How to Choose Shades That Flatter Indian Skin Tones

Choosing a hair colour isn’t just about what looks good on a mood board. It’s about what looks right on you.

Because the truth is simple:

The same shade can look completely different on two people — and the difference lies in your skin tone and undertone.

In a country as diverse as India, our beauty exists across a spectrum. And the right hair shade doesn’t just change your look — it enhances your natural glow, sharpens your features, and elevates your overall style.

Let’s break it down.

Why Choosing the Right Hair Colour for the right undertone matters

The right shade can:

• Brighten your complexion
• Add depth and dimension
• Make your skin look healthier
• Instantly elevate your overall look

The wrong one? It can make your skin look dull, flat, or too harsh.

That’s because hair colour needs to work in harmony with your undertone and skin tone, not against them.

How to Identify Your Undertone

Before anything else, understand your undertone — the subtle hue beneath your skin.

There are 3 undertones:

1. Warm Undertone (Yellow, golden, peachy hues)
2. Cool Undertone (Pink, red, bluish hues)
3. Neutral Undertone (A mix of both)

Most Indian skin tones lean warm or neutral, often with golden or olive bases — which is exactly why certain shades look exceptionally flattering on Indian complexions.

How to determine your Skin Tone

Look at your skin tone (depth).

Broad categories:

• Fair / Light
• Medium / Wheatish
• Dusky / Deep

Your skin tone determines how soft or intense your hair colour should appear.

Why Following Trends Isn’t Enough

It’s easy to save a Pinterest look and ask for the same shade.

But what works for someone else may not work for you.

Why?

• Different undertones
• Different melanin levels
• Different contrast with features

Hair colour is personal, not universal. So instead of copying trends, adapt them to yourself. Introducing Indigene — Cut & Colour Collection by Lakmē Salon

At Lakmē Salon, we believe hair colour should feel like it belongs to you.

That’s why we created Indigene — our cut & colour collection, rooted & suited for Indian skin tones.

What makes Indigene different?

• Designed specifically for Indian undertones
• Inspired by global trends, adapted for Indian complexions
• Created to enhance, not overpower your natural features

It’s not about changing how you look. It’s about bringing out what already works for you.

Backed by Professional Colour Expertise of Schwarzkopf

At Lakmē Salon, your colour is powered by globally trusted professional systems like Schwarzkopf Professional — known for advanced colour technology, rich pigments, and long-lasting results.

This ensures:

• Better colour payoff
• High shine and dimension
• Hair that looks healthy and feels strong

Personalisation Makes All the Difference The biggest mistake? Choosing a colour in isolation.

At Lakmē Salon, every colour service includes:

Expert consultation
• Undertone and skin tone analysis
• Custom shade recommendations

Because your hair colour should do one thing: Work for you.

Final Takeaway

Before your next hair colour appointment:

1. Identify your undertone
2. Understand your skin tone depth
3. Choose shades that complement both
4. Personalise — don’t copy

Ready to find your perfect match?

Discover Indigene by Lakmē Salon — a cut & colour collection that’s truly rooted & suited for Indian skin tones. ✨