Glossier reviews and discussion

4.2

85% of reviewers would recommend to a friend

Reviews mention

  • Intuitive, finger‑friendly formulas
  • Natural, flattering shades
  • Lightweight, comfortable textures
  • Iconic, compliment‑magnet fragrance
  • Sheer, low‑coverage base
  • Inconsistent scent longevity
  • Fragile, leaky packaging
  • Limited, uneven shade range

Glossier delivers effortless, natural-looking makeup that many reviews praise—standouts include Boy Brow, Cloud Paint, Lash Slick, Stretch Concealer, and the “You” fragrance—while frequent critiques cite sheer coverage, short wear, and hit‑or‑miss skincare. Reviews of Glossier highlight intuitive, finger-friendly textures, flattering shades, iconic scent, and chic design, but also note reformulations (You and Balm Dotcom), packaging breaks/leaks, limited shade range, and products that feel lightweight to the point of barely there.

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2,448 reviews and posts

  • I’ve been a fan of Glossier for a long time but recently impressed with their skincare line. I’ve had some misses (the perfume and hand lotion didn’t end up being staples for me) but their Boy Brow, skin serums, and blushes are always in my drawer!

  • Absolutely love glossier products. The packaging is sleek and the the price point is very good.

  • Love the packaging and the products themselves are also great quality. I always repurchase

  • I love their lipgloss - high shine, long lasting, great applicator, a TRUE glossy lip gloss without the sticky feeling!!!

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  • The global Glossier experience is perfect but i wouldn't give 5 stars regarding the product that is basic, with no new innovations. The exfoliant gave me a skin reaction, the blushes texture is too creamy and does not mix well with any bronzer - need to be applied in very very very small quantity because very pigmented. the gloss is very sticky. Otherwise, the Mascara is a MUST!!!

  • Writing on behalf of my mom who loved the face creams! Cream had a nice feel and left her face feeling very nice.

  • I've only ever used Glossier's Universal Salve, and I love it, but Glossier has underwhelmed me in their response to @outtathegloss on Instagram. It's disappointing but not surprising.

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  • Phew, rating Glossier is rough. So far, I’ve loved almost all of their products (my fave is the milky jelly cleanser, after baume, boy brow, lash slick, and cloud paint in puff & spark) and the experience of their stores is extremely fun and awesome - however their recent business developments being less community oriented and more focused on mass consumption and profits makes me cautious to buy or recommend it.

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    I understand the desire to expand but I feel like Glossier could put more effort into its community again and making it feel more inclusive and return to its fun girl sleepover vibes vs the more corporate, almost luxury brand kind of attitude it’s turning into currently. Especially with the delightful surprises being less and the one on one communications being less personal.

  • It's the lack of overwhelm that keeps me running back to this brand. I'm not a wizard with makeup, so being able to count on Glossier to have a moderate selection (goodbye, decision paralysis!) that is straightforward and user-friendly is the biggest game changer.

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    Nothing.

  • Glossier is definitely a great starting brand for people getting into skincare and makeup. The products are generally great and very easy to use--making them ideal for those "minimalist" makeup looks. Glossier also has wonderful branding; the brick-and-mortar stores are delightful to visit and the brand ships out cute seasonal stickers and signature pink bubble-wrap zip bags with every order. I started using Glossier in my mid-teens and since then, have tried and tested many of their product offerings. My favorite makeup products from the brand have to be the Boy Brow eyebrow gel and the Cloud Paint cheek color. They have both has been staples in my makeup bag for YEARS as I have found that Boy Brow is one of the few tinted eyebrow gels in the market that does not have that rigid, crusty texture when it dries down and Cloud Paint has the perfect balance of pigment and spreadability AND looks amazing on skin throughout the day. My favorite skincare product from the brand is the Milky Jelly Cleanser. I wouldn't say that it is anything super special but I really enjoy how gentle it is on the skin and I do personally prefer gel cleansers that have more of a "jelly" texture than a creamier, more runny one. I am not a big fan of the Glossier serums; they broke me out in a big way and as someone with drier skin, this does not happen often. I did enjoy the Skin Tint and Stretch Concealer though not enough for me to repurchase them a second time around. I did, however, greatly enjoy their old Glossier Play line of colorful makeup products, particularly the colored eyeliner pencils which I still use to this day. It is definitely a shame that it was discontinued. Overall, I believe Glossier is a great brand for younger consumers and individuals who love an easy, no-fuss beauty routine. However, I would not recommend Glossier to individuals who feel that they require more makeup coverage or are looking for high-performing skincare products that target specific concerns.

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    I would love if Glossier made more products with higher coverage and pigment.

  • I like Glossier but I've personally never been blown away. I've had a couple of tubes of their Cloud Paint that was nice.

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    Even the Cloud paint is a little difficult to use. I've been able to find alternatives for everything else that's higher quality (read: longer-lasting) and thet I enjoy more.

  • Glossier is a good entry level brand for anyone just starting out on their skincare journey. The customer experience is great, from the website to the fun unboxing. The price point is really good, but there are way better/cleaner options out there for similar price points.

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    I'm not a fan of fragrance, it's a huge deal breaker for me.

  • The Milky Jelly Cleanser is a lovely + gentle daily cleanser. It really gets the makeup and sweat off without feeling harsh. Not totally a fan of the Priming Moisturizer Rich. I was hoping for something really rich and emollient, but my skin still feels a little dry after applying. The Futuredew gives a gorgeous sun-kissed glow. Love that.

  • Great mission! Great social media presence! Reliable products! Only critique is that it’s become too mainstream.

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    Honestly nothing !

  • Everything I've tried from this brand, I've liked. Favourite products are the body hero shower gel and the exfoliator.

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    Would love them to use less plastic packaging.

  • I purchased the boy brow and boy flick pen because I wanted to try and achieve a fuller looking brow (I already have micro blading and lamination). I loved their website and the packaging it came in because it’s now become my bag organizer. The brow gel is fantastic cuz it doesn’t clump or get hard as a rock on my brows. Great customer service because my first package got sent to the wrong address and they sent me out a new one the same day without any hesitation.

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    I’m not sure I quite know how to use Boy flick Because it never seems to work correctly or look like the tutorial video.

  • I am definitely not a makeup person, but I heard the hype behind this brand and had to get something. So a while back I tried the Wowder Duo. This includes the Wowder finishing powder and the Wowder brush. While I loved the packaging and look of the products, I felt that a cheaper powder I previously used did a better job of covering up the redness on my face. I would be interested in trying more of their products, but their price point is a bit too high for me to feel like I could experiment with whatever else they have.

  • I love how easy the products are to use and that most of them don't require additional tools. It makes it really easy to swipe things on and feel set for the day. I love Generation G which is a perfect matte lip tint, Haloscope is an easy-to-use swipe on highlighter stick, and Lidstar is an easy way to add color to the lids without too much effort. The Milky Jelly Cleanser is also great, though I've switched to a similar product from Pacifica that comes in a glass bottle.

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    I'm always looking for more sustainability in my products and that's not a focus for Glossier.

  • innovative brand and fantastic marketing. i like their lip liner! but a lot of their products unfortunately break me out like the blush and the bronzer. glossier you smells good tho

  • Glossier is an amazing set of products. I definitely recommend it is worth the price and you’ll be glad that you’ve tried them. Definitely made a difference for me.