looks fresh and natural. This lightweight, multi-use balm is as comfortable as it is pretty—never sticky, never heavy. Infused with hydrating ingredients, it nourishes while giving a sheer, buildable wash of colour that flatters every skin tone. Dab it on lips or cheeks for that soft, juicy tint that feels equal parts skincare and makeup. It’s perfect for quick touch-ups and blends smoothly with fingers or brushes, giving you that glossy, radiant finish with zero effort required.