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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lucy Smith

Is this £3.50 lip balm as good as Clinique's £24.50 black honey almost lipstick?

I got to work testing the affordable alternative - (Clinique/17./iStock/The Independent)

If you’ve ever tried Clinique’s black honey almost lipstick then you’ll know that it’s the ultimate finishing touch to any make-up look, be that your everyday look or your evening glam.

Something else you’ll likely be familiar with is its cost – at £25 it’s not exactly cheap, so naturally, I’ve been on the hunt for a more affordable alternative. And thanks to TikTok, I’ve discovered a formula that is £20 cheaper – and to say I was excited is an understatement.

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