You want your eye color noticed.
Light-eyed buyers write about "so many compliments on my eyes" and "a nice contrast vs. a standard brown." That's the job of this shade: definition that lets your eye color lead.
Clinique High Impact Eye Duo · Black Honey
Black looks harsh on your light eyes. Brown disappears. Meet Black Honey.
Clinique High Impact Eye Duo: Gel Tech Eyeliner + High Impact Mascara
Clinique's Black Honey shade on a twist-up gel liner and its buildable High Impact Mascara. Darker than brown, softer than black: enough definition for pale lashes, without the hard frame black puts around light eyes.
- Matched liner + mascara
- Twist-up, no sharpener
- Liner waterproof, per Clinique
- Fragrance free, per Clinique
A small gift for their everyday makeup bag.
An eyeliner-and-mascara pair for the person who likes a coordinated eye look.
$67
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2 piecesliner + mascara
1 shadeBlack Honey or Black
24h on lidsliner, per Clinique
- Free USA standard shipping: 5–7 business days, no minimum
- 30-day returns, even if opened
- Liner and mascara ship together, no subscription
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The Black Honey Match
A shade loved on lips since 1971. Now on your lashes.
Black Honey started as a Clinique lip gloss that looks black in the pot and wears as a sheer berry. In 2024 Clinique put the shade on a gel liner and a mascara. This duo pairs the two, so your lash line and your lashes match.
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1971: a lip gloss
Black Honey was one of six glosses Clinique called "The Honeys." Clinique Canada describes the shade as "a deep, dark raisin color."
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2021: TikTok found it
The lip shade went viral. Clinique told Bustle that about "one tube sells every three minutes in the U.S."
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2024: on your eyes
Clinique launched High Impact Mascara and High Impact Gel Tech Eyeliner in Black Honey. One liner reviewer describes it as "a deep, warm brown with subtle hints of plum undertones."
Clinique's Janet Pardo, SVP of Global Product Development, has said Black Honey "goes from grandmother-to-mother-to-daughter." History and quotes are from Cosmetics Business, Clinique Canada and Bustle, listed at the bottom of this page.
Pick your eye color. Then pick your shade.
Black Honey is darker than brown and softer than black. Choose your eye color and a shade to see the difference on the liner and lashes, plus what buyers with eyes like yours have said.
- Black Honey, approximate
- Black
Your eye color
Shade
Green eyes with Black Honey
A green-eyed buyer of this duo summed it up in four words: "Great with green Eyes." The berry-brown defines the lash line without the hard edge of black.
Illustration, not a photo, and screen colors are approximate. A few buyers found Black Honey lighter than they expected. Quotes are excerpts from public reviews of this duo on TikTok Shop and of the Black Honey gel liner on Ulta.
Who this duo is for
Green, hazel or blue eyes
Pale or sparse lashes
Sensitive eyes or contacts
You wanted "something other than black." Not "a standard brown."
You've defaulted to black, and it looks done up. You've tried brown, and your lashes disappear. Black Honey sits in between.
Your lashes need to show up.
Clinique calls High Impact its go-to mascara for buildable volume and length. Brush from the roots for lashes that look fuller and more defined, from "a little lash boost to big drama," in Clinique's words.
You read the eye-safety line first.
Clinique says both pieces are ophthalmologist tested, fragrance free and safe for sensitive eyes and contact lens wearers. Take it as a trust point, not a promise. Every eye is different.
How it compares to what you've tried.
Black is the default. Brown is the usual way out. Here's where this pair sits, including the one thing it doesn't do.
| What you get | This duo, Black Honey | Black liner + black mascara | Brown mascara | Liquid liner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reads softer than black | ✓ | × | ✓ | var |
| Deeper than a standard brown | ✓ | ✓ | × | var |
| Liner and mascara in one matched shade | ✓ | ✓ | × | × |
| Liner Clinique calls waterline-safe | ✓ | var | × | var |
| Waterproof liner (per Clinique) | ✓ | var | × | var |
| Mascara is also waterproof | × | var | var | × |
Columns describe common product types, not specific brands. "var" means it varies by product. Waterproof and waterline claims for this duo are Clinique's and apply to the gel liner only. Clinique says High Impact Mascara is not waterproof.
