Gisou has just added three new shades to its sought-after lip oil line-up—trust me, they're going to sell fast

It’s no secret that Gisou has caused a stir in the beauty world with its honey-infused range. The brand simply can’t seem to release a new product without it becoming an instant social media sensation. 

Case in point: Gisou’s original (and most iconic) product, the Honey Infused Hair Oil. As Marie Claire UK’s Junior Shopping Editor, I’ve tried a fair few hair oils in my time, and choose to use this thick-textured oil daily (it’s ideal for hydrating and refreshing the lengths of my hair between washes, you see). So naturally, whenever Gisou releases a new product, I get a little excited.

Lip oils have shot into popularity over the last few years - spearheaded by Dior’s cult Lip Glow and the iconic Clarins Lip Comfort Oil, with top brands like e.l.f., Beauty Pie and more quickly following suit and creating their own formulas. It only made sense for Gisou to release its own take last year, and the brand has just launched three stunning new shades just in time for spring/summer.

So what actually is a lip oil? I see it as somewhere between a lip gloss and a lip balm; super hydrating but not at all sticky, and often finished with a subtle tint to add vibrancy to your make-up look without resorting to a full-coverage liquid lipstick. In short: it’s the ideal quick make-up fix to make you feel more put-together but not too ‘done up’.

The Gisou lip oils are among the most popular to shop, and after falling in love with the original shades last year, I had to try out the new launches for myself.

My review of the new Gisou lip oils

First things first, let’s talk about consistency. Like every Gisou product, these lip oils have been infused with Mirsalehi honey (from the brand founder's family's bee garden), which makes them incredibly nourishing - but not at all sticky or greasy. Each of the lip oils have impressive staying power, and still keep my lips hydrated, hours after the initial sheen has faded away or been blotted off.

The three new shades have also been scientifically proven to provide eight hour hydration and shine (based on independent laboratory studies using scientifically proven instrumental testing). As someone with chronically dry lips, this is a massive bonus.

Each new oil comes in a different yet equally beautiful summer-friendly shade, which I’ll go into a bit more depth on soon. I usually wear each of the lip oils alone, but it goes without saying that they look equally great over lipsticks and liners.

Glazed Plum

Kicking off with my favourite shade out of the new launches, Glazed Plum. I absolutely love the sparkles in this formula, and whilst they look quite intense in the tube, they're far more subtle on the lips. It has a delicious sweet scent and offers a semi-sheer finish with a hint of golden brown.

I love wearing this shade over brown lip liners for a 90s lip with more gloss and hydration, but it also layers beautifully over matte lipsticks if you prefer some shine. This is definitely my go-to for fuller glam looks or evenings out when I want to ensure my lips stay hydrated.

Raspberry Swirl

The clue is in the name with this one - it has a sweet pink finish in a sheer cool tone, which makes it the ideal pinky nude for those who don't want anything too bright. It's extremely glossy and has a good amount of colour payoff if you're after a 'your lips but better' finish.

This has become my go-to shade when I'm doing natural makeup, as it can be trusted to give my lips some colour without being too striking. I find wearing it alone looks beautiful, but it is another one that can be layered with your favourite nude to lock in moisture.

Bee-llini Peach

The third and final new shade from Gisou is Bee-llini Peach. I would say this shade is most similar to Raspberry Swirl but it is much more of an orange-toned pink. So if you like the sound of Raspberry Swirl's natural finish but prefer warmer tones on you, this is the Gisou lip oil to go for.

It's a true peach shade that I find looks best with bronzey makeup looks to give your face an unmatched glow, so I can already tell this will be my most worn shade of the summer. With a creamy and sweet peachy scent that isn't too overpowering, I want to keep reapplying all day.

Strawberry Sorbet

This lip oil looks like a bright raspberry red in the tube, but the colour is surprisingly subtle on the lips - leaving a faint wash of red/pink, perfect for everyday wear.

I’m a huge fan of the strawberry scent, and it goes without saying that this shade looks great worn over red lipstick (hello Mob Wife aesthetic), but it also adds a lovely wash of colour on make-up-free days - my personal favourite way to wear it.

Mango Passion Punch

For me, Mango Passion Punch is citrus central - the ideal summer scent, with notes of mango and passionfruit. It has a coral tint, which can be subtle or quite vivid, depending on how much you pack the product on.

I reckon this shade would really pop on medium to deep skin tones. This is one of the only one of these shades that I’d personally prefer to wear with a lip liner for more definition - it adds a beautiful shine and touch of vibrant colour to a nude lip. 

Watermelon Sugar

This is. my absolute favourite from the original collection. Watermelon Sugar smells seriously nostalgic, like walking through my favourite childhood sweet shop, but that’s not the only reason I’m obsessed with this lip oil.

If you were a fan of the Golden Shimmer Glow lip oil that’s constantly selling out, you need to try Gisou’s newest glittery iteration, which features a gorgeous cool-toned pink shimmer, the antithesis of the original gold.

My preferred way to wear it is alone, for an impressive glossy finish, but it’ll also add a beautiful frosty sheen over your favourite pink lipstick. Yes, it’s glittery, but not aggressively so. It’s probably the lip oil I’ll reach for most day-to-day. 

Coconut Frost

This smells like coconuts, perfect for summer, and has a gorgeous white-blue shimmer which looks stunning paired with cool-toned make-up looks. I've worn it over a nude lip liner, but it looks equally fab on its own. I now consider it a must for summer parties.