How ‘Off Campus’ made these iconic ‘90s lip colors buzzier than ever
The Amazon series “Off Campus” has sparked renewed interest in a classic 1990s lipstick shade. In episode six, character Allie Hayes applies Clinique’s Almost Lipstick in Black Honey, prompting a surge of social‑media discussion. The article notes the product’s long‑standing popularity and its promotion by the show’s makeup artist.
- ▪Allie Hayes, played by Mika Abdalla, is shown using Clinique Almost Lipstick in the shade Black Honey during a scene in episode six of “Off Campus.”
- ▪Clinique’s Black Honey shade is described as a cult‑classic that sells roughly seven tubes per minute worldwide and retails for about $25 at major retailers like Amazon and Nordstrom.
- ▪The series’ head makeup artist, Leah Ehman, has been highlighting the beauty products used on the show’s leads, noting that Allie’s look has become more flushed and sheeny as her storyline evolves.
- ▪Black Honey was a popular lip color in the early 2000s, favored by celebrities such as Julia Roberts, Kate Moss, and Liv Tyler, and continues to be celebrated for its ability to flatter a range of skin tones.
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Shopping How ‘Off Campus’ made these iconic ‘90s lip colors buzzier than ever By Erica Radol Published June 11, 2026, 1:05 p.m. ET The viral lipstick from "Off Campus" is already an icon. Amazon/Courtesy Everett Collection See more of our coverage in your search results. Add Page Six on Google Page Six may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you click or buy through our links. Featured pricing is subject to change. Amazon’s newly minted blockbuster hit “Off Campus” has officially taken over our screens — and our shopping carts. While viewers are already obsessed with the college sports drama’s romantic tropes and famously spicy scenes, one unexpected look has become a viral obsession: Allie Hayes’ lipstick, which we immediately clocked as a millennial icon.
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