Using it well
Twist. Line. Wiggle. Wait.
Twist, don't sharpen
Turn the base to raise a few millimeters of gel. Clinique says it doesn't need a sharpener and suggests twisting up only a small amount at a time.
Line the lid, then the waterline
Clinique says it's safe to apply directly on the waterline and lid. Dry the waterline with a tissue first, go lightly and build in passes.
Wiggle from the roots
Start the mascara at the lash roots and wiggle up to the tips. For lower lashes, hold the wand vertically.
Let each coat dry
Clinique says letting mascara dry between coats prevents clumping, and pumping the wand adds air that can dry it out.
Only the liner is waterproofClinique says the gel liner is waterproof and the mascara is not. Some buyers in humid weather report the mascara smudging.
The liner is small0.01 oz (0.35 g). Twist up only what you need. If you line every day, keep a second liner on hand.
Mascara has a shelf lifeThe FDA notes manufacturers usually recommend discarding mascara two to four months after purchase.
What buyers of this duo say, both ways.
Patterns from public reviews of this duo and of the same liner and mascara sold on their own. Light-eyed buyers love the shade. The complaints are about the waterline, wear time and the size of the liner.
What people like
- Light eyes stand outThe strongest praise comes from green, hazel and blue-eyed buyers who say it makes their eyes pop.
- Softer than black, deeper than brownReviewers call it "not a stark black" and "a nice contrast vs. a standard brown."
- A clean line on the lidLiner fans mention a smooth glide, "a clean, defined line" and color that builds from one swipe.
- The mascara has loyal fansLong-time users say "I always come back." Even a buyer who disliked the liner said the mascara "is so good."
- Fans with sensitive eyesSensitive-eye buyers write "doesn't make my eyes watery" and "No allergies, expressive look."
What to know
- Black Honey is not blackA few buyers expected a darker color. It's a deep berry-brown. For a near-black line, choose Black.
- The waterline takes practiceSome found the liner hard to apply there, with small clumps that bothered their eyes. Dry the waterline first and build in light passes.
- Wear time variesClinique states 24 hours on lids for the liner. One reviewer saw it fade 4 to 5 hours in, and humid weather can smudge the mascara.
- The liner runs out fastAt 0.01 oz, one daily wearer ran out in under a month.
- Not every eye agreesA small number of mascara buyers report burning or swelling, and some long-time users feel it's drier than it used to be. Stop using it if your eyes react.
"I have very sparse and pale lashes and brows but this combo brings out the green in my hazel eyes."TikTok Shop buyer, Black HoneyVerified purchase, Dec 2025
"Great with green Eyes"TikTok Shop buyer, Black HoneyVerified purchase, Dec 2025
"I wouldn't recommend the eyeliner but the mascara is so good!"TikTok Shop buyer, Black HoneyVerified purchase, Oct 2026
Quoted as written from verified-purchase reviews of this duo on TikTok Shop. They are not reviews of The Vital Core's listing.
What's in the box
- 1Clinique High Impact Gel Tech Eyeliner, twist-up gel pencil0.01 oz
- 1Clinique High Impact Mascara0.28 oz
Both pieces come in the shade you choose above: Black Honey or Black.
Gel Tech Eyeliner ingredients, as published by Clinique (Oct 2026): Isododecane, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Candelilla Wax Hydrocarbons, Synthetic Wax, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Euphorbia Cerifera (candelilla) Wax Extract, Hydrogenated Polydicyclopentadiene, Dipentaerythrityl Pentaisononanoate, Trihydroxystearin, Silica, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Tin Oxide, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Copernicia Cerifera (carnauba) Wax Copernicia Cerifera Cera Cire De Carnauba, Propylene Carbonate, Synthetic Beeswax, Benzyl Alcohol, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, [+/- Mica, Titanium Dioxide (ci 77891), Iron Oxides (ci 77499), Black 2 (ci 77266), Ferric Ammonium Ferrocyanide (ci 77510)]. The "+/-" bracket lists colors that may be present, depending on shade.
High Impact Mascara ingredients: the full list is printed on the carton. Older versions of this list still circulate online, so the carton in your hands is the reference. Clinique's published list includes carmine among its may-contain colors, so we don't describe this duo as vegan.
Specifications
- Brand
- Clinique
- Includes
- High Impact Gel Tech Eyeliner and High Impact Mascara
- Shades
- Black Honey or Black
- Eyeliner size
- 0.01 oz (0.35 g)
- Mascara size
- 0.28 oz
- Eyeliner type
- Twist-up gel pencil, no sharpener, matte finish
- Eyeliner wear
- 24 hours on lids and 12 hours on the waterline, per Clinique
- Waterproof
- Eyeliner yes, per Clinique. Mascara no.
- Eye testing
- Ophthalmologist tested, allergy tested, and safe for sensitive eyes and contact lens wearers, per Clinique
- Fragrance
- Fragrance free, per Clinique
- Remove with
- Your usual eye makeup remover
- Caution
- If your eyes become irritated, stop using it. Read the caution printed on each carton.
Straight answers
Questions before you buy
Is the mascara waterproof?
No. Clinique says High Impact Mascara is not waterproof. The gel liner is the waterproof piece, and Clinique says it holds up in the pool and the ocean. Some buyers in humid weather report the mascara smudging.
What color is Black Honey, really?
Not black. One reviewer describes it as "a deep, warm brown with subtle hints of plum undertones." A few buyers expected it to be darker. If you want a near-black line, choose Black in the shade picker.
Is it the same Black Honey as the lip color?
It's Clinique's Black Honey shade, which started on lips in 1971 and came to High Impact Mascara and High Impact Gel Tech Eyeliner in June 2024. We don't claim the colors are identical: on lips it wears as a sheer berry, while on lashes and lids buyers describe a deep, warm brown with plum undertones.
Does the liner need a sharpener?
No. Clinique says it uses a twist-up design and does not require a sharpener. Raise only a few millimeters at a time, which Clinique says helps preserve the product.
Can I use the liner on my waterline?
Yes. Clinique says it was designed to be safe on the waterline and lid, and states 12 hours of wear on the waterline. Dry the waterline with a tissue, go lightly and build in passes. Some buyers find the waterline harder than the lid, and pressing hard can leave small clumps that get into the eye.
I have sensitive eyes and wear contacts. Can I use it?
Clinique says both pieces are ophthalmologist tested, allergy tested and safe for sensitive eyes and contact lens wearers. That's Clinique's testing, not a guarantee for every eye, and a small number of buyers report irritation. Start on the lid before the waterline, and stop using it if your eyes sting, water or swell. If you have an eye condition, ask your eye doctor first.
How long does the liner wear?
Clinique states 24 hours on lids and 12 hours on the waterline. Real wear depends on your skin, how much you apply and the weather, and one reviewer noticed fading 4 to 5 hours in. The wear-time claim is for the liner only.
How long will one liner last me?
The liner holds 0.01 oz (0.35 g). One daily wearer ran out in under a month. Twist up only a little at a time, and if you line every day, it's worth having a second liner on hand.
Is it vegan?
We don't describe it as vegan. Clinique's published ingredient list for High Impact Mascara includes carmine among its may-contain colors. Clinique says both pieces are fragrance free.
Can I get it in black?
Yes. Choose Black in the shade picker above for the same twist-up gel liner and High Impact Mascara in classic black. It's the higher-contrast option.
When will it arrive?
USA standard shipping is FREE and estimated at 5–7 business days. USA expedited shipping is $7 and estimated at 2–5 business days. Outside the USA, standard shipping is $14 with an estimated 5–7-day delivery time; expedited shipping is $24.97. Delivery dates are estimates, not guaranteed arrival dates. See our shipping policy.
What if it's not for me?
You can request a return within 30 days of delivery under our return policy, even if you've opened it. Contact us first and we'll walk you through it.
Darker than brown. Softer than black.
Black Honey gel liner and High Impact Mascara in one order. Free USA standard shipping.
$67