Maybe it's the way the scorching sun reflects off a pair of glistening lips, or the way guys are so easily distracted by superpouty, superkissable mouths. But whatever it is, lip gloss and summer beauty go together like fireworks and Fourth of July. This year, gloss lovers have even more reason to get their shine on with Flirt's Summer Squeeze ($10 each; kohls.com), four new additions to the brand's popular Squeeze Me lip collection.

The shades--Tickled Pink (a glimmery bubblegum pink), Gold Rush (a shimmery, barely there gold), Kiss Up (a sheer champagne), and Mi Amor (a sparkly coral)--are all versatile, skin-flattering, and easy to mix and match. Plus, the glosses are portable, come with a handy slant tip, and boast a deliciously sweet taste that's a far cry from the offensive chalkiness of less-edible formulas. And at just $10 a pop, you can afford to splurge on the whole collection and won't burst into tears if you leave one in your summer fling's car as a memento.

Unlike some fair-weather friends, Summer Squeezes won't turn foul (no stickiness or tackiness at seasonal functions) so they're sure to be standard issue in the handbags of beauty buffs. One word of caution, though: The glittery sparkles that make Mi Amor so fabulous also stay on your lips forever. So when you sneak a secret kiss with your boyfriend plant or plant one on your grandmother's check, you'll really be leaving your mark. --Janelle Harris

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