- “It does brightening, moisturizing, firming, like all of them”11:41–11:49
- Source: 2026 Best of Beauty Awards in Japan: Mid-Year Rankings - Jul 17, 2026
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- “All other activives are at a tiny percentage and it's 38 pounds for this serum”14:57–15:04
- “It's basically a vitamin C serum that's not a combination uh that's not been stabilized”15:04–15:09
- “Again, go to the ordinary”
- Source: Best & worst dark mark serums - Oct 13, 2025
- “It has AHA, vitamin C, and hyaluronic acid”14:07–14:10
- Source: 2026 Best of Beauty Awards in Japan: Mid-Year Rankings - Jul 17, 2026
Brand note
Clinique is the brand your mom probably used, and for good reason — their core products are reliable, no-frills staples that do what they say without a lot of fuss. The Almost Lipstick in Black Honey is the clearest anchor here: a sheer, balmy formula that gives a wash of color and feels nice on, though some find the texture not as smooth or hydrating as they'd like.
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