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Bellissima! Clinique's Black Honey Has Three New Sister Shades

BellaSugar — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 08:00:47 -0700

Although this lipstick range is part of the Fall 2007 Play In The Darks collection by Clinique, that I told you about in late July, these three new shades of Almost Lipstick struck a chord when I realized that they are renditions of the ever-popular cult favorite Black Honey Almost Lipstick. At first I thought there was just one new version out called Black Plum, but I have recently learned about two more shades in Black Raspberry (bright, sheer pink) and Black Raisin (deep wine).

There's a reason I am so excited. These aren't just any lipsticks, they could arguably be some of the best lipsticks ever created. They look intimidatingly dark in the tube, but they glide on smooth and the result is a shiny, sheer and clean stain-like finish.

The shades are universally flattering (I swear, they really are) and one of these skinny tubes is packed with color that will last you a long, long time. Each of the colors are sold separately for $14. How do you feel about these new versions of Black Honey being added to the elite Almost Lipstick sisterhood?

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Quick Quiz: Clinique Black Honey Almost Lipstick

BellaSugar — Mon, 06 Aug 2007 09:00:44 -0700

Unless you've been living under a rock, you've probably heard about Clinique's Almost Lipstick in Black Honey. The cult favorite is immensely popular due to its universally flattering, slightly sheer color. But can you guess how popular it is?

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Coming Soon: Clinique Play in the Darks Collection

BellaSugar — Tue, 24 Jul 2007 16:00:00 -0700

If you're part of TeamSugar's Clinique Clique, you already know that Clinique has an easy-to-wear color collection along with its famed skin care line. If not, its fall colors are reason enough to get acquainted with Clinique's eye shadows, mascaras and lip colors.

The new items won't be in stores until August, but I was lucky enough to get a sneak peek at Clinique's new Play in the Darks collection. It's all about "blackened color," but not in a goth, I-hate-my-parents way. Instead, the hues are rich, saturated and smoldering. I think this collection will be a big hit because its colors are intense but not heavy, so they're wearable whether you're 17 or 71. And if you're a fan of Almost Lipstick in Black Honey, have I got some news for you. To find out what it is, and for a breakdown of the products used to get this makeup look, read more

One of Clinique's best-selling items is Almost Lipstick in Black Honey, a universally flattering deep rose that has a huge cult following. That's why I was so excited to find out about a new limited-edition shade called Black Plum. As a sister shade to Black Honey, it's perfect. It's just slightly darker, but because it's sheer, it isn't too much.

Another new product is Superbalm Moisturizing Gloss, a larger and more moisturizing version of Superbalm Tinted Lip Treatment. It comes in eight shiny shades, including a gorgeously glistening magenta called Raspberry that I have to try!

Finally, here are the products used in this photo, which I love:

Colour Surge Eye Shadow Trio in Black Truffle

Brush-On Cream Liner in Graphite

High Definition Lashes Brush Then Comb Mascara in Black

Blushing Blush Powder Blush in Sunset Glow

Almost Lipstick in Black Honey

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Reader Review of the Day: Kevyn Aucoin The Flesh Tone Lip Pencil

BellaSugar — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 10:00:07 -0800

There are so many lip liners out there, and the colors and textures can get a little mind-boggling. That's why it's great when someone finds something they love, like reader ineedcaffeine has. She's head over heels for Kevyn Aucoin The Flesh Tone Lip Pencil ($24), and says:

"I am helpless when it comes to matching lip pencils with lipsticks. I always seem to get it wrong, so thankfully Kevyn Aucoin created this pencil. It's almost the same exact color as my lips, so I can wear it with anything. I use it to outline my lips and color them in (sometimes) and my lipsticks/lip gloss stay on basically all day. It's the perfect lip liner if you can't seem to match. "

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Reader Review of the Day: Clinique Almost Lipstick

BellaSugar — Mon, 20 Apr 2009 09:02:43 -0700

It's not quite a lipstick and it's not quite a lip gloss. It's the cult-favorite Clinique Almost Lipstick ($14), with the award winning Black Honey as probably the most popular shade. Reader Breesays calls it her daily must-have. Here's what she had to say:

I don't wear much lipstick, but I've been through about four tubes of this since I started wearing it. I like that it's not super-glossy, can be mixed with liner for a more dramatic look, and isn't impossible to get off.

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The Look For Less: Clinique Black Honey Almost Lipstick

BellaSugar — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 09:00:54 -0700

Do you remember your first taste of honey? I do, at least when it comes to Clinique Black Honey Almost Lipstick ($14). Ever since trying the shade in college, I've been hooked. This color looks nearly black in the tube, but on lips, it's a beautiful, sheer shade of brick red. (Think of the color of blackberry pie, but lighter.) It's a shade that flatters just about everyone, and it's super-moist on lips.

But if the economy has you watching every penny, don't despair! I've found a pretty close match to Black Honey for half the price. For the twin, read more.

I recently tried Sally Hansen Natural Beauty Moisture Plump Lip Balm ($6.74) in Sweet Plum, and if it's not a twin, it's a very close cousin to Black Honey. The packaging is plastic rather than metal, but saving a few bucks will put a smile on your face.

What's Your Beauty Quirk?

BellaSugar — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 10:00:28 -0800

When I was younger, I admired businesswoman Angela Bower on Who's the Boss?, aka "Yo Angeler" by her loving housekeeper, Tony Micelli. On the show, Angela was a successful advertising executive who preferred full-shouldered power suits, and almost always accessorized with oversize power earrings.

In a slick move, which I adored, Angela would promptly remove one of the earrings, and toss her feathered hairstyle back before picking up the phone. I'm sure the motion was done as to not interfere with her conversation, but it also probably helped keep that 1980s 'do in place, too. Do you have a beauty quirk, whether it's a habitual flick of the hair or a uniquely-you lipstick routine? Tell us about it.

3 Amazing Lip Stains For Back-to-School Beauty

BellaSugar — Tue, 25 Aug 2009 07:00:39 -0700

Recently, I asked celebrity makeup artist Brett Freedman for some of his back-to-school beauty tips, and he delivered, by providing ideas for changing up your bronzer to adapt from warm- to cool-weathered times. Now, he's sharing another back-to-school tip, whether you're hitting the books for the start of a new school year, or you're looking for some different approaches to makeup.

"Lip glazes make a big difference," he said. Not only do they add a deep stain of color, but they offer pigment-staying power with a touch of shine, perfect for long days at class or even at the office, when touch-up time is limited. Get his recommendations for the perfect popsicle-stained lips after the jump.

How Many Times a Day Do You Reapply Your Lip Stuff?

BellaSugar — Sat, 15 Aug 2009 06:00:55 -0700

Whether you're a lipstick wearer, a lip balm fan, or a gloss fiend, there's a high likelihood you're wearing something on your pucker right now. Some people - the ones with amounts of self-control I don't quite understand - austerely limit themselves to reapplying a couple times a day. Other people are so compulsive about reapplying that it's almost a nervous tic. Which category do you fit into? Or are you somewhere in between?
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How-To: Diane Kruger's Offbeat Bobby-Pinned Style

BellaSugar — Wed, 29 Jul 2009 14:00:44 -0700

I'd like to give Diane Kruger several enthusiastic rounds of applause for turning classic styles into something with an edge. Remember her fashionable twisty ponytail or her breezy summertime braids?

At yesterday's Inglourious Basterds premiere in Berlin, Diane's dramatically dark eye makeup and bold, matte lipstick made a statement. And the creative use of bobby pins in her waved hairstyle made for a truly inventive way to use these standard, everyday metal clips. Notice how the pins almost mock a side-braid from afar.

Pins are a great tool for stretching out a haircut and making a style that's growing out look more manageable. And I now have a newfound love for them, thanks to Diane.

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To see my tips on how to get the look, keep reading.