Lakme to Maybelline Foundation Shade Guide
Find your Maybelline Fit Me shade if you know your Lakme 9to5 shade. Popular Indian brand comparison.
Complete Shade Conversion Table
| Lakme Shade | Depth | Undertone | Maybelline Match | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ivory Cream | 2/12 | neutral | 115 Ivory | approximate |
| Rose Ivory | 2/12 | cool | 120 Classic Ivory | exact |
| Beige Vanilla | 3/12 | neutral | 125 Nude Beige | exact |
| Ivory Fair | 3/12 | warm | 128 Warm Nude | exact |
| Honey Dew | 4/12 | warm | 130 Buff Beige | approximate |
| Natural Light | 5/12 | neutral | 222 True Beige | exact |
| Rose Silk | 5/12 | cool | