The e.l.f. Sun Boss Gloss SPF 25 is a tinted, high-shine lip gloss with broad-spectrum SPF 25, a coconut scent and five shades. It went on sale on June 7, 2024 at $7 through elfcosmetics.com and Ulta, and is $8 on e.l.f.'s site today, rated 4.7 stars from 239 reviews.
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Brand | e.l.f. Cosmetics |
| Product | Sun Boss Gloss SPF 25 |
| Release date | June 7, 2024 |
| Price | $7 at launch (USD, 2024); $8 on e.l.f.'s product page as of September 21, 2026 |
| Availability | elfcosmetics.com and Ulta Beauty at launch |
| Shades | 5 |
| SPF | Broad spectrum SPF 25 |
| Key ingredients | Vitamin E and hyaluronic acid; coconut scent |
Shade Guide: Which Shades Does Sun Boss Gloss Come In?
e.l.f. lists five shades with these descriptions:
| Shade | Color |
|---|---|
| It's Your Mauve | Neutral mauve |
| Peachy Kween | Soft coral |
| Pink-Me Girl | Pink beige |
| Blush Much? | Milky pink |
| That's My Jam | Berry |
e.l.f. describes the tints as sheer and universally flattering, with buildable color and a lightweight, non-sticky formula.
Our take: the range leans soft, so it is a wash-of-color gloss, not a bold statement lip. That's My Jam is the only berry on the list.
Is the SPF Enough?
e.l.f. lists broad-spectrum SPF 25 sun protection. Our take: a gloss wears off faster than a sunscreen because of eating, drinking and rubbing, so reapply during the day if you are counting on it for sun exposure.
What Does It Feel and Smell Like?
e.l.f. says the formula is moisturizing, with conditioning vitamin E and hyaluronic acid, plus "a delish coconut scent that treats lips to a tropical vacay." If you dislike scented lip products, that is worth knowing before you buy.
What Is Confirmed, and What Is Not?
Confirmed: the price, five shades, SPF, scent and 4.7 star rating are all from e.l.f.'s Sun Boss Gloss page. e.l.f. lists the product as 100% vegan, cruelty-free and Fair Trade.
Not confirmed: the page we read didn't show the size or the full ingredient list, and we can't confirm the current Ulta listing.
September 21, 2026 update: we re-checked the price, shades and rating. The gloss costs $1 more than at its June 2024 launch.
Quick Answers
Is it sticky? e.l.f. calls the formula lightweight and non-sticky. We haven't tested it.
Which shade is the most natural? Blush Much? (milky pink) and Pink-Me Girl (pink beige) are the softest descriptions on the page.
Which shade would you choose? Tell us in the comments.
