Choosing a lipstick shade is about much more than picking a color you like. The same lipstick can look completely different on you and completely different on your friend because finding a lipstick color is not only about skin tone, a lot of other factors like undertone, color preference and pigmented lips plays an important role as to how the lipstick shade is going to suit your skin tone or it will be another mistake that you make every time.
This is especially true for Indian skin tones. Every Indian skin tone, be it fair or wheatish, brings out a lipstick shade differently. Pigmented lips can also affect how a lip shade appears, which is why a shade that looks beautiful in the tube may not always look the same after application.
The good news is that some shades work beautifully across a wide range of Indian skin tones. In this blog, we have picked 5 lip color shades that deserve a place in your makeup bag this year.
1. Deep Berry or Plum
If there is one bold shade which is now trending in 2026, it is a deep berry or plum shade. This color speaks sophistication without looking too dark, as other dark wine shades.
The plum shade changes with your choice of formula, the liquid matte shade in plum looks a little dark and the same creamy matte will look a little light on your lips. Plum shades complement a wide range of Indian skin tones, particularly medium, olive, and deeper complexions.
If you have pigmented lips, berry shades are especially the best because their deeper base helps provide more even coverage. Unlike lighter lipsticks that may appear patchy, berry shades tend to deliver a richer and more uniform finish. Try Colors Queen Totally Matte Non-Transfer Lipstick in the shade "Fall in Love", this is a beautiful liquid lipstick in plum shade which suits your everyday look and also late-night events.
2. Warm Brown Nude Shade
Nude lipsticks continue to dominate the makeup industry, and in 2026 warm brown nudes are in talks. Usually nude lipsticks contain beige or pale undertones that can wash out most of the Indian skin tones. Warm brown nudes add depth and warmth to the complexion, which creates a color that resembles natural lip color more.
The beauty of a warm brown nude lip shade is you can wear it to work, college, casual outings and even special occasions with very light makeup. It enhances the lips without overpowering the rest of the face. If you have naturally pigmented lips, warm brown lip shade provides better coverage and even out the lip color without adding much color for a more natural lip color.
Try Colors Queen Color It All Lip Crayon Shade, Rusty Nude, this lipstick shade complements all skin tones naturally and the lipstick stays for up to 16 hours.
3. Soft Pink for Daytime
Soft pink in a creamy matte formula is making a strong comeback in 2026 and for all the right reasons. The new formula is made to suit warm undertones and to suit a wide range of Indian skin tones.
Most soft pink lip colors come with warm or neutral undertones, which makes them a great choice not just as the best lip shade for fair skin but also for wheatish, medium and dusky complexions. They add just the right amount of color to your lips because you don't want your lips only to be highlighted, right? Shades like rosy pink, dusty pink and muted pink blend beautifully with Indian undertones and give a natural, effortless finish.
Try Colors Queen Color Stay Non-Transfer Lipstick in shades Rose Sunday and Very Nude. They offer very subtle color to your lips rather than highlighting and adding bold color. You can wear these shades for your daytime events, brunches and casual outings.
4. Peachy Gloss
We all are very aware of summer here and the amount of heat and humidity everyone struggles with, even your favorite matte lipstick may feel drying. So next on our list of 2026 favorites is a gloss stick in a peach shade.
Peach shades give out a sun-kissed glow that perfectly complements warmer weather. The addition of a glossy finish further enhances the appeal and makes your lips appear fuller, healthier and more hydrated. This makes gloss a better alternative than a matte lipstick, especially if you are wearing light makeup. They pair beautifully with bronzed skin, dewy makeup and fresh summer beauty looks.
Try Colors Queen Gloss Stick in shade Fenty Glow, this is a perfect shade that suits all Indian complexions without washing out your face.
5. Red Lip Color - A Timeless Beauty
No lipstick collection is complete without a classic red lip color. Beauty trends change with changing trends, but if there is one single lipstick shade which is not going anywhere, not ever, it's your classic red color. This lip shade has the ability to transform your look to bold instantly. Red lipstick is a sign of confidence, bold expressions and in 2026 people are embracing red as the sign of being confident.
The key to choosing the right red lies in understanding your undertone. Warm reds with orange undertones often flatter warmer Indian complexions, while blue-based reds can create a striking contrast on cooler skin tones.
This is the best lipstick shade for dark and dusky skin, so even if you have pigmented lips, a red lipstick gives an amazing color payoff and achieves full coverage which proves it to be the best lipstick for dark lips. Red lipstick is universal, you can wear it on date nights, events, festivals or weddings, it is a pure symbol of timeless beauty.
Try Colors Queen Luxury Matte Non-Transfer Lipstick in shades Hot Red and Red Coat. This lipstick offers a pure matte finish and a hydrating formula which stays on for long hours without the need of reapplication.
FAQs
Q.1 What is a Colors Queen Lip Balm?
Ans. A colors queen is a cosmetic brand which has a variety of lip balms which are made with nourishing ingredients like shea butter, natural oils, etc, to hydrate your lips
Q.2 What are baby lips lip balm shades?
Ans. Colors Queen Baby Lips Natural Lip Balm is available in 6 shades and it softens and nourishes chapped, dry lips.
