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Matte Revolution Lipstick in Pillow Talk vs Almost Lipstick in Black Honey

Charlotte Tilbury Matte Revolution Lipstick in Pillow Talk and Clinique Almost Lipstick in Black Honey tie on our overall score — the choice comes down to what you value most.

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What each one does.

Charlotte Tilbury Matte Revolution Lipstick in Pillow Talk

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Clinique Almost Lipstick in Black Honey

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Every detail, compared.

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Beauty score
7.5Good
7.5Good
Payoff & performance30% of score
8.2
7.8
Wear time15% of score
7.8
5.6
Shade range & inclusivity15% of score
6.0
7.4
Value20% of score
6.6
7.0
Community love20% of score
8.1
8.8
Community
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PriceTypical, checked by our editors
$37.00/ 3.5 gMid-range
$25.00/ 0.06 ozMid-range
What it does
  • Matte
  • Long-wear
  • Natural
  • Sheer coverage
  • Buildable
  • Hydrating
Made for
All skin types
All skin types, Sensitive skin
Format
Lipstick
Lipstick
Texture
Creamy, easy-to-blend bullet with a moisturizing matte finish (brand description)
Emollient, balm-like sheer lipstick (brand description)
Finish
Matte
Glossy
Coverage
—
Sheer
ShadesMore wins
1
1
Fragrance-free
—
Yes
Claims
—
Fragrance-free, Paraben-free
Brand origin
🇬🇧 British beauty
🇺🇸 American beauty
Video reviews
Best for
  • • An everyday 'your lips but better' matte nude
  • • Fair to medium skin with warm or neutral undertones
  • • A low-effort, 'my lips but better' sheer tint
  • • Sensitive lips that react to fragranced lip products
Strengths
  • Flattering nude-pink with a comfortable, non-drying matte finish
  • Brand claims up to 10 hours of wear
  • Contains lipstick tree and orchid extracts plus vitamin E
  • Sheer tint that plays up natural lip color
  • Fragrance-free and allergy tested
  • Comfortable, balm-like texture; buildable from sheer to deeper
Watch-outs
  • $37 is a luxury price for a lipstick
  • Single shade; Medium and Intense versions are bought separately
  • Short wear; needs reapplying after eating or drinking
  • Small 0.06 oz bullet for $25
Where to buy

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FAQ

Quick answers.

Which is better, Matte Revolution Lipstick in Pillow Talk or Almost Lipstick in Black Honey?

Charlotte Tilbury Matte Revolution Lipstick in Pillow Talk and Clinique Almost Lipstick in Black Honey tie on our overall score — the choice comes down to what you value most.

Which costs less?

Charlotte Tilbury Matte Revolution Lipstick in Pillow Talk typically sells for about $37.00 and Clinique Almost Lipstick in Black Honey for about $25.00, based on retail prices when we last checked.

How do you score them?

Both are scored on the same five-factor rubric (payoff & performance, wear time, shade range & inclusivity, value, community love), using the formula or specs, verified creator reviews, community consensus and value. Brands can’t pay for placement.