Disco Lips: the shimmering trend that's dominating the catwalks (and the feeds)

When Anora won the Oscar for Best Picture, we immediately knew one thing: 2025 would be the year the world started to shine again. Not just because of the intense storyline or the impeccable directing, but thanks to the beauty details that went viral in a flash: Mikey Madison not only sporting Tinsel hair, but also the legendary Diamond Bomb by Fenty Beauty on her eyes. The same one Hailey Bieber chose outside the Dolby Theatre. To officially usher in the era of sparkle came Ariana Grande, whose recent beauty moments have turned every red carpet into a masterclass in glow. And what about Aimee Lou Wood's glittery eyes in The White Lotus? The direction is clear: shine everywhere.

Breathing new life into this luminous revival is the comeback of the ’80s aesthetic: voluminous gravity-defying hair, bold eyeshadows covering the lids, and glossy lips that look almost liquid under the flash. It’s Studio 54 with a twist: lighter textures, smarter formulas, and an unstoppable desire to sparkle effortlessly. And right in the middle of this dazzling comeback, Disco Lips exploded onto the scene. We spotted them on Miley Cyrus in the Something Beautiful video (make-up by James Kaliardos), on models at Miu Miu’s SS25 show, and during Christopher John Rogers’ FW25 collection. They’re not just a beauty trend: they’re a declaration of contemporary glamour.

What are Disco Lips?

In simple words? Jewel-like lips, drenched in layers of ultra-fine glitter, pearly pigments, and a wet-look finish. This isn’t your usual clear gloss: Disco Lips capture light from every angle, turning your mouth into the absolute star of the look. The most popular shades? Luminous nudes and cool tones that flatter virtually every skin tone, offering that soft-focus glow that feels unattainable yet is easily within reach. For minimalists who still want a playful twist, inspiration comes from Pat McGrath, the ultimate make-up queen. She presented a different take on the trend at Miu Miu’s runway: instead of a classic shimmering gloss, she used eyeshadows from her Luminous Legends: Mega Eye Shadow Palette directly on the lips, outlining the center of the lips with a pink and silver shimmer liner, and adding either a clear gloss or a complementary matte lipstick. The result? A three-dimensional stardust effect.

How to recreate Disco Lips, a tutorial

There’s something irresistibly magnetic about Disco Lips. Those lips, shiny as vinyl and filled with light reflections, seem to catch every single ray. And even though the final effect screams bold glamour, the truth is that achieving this look is much simpler than it seems. The core idea? It shouldn't look like you tried too hard. Disco Lips work best when they have that slightly lived-in feel. You don’t need a thousand products or professional techniques: you just need the right essentials and one keyword: layering.

• First, the lips must be perfectly smooth. A quick scrub (you can try Goovi Sweet Crush Scrub or Saie Lip Blur Scrub) with an exfoliating stick or a soft, damp toothbrush will work wonders. Then, apply a lightweight lip balm and let it absorb well: this creates the ideal base.
• Next, lightly outline the lips with a lip pencil either matching your natural color or slightly darker, blending it with your fingers to avoid harsh lines.
• Move on to the core of the look: the base color. You can opt for a satin lipstick, a glossy lip tint, or even a creamy eyeshadow as Pat McGrath suggested at Miu Miu. The color choice is personal, whether transparent, cool, or warm-toned, metallic-finished or not.
• Now comes the fun part: the jewel effect. For a full impact, go for an ultra-glossy gloss applied over the entire lips. Examples? The iconic Fenty Beauty Gloss Bomb Universal Lip Luminizer or ISAMAYA Liplacq. For a more sophisticated take, dab a bit of shimmering eyeshadow or iridescent pigments just in the center of the lips.
• Finally, seal it all in. Don’t be afraid to add another layer of transparent or glitter gloss, like the Astra Hypnotize Vinyl Lip Gloss. It’s the thoughtful and light layering that gives the perfect mirror-ball lips effect that defines the energy of Disco Lips.

A bonus tip? Always carry your gloss with you for a quick touch-up. Disco Lips are alive: they move, shift, and change as you dance and talk.

Best products for Disco Lips

For truly dazzling lips, you need trustworthy allies. One of the first names to know is Saie. Their Glossybounce High-Shine Hydrating Lip Gloss is like the perfect dress for Disco Lips: moisturizing, soft, never heavy. It glides onto the lips, leaving a subtle yet strong glow, the kind that keeps you looking fresh even after hours of dancing. If you're after pure vinyl shine, the Hypnotize Liquid Lip Gloss by Astra is the answer: a liquid glow that captures every movement, without the sticky feeling that ruins everything. But Disco Lips aren’t just about gloss and shine. You need a base that lasts all night (or day, because Disco Lips have no time limits), especially if you plan on drinking, laughing, singing, kissing. Enter Lord&Berry’s Timeless Kissproof Lipstick, a long-lasting, ultra-lightweight liquid lipstick you can wear alone for a more matte look or layered under a glitter gloss for a super-wow effect. Feeling bold? You’ll fall in love with Smashbox’s Halo Plump + Glow Lip Gloss: a plumping gloss that gives your lips that ’80s poster fullness with just a slight tingling sensation. For something even rarer, almost precious, there’s Chantecaille’s Lip Cristal: every swipe leaves behind a trail of subtle but intense light, like a crystal under the sun. Perfect for those who want to embrace the trend without losing an ounce of elegance. And for multitaskers (and who doesn’t love them?), e.l.f.'s Glow Reviver Lip Oil Glimmer is simply genius: a cross between an oil and a gloss, with ultra-glowy reflections and a texture so light you’ll forget you’re wearing it.

SMASHBOX - Halo Plump + Glow Lip Gloss

23,19€

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ASTRA MAKE-UP - Hypnotize Liquid Lipstick

5,09€

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CHANTECAILLE - Lip Cristal

63,99€

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LORD & BERRY - Timeless Kissproof Lipstick

23,29€

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ISAMAYA - Liplacq 2.0

36€

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SEPHORA COLLECTION - About That Shine

13,99€

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FENTY BEAUTY - Gloss Bomb Stix

25€

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RABANNE MAKEUP - Rouge Rabanne Glowies

24€

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VALENTINO MAKE UP - Spike Valentino

45€

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PAT McGRATH LABS - Lust

39,90€

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How to complete the Disco Lips make-up look

Glittering lips are the star, but a real Disco Lips look thrives on the full ensemble: skin, eyes, energy. The idea is simple: dazzle, without blinding. The base should be light, almost imperceptible, but full of light. Imagine a complexion that reflects club lights without ever looking heavy. A glow foundation -or better yet, a sheer skin tint - is perfect. Aim for a “second skin” effect. Add a touch of creamy highlighter on the cheekbones, Cupid’s bow, and inner corners of the eyes: think about where the disco ball would naturally hit you. On the eyes, bold but graceful is the keyword. If you want to truly honor the ’80s legacy, go for a satin-finished eyeshadow in cool tones like silver, lilac, or icy blue, blended but left slightly imperfect at the edges. Otherwise, for a more current look, a sleek graphic black eyeliner or a soft warm brown smudge in the crease will give you intensity without stealing the scene from your lips. And don’t forget the mascara: it needs to be generous, layered, almost theatrical. Lastly, hair. True free spirits know that a hairstyle too perfect kills the magic. The references? Studio 54, Diana Ross, Jerry Hall. Volume, soft waves, subtle crimping, or just loose, shiny, slightly wild hair. Or even deliberately messy, as Miuccia Prada teaches. A little glam, a little rebellious.