Essence Juicy Bomb: every type at a glance and which one to choose
Juicy Bomb is a line by Essence with glossy lip products and body mists, easy to spot by the fruity colours and sweet scents. The best known is the Juicy Bomb Shiny Lipgloss; next to it there is a Plumping Lipgloss, a Glossy Butter Balm, body mists and a steady stream of new limited editions. Want shine above all, go for the Shiny Lipgloss; want fuller-looking lips, the Plumping Lipgloss; want care with a hint of colour, the Butter Balm.
What exactly is a Juicy Bomb?
The name comes from the Juicy Bomb Shiny Lipgloss: a sheer gloss with a fruity tint and a scent that matches its name, from watermelon to berries. It isn't sticky and gives a wet, high-shine finish. By now Juicy Bomb is a whole family, with the same fruity names and colours on lip gloss, lip balm and body mist.
You'll find all Essence glosses, the Juicy Bombs included, together in one collection on our shop.
Which Juicy Bombs are there?
These are the types you come across most, side by side.
| Type | What it is | Effect | Pick it if |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shiny Lipgloss | Sheer gloss with a fruity tint and scent | Wet, high-shine finish | you mainly want shine |
| Plumping Lipgloss | Gloss with a slightly cooling texture | Optically fuller lips, medium coverage | you want your lips to look fuller |
| Glossy Butter Balm | Lip balm in a stick, with shea butter and coconut oil | Soft colour and shine | you want something that feels like a balm |
| Body mist | Light fragrance spray for your body | Sweet, fruity or warm scent | you want the Juicy Bomb scent on your skin too |
| Sets and limited editions | Several glosses in one box, often with a theme | Depends on the set | you like to collect or you're buying a gift |
Juicy Bomb Shiny Lipgloss
The classic. Wear it on its own for a fresh look, or over a lip liner or lipstick for extra shine. The shades are sheer, so even a deep colour like Crushed Berry stays easy to wear: it gives a warm berry tint and smells of berries.
Juicy Bomb Plumping Lipgloss
The Plumping Lipgloss looks a lot like the Shiny, but has a slightly cooling texture and more coverage. The cool feeling comes from menthone glycerin acetal, and there's a peptide in the formula too. Your lips look fuller; that effect is temporary and optical, just like with other lip plumpers.
Juicy Bomb Glossy Butter Balm
Want something that feels more like a lip balm? Then the Glossy Butter Balm is your pick. The buttery, melting formula contains shea butter, coconut oil and grape seed oil, among others, and gives your lips a soft colour and shine. So Berry Cute is lilac and smells of berries. Good to know: the balm doesn't twist back down, so only twist up what you need.
Juicy Bomb body mist
The body mists bring the Juicy Bomb scents to your skin. There are several ranges, such as the Tropical Drop with fruity scents and the Mood Boosting Drop. Made To Smile from that last range smells warm, of coconut, tiger lily and vanilla. A body mist is lighter than perfume, so feel free to spritz it again a few times a day. In what is scent layering you'll read how to combine it with your other scents.
How many Juicy Bombs are there, and which is the newest?
There's no fixed number. Next to the permanent shades, Essence regularly brings out limited editions, often around a season or a theme. Think of glosses with dessert scents like the Choco Bomb, the Candy Bomb and the Dulce de Leche Bomb, and sets that are only available for a while. Fan of a limited edition? Don't wait too long.
The Sweet Treats Edition is a good example: a set of five glosses, including the Choco Bomb and four limited edition shades with scents like marshmallow, cookies and cream and banana pudding.
Which Juicy Bomb suits you?
- You mainly want shine and a fruity scent: the Shiny Lipgloss.
- You want your lips to look fuller: the Plumping Lipgloss.
- You want something that feels like a caring balm: the Glossy Butter Balm.
- You want the scent around you all day: a body mist.
- You want to collect or try several shades: a set.
Is a Juicy Bomb a nice gift?
Juicy Bombs are small, colourful and recognisable, which makes them an easy gift for a birthday, Christmas or any holiday. A single gloss fits in a stocking, and with a set you give several shades at once. The line also has a pink silicone holder that sticks to your phone case with suction cups, so your Shiny Lipgloss is always within reach.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Juicy Bomb lip gloss sticky?
The Shiny Lipgloss has a non-sticky formula. It feels smooth and glides easily over your lips.
Do all Juicy Bombs have a scent?
Most of them have a scent or flavour that matches the name, like berries, watermelon or a dessert. The body mists are all about the scent.
Are Juicy Bombs vegan?
Most Juicy Bomb products are vegan and cruelty free. Not sure about a limited edition? Check the features on the product page.
Can you wear a Juicy Bomb over lipstick?
Yes. The Shiny Lipgloss is sheer, so over a lipstick or lip liner it adds extra shine to your colour.
What's the difference between the Shiny Lipgloss and the Butter Balm?
The Shiny Lipgloss is a liquid gloss with an applicator and is all about shine. The Butter Balm is a stick with a buttery formula and feels more like a caring lip balm.