The Best Clinique Products, According to Beauty Editors

It’s been an exciting year for Clinique. Back in April, the legendary beauty brand finally launched an official storefront on Amazon, their iconic Black Honey lip shade was declared the number-one lip color in the U.S., and just this month that shade expanded to mascara and a new lip-and-cheek oil. No one’s more enthusiastic over all this news than NewBeauty editors. In a testament to Clinique’s 40+ years of trusted formulas, when asked their favorite Clinique products, our editors all named different picks. Here’s what they said are the best Clinique products.

1 / 8

Take the Day Off Cleansing Balm ($44)

“The ultimate makeup dissolver, it melts away the day, including long-wear lipstick and mascara, in a flash. I love the silky-smooth feel of my skin after cleansing with this fabulous balm.” —Tatiana Bido, aesthetic content manager

• BUY ON AMAZON – $44
• BUY ON TARGET – $44

2 / 8

Almost Lipstick in Black Honey ($25)

“A favorite since my high school days in the ’90s, I’ve loved watching Gen Z discover this iconic gem for the first time on TikTok. It’s a staple that has survived the changing trends—always a must-have.” —Tatiana Bido, aesthetic content manager

• BUY ON AMAZON – $25
• BUY ON TARGET – $25

3 / 8

Black Honey High-Impact Mascara ($26)

“Ask any of us, if it’s in Black Honey, we want it. This mascara is perfect for anyone looking to break out of that boring all-black mascara rut.” —Rowan Lyman, staff writer

• BUY ON ULTA – $26
• BUY ON CLINIQUE – $26

4 / 8

High Impact Hi-Fi Full Volume Mascara ($28)

“I’ve lost track of the number of times I’ve recommended this mascara to people. I have horrible allergies, and usually end up rubbing my eye makeup off by the end of the day, so Clinique’s allergy-safe, ophthalmologist-tested mascara has been a game changer. Plus, the tapered brush makes for the perfect, fanned-out lash look.” —Isabelle Buneo, editorial assistant

• BUY ON AMAZON – $28
• BUY ON CLINIQUE – $28

5 / 8

Clinique Chubby Stick ($23)

“I still love the cute little Chubby Stick after all these years. The shade Whole Lotta Honey is that perfect nude that you can throw on in the back of a cab without a mirror and looked more pulled together. It’s so moisturizing that I’ve even used it as blush when I’ve been traveling and forgot mine.” —Brittany Burhop Fallon, beauty director

• BUY ON AMAZON – $25
• BUY ON ULTA – $25

6 / 8

All About Eyes Eye Cream ($42)

“Clinique’s eye cream never lets me down. It’s all you want in an eye cream—brightening, depuffs and never irritating.” —Leiana Foye, senior digital content producer

• BUY ON AMAZON – $42
• BUY ON TARGET – $42

7 / 8

Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion+ ($34)

“A cult-classic that’s only gotten better with time. If you have dry skin, this moisturizer is so soothing, it glides on weightlessly and is deeply hydrating.” —Leiana Foye, senior digital content producer

• BUY ON AMAZON – $34
• BUY ON CLINIQUE – $34

8 / 8

Pop Lip + Cheek Oil in Black Honey ($27)

“This is now my favorite Black Honey product! If you love the way the shade looks on your lips, wait until you see it on your cheeks. It’s the most flattering, natural flush. And don’t be intimidated by the ‘oil’ designation—it melts right into skin with no greasy feel.” —Leiana Foye, senior digital content producer

• BUY ON CLINIQUE – $27
• BUY ON ULTA – $27