Glossier reviews and discussion

4.2

85% of reviewers would recommend to a friend

Reviews mention

  • Effortless, buildable formulas
  • Compliment‑magnet signature fragrance
  • Iconic, intuitive packaging
  • Natural, seamless finishes
  • Sheer, short‑wear pigments
  • Inconsistent reformulation outcomes
  • Drying, quick‑spent mascara/brow
  • Fussy, fragile packaging

Glossier earns mixed reviews: the brand excels at effortless “no-makeup makeup” with standouts like Boy Brow, Cloud Paint, Lash Slick, Stretch Concealer, and the Glossier You fragrance, but several users find the skincare average and some makeup too sheer to last. Reviews praise easy, finger-friendly application, flattering shades, and iconic packaging, while noting weaknesses such as reformulations (Balm Dotcom, You), limited coverage and pigment, mascara/brow products drying quickly, packaging flaws, and scent or longevity concerns with You.

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2,460 reviews and posts

  • I’m not much of a makeup person, but almost all of my makeup is from Glossier because of their quality. Love every item I have from them!

  • The lip balm (or bomb) is bomb — try the coconut, it’s like a sophisticated adult lip smackers softlips

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    So hydrated — love the face wash too, and packaging is so cute

  • This brand carries products that are perfect for the no makeup - makeup look

  • I absolutely love boy brow! It's helped my eyebrows grow while making them look more filled in!

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    More sales!

  • I’ve given this as a gift but was pretty shocked by the cost. However, it’s my impression that the quality of product is high, despite trending toward a younger audience.

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    Continue with product innovation because more and more these days brands fall out of favor when an ingredient becomes questionable or concerning.

  • I am beyond in love with the cheek tints. So smooth and easy to use. I am also in love with the boy brow. These are my go tos. Love so much.

  • Some products are hit or miss. More sheer, natural vibe for make up

  • I'm a big fan of Glossier's balm dot com, which is the perfect salve for dry spots and chapped lips! However, some of their product packaging is lackluster. Though I've previously been a fan of the milky jelly cleanser, the pump's locking mechanism frequently sticks and unsticks, especially when it's jostled in a travel bag.

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    Be careful with some of the packaging on pump-top products. If you prefer buying your makeup and skincare in-person, it's now available at Sephora.

  • Love the brow product and perfume

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    The skin line isn’t my favorite.

  • I have tried several of Glossier's products! Some of my favorites are the Balm Dot Com's and the You Solid Perfume. They have excellent products that are of excellent quality. Their skincare is also amazing. Glossier as a brand as a whole is just amazing. I have also visited their Philadelphia & SoHo stores and they were both an amazing experience and I will definitely be going back.

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    More restocks of products would be nice. It seems like when things go out of stock they are out of stock for awhile.

  • Bought the viral "You" perfume. It is just okay. I will still use it, but it is not revolutionary. I have also used their exfoliating bar soap. Really enjoyed that, but it is a bit pricey.

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    I like the packaging and the mission, but it tends to be on the expensive side for just meh products.

  • I love glossier's products. I use the balm dotcom religiously. The mascara looks super natural, lengthens, and thickens the look of my lashes. I also love the brow gel. Another super natural looking product that leaves me looking like a more polished version of myself.

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    Previously i would say i wouldve liked to see it in stores/become more accessible, but it is now avail at sephora! Such an awesome development

  • I bought the Glossier You solid before the rollerball was released. The fragrance lives up to the hype. If it were available at the time, I would have bought the roller ball over the solid. That being said, I think it's awesome that the solid is re-fillable, and it's great for travel or sneaking into a purse since it doesn't count as a liquid. This was the first time I bought a perfume solid, but now that I've had it for a while, I'd definitely re-purchase again. And, of course, it smells fantastic.

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    I don't have any additional feedback. The You solid is the only product I've purchased from Glossier, and it's great! I can't provide additional feedback about any of Glossier's other products.

  • I've purchased a few Glossier over the years and have found them to be either some of my favorite products or ones I wish I hadn't purchased. I love the Lash Slick Mascara, Haloscope Highligher, Generation G Lipstick (even though the case itself pops open in my purse), and Balm Dotcoms.

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    I was disappointed in the Priming Moisturizer especially -- it didn't feel like anything nor does it feel like it does anything.

  • Glossier has a wonderful selection of products. the branding is world-class and I have products that I continuously rebuy after finishing them.

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    Boy Brow and the milk jelly cleanser are my favorite. I have found that the other color cosmetics don't last all day and aren't a great fit for my lifestyle. I am very intereseted in trying Glossier You as I've heard a lot about the fragrance!

  • I'm very "meh" on Glossier products overall. I've tried the mascara, balm dot com, various sparkly eyeshadows, and many friends have the perfume. Nothing has blown me away, and the perfume drives me crazy - I don't like the way it smells and it's EVERYWHERE now. Too musky.

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    I think Glossier is more hype than quality. It's not cheaper enough, more sustainably made, or higher quality enough to win out over lots of other brands. I don't think it's bad or especially harmful, based on what I know, but they do produce a lot of waste and it's a lot of plastic in their trendy packaging. The mascara brush is very nice, but the mascara is shorter-lasting and flakes earlier, in my experience.

  • Love the makeup especially the cloud paint and lip glosses. Less of a fan of the skin care and facial wash (due to synthetic smell).

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    Has a cult following due to its amazing branding and overall vibe. I like a few of their products, specifically the cloud paint which is compact, creamy, blendable/buildable, and lasts a long time (lot of product). Lip balms are amazing and good gifts!

  • I've been wearing Glossier for years. I'm still a huge fan of their Boy Brow (after trying many newer brands), but I've found other highlighters and mascaras that feel like they're better quality.