Test Mode: The Outset’s Best-Selling Lip Oasis Now Comes in Three Juicy Colors

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When I think of a lip gloss versus a lip treatment, the former sits on top of the lips for reflective shine, while the latter sinks in deep to nourish. Since its debut last October, The Outset’s Lip Oasis has stood in a league of its own—a true hybrid that offers the gloss of a lip product with the hydration of a treatment. The clear, glossy goodie has taken off, selling out seven times. Now, with the addition of three juicy new shades, its popularity is poised to reach even greater heights.

"This launch is all about celebrating what a lip treatment can be. You don't have to choose between color and care—you can have both," co-founder Scarlett Johansson tells InStyle. "I've always wanted to create a lip product that feels as good as it looks, and expanding the shade range felt like the natural next step. We wanted to give people more ways to wear it while keeping the same lightweight, nourishing feel that makes it so special."

All About the New Shades

"I’m so excited about these! We’ve introduced three new shades that are sheer, buildable, and incredibly wearable," says Johansson, our Spring Issue cover star. "We designed them to be flattering on all skin tones while maintaining the same hydrating, plumping benefits as the original clear shade."

New Lip Oasis Shades:

• Sun Kiss: Soft Orange-Red

• Mirage: Sheer Plum

• Dune: Sheer Nude

Now, Lip Oasis is available in Sun Kiss, a soft orange-red that adds just the right amount of warmth and brightness; Mirage, a sheer plum that brings a touch of moodiness without being too bold; and Dune, a sheer nude that enhances your natural lip color in the most effortless way.

Due to the sheer nature of a gloss, each shade is versatile—but still packs a punch. "I love them all for different reasons! Dune is my everyday go-to—it’s so natural and easy," says Johannson. "But when I want a little more color, Mirage is a great, soft plum. And Sun Kiss is perfect for those days when I want a fresh, sun-kissed look."

The Outset Lip Oasis

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What Makes the Formula So Good

If Johansson and I have just one thing in common, it's a shared love of a good lip gloss—heavy on the good. "A good gloss instantly makes everything feel fresh and effortless," says Johannson. "It gives your lips that healthy, plump look and pulls your whole face together—without feeling like you’re wearing a full face of makeup."

Lip Oasis acts as a cocoon. Sure, it provides a glossy armor that makes your lips shine like glass, but it also delivers an array of comforting and beneficial ingredients. My lips welcome the formula's flood of moisture and hydration with open arms, soaking it in for a softer feel and plumper look. The look-good-feel-good approach is achieved through a potent blend of moisturizing squalane, hydrating polyglycerides, and brightening lactic acid.

But the true stars of the show are the Hyaluroset™ Complex, a hydrating ingredient derived from the Cassia flower, and MaxiLip™, a peptide that stimulates collagen production for smoother, better-defined lips over time. "Our Hyaluroset™ Complex actually outperforms hyaluronic acid, which is pretty amazing," says Johannson. "And MaxiLip™ helps enhance lip volume and contour."

Putting Lip Oasis to the Test

Sunkiss

Sunkiss is the perfect red gloss. It's a stunning red with subtle orange undertones that gives the perfect "I just ate a juicy strawberry" look. It reads a bit pink when applied to natural lips, which I adore, but I also know it will look fabulous atop a red lip stain for a true red finish.

Mirage

Mirage is a plummy shade that adds a hint of color to your lips. Though it squeezes out dark, it spreads into a pretty wash of color that enhances your natural lip color. While berry shades are often reserved for the cooler months, this sheer stunner absolutely deserves a spot in your summer rotation.

Dune

Dune is so, so pretty. It has a bit of pinky-beige pigment that cools down the color of your lips for a chic and simple look. The pigment also helps to camouflage any lip discoloration—think of it like the gloss equivalent of concealer for your lips.

The Bottom Line

These cushiony, nourishing glosses are an absolute game-changer—they glide on effortlessly, provide a burst of hydration, and deliver the perfect pop of color, making them one of my official go-to products for the summer. As Johansson puts it, "It’s that perfect finishing touch, whether you’re going for a minimal, natural vibe or layering it over lipstick for extra dimension."

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