Clinique Almost Lipstick Tinted Lip Balm — Black Honey, Sheer Moisturizing Glossy Tint

Clinique Almost Lipstick in Black Honey is a cult-favorite, sheer tinted lip balm that delivers lightweight, glossy color that flatters every skin tone.

Known for its chameleon-like finish, Black Honey by Clinique appears deep in the tube but melts into a translucent wash of flattering color on the lips. The formula sits between a balm and a lipstick: emollient-rich, glideable, and easy to layer under or over other lip products. Its blend of pigments adapts to individual lip chemistry so the shade looks unique on everyone while providing a sleek, moisturized sheen.

How does Black Honey look so different on everyone?

Black Honey contains a mix of blue, red and yellow pigments in a translucent base that reacts with each person’s natural lip tone. Rather than depositing opaque color, it enhances and deepens the existing shade of your lips, creating a personalized result.

• Transparent pigments adapt to your natural lip color
• Sheer finish avoids heavy, mask-like coverage
• Glossy texture highlights natural lip contours

What texture and finish can I expect?

The texture is lightweight and balmy, not sticky like a gloss or heavy like a traditional lipstick. It leaves a moist, slightly glossy finish that keeps lips looking healthy and reflective without feeling weighed down.

• Emollient-rich formula for smooth application
• Sheer, glossy slip that feels breathable
• Easy to layer for more intensity or worn alone for a subtle wash

How should I use it in my routine?

Almost Lipstick is versatile: apply it solo for a natural, everyday look, layer it over a lip liner for definition, or wear it beneath other lip colors to add sheen and hydration. Because it’s forgiving and glides on smoothly, you can reapply without a mirror whenever you need a quick refresh.

• Wear alone for a universal, buildable tint
• Layer under or over other lip products to modify shade and finish
• Perfect for quick touch-ups—no mirror required

Will it hydrate my lips or just add color?

While Almost Lipstick’s main purpose is sheer color, its emollient-rich base also helps soften and smooth lips. It’s designed to offer a hydrated look and comfortable wear, though it’s not a substitute for targeted lip treatments or medicated balms.

• Hydrating emollients create a sleek surface
• Comfortable for everyday wear without drying
• Pairs well with dedicated lip care products if extra treatment is needed

Who is this for? Clinique Almost Lipstick in Black Honey is ideal for anyone wanting an effortless, universally flattering lip color with a lightweight, moisturizing feel. It suits people who prefer buildable, low-maintenance makeup, those who like to layer products, and anyone seeking a signature, everyday shade that complements a wide range of skin tones.

Ingredients

Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil, Glyceryl Triacetyl Ricinoleate, Cetyl Ricinoleate, Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax\Candelilla Cera\Cire De Candelilla, Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax\Cera Carnauba\Cire De Carnauba, Polyethylene, Tocopheryl Acetate, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Barium Sulfate, [+/- Yellow 5 Lake (Ci 19140), Blue 1 Lake (Ci 42090), Iron Oxides (Ci 77491, Ci 77492, Ci 77499), Red 7 Lake (Ci 15850), Mica, Carmine (Ci 75470), Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Red 6 (Ci 15850), Red 22 Lake (Ci 45380), Red 30 Lake (Ci 73360), Yellow 6 Lake (Ci 15985), Bismuth Oxychloride (Ci 77163), Red 33 Lake (Ci 17200), Red 28 Lake (Ci 45410)] 38083 Please be aware that ingredient lists may change or vary from time to time. Please refer to the ingredient list on the product package you receive for the most up to date list of ingredients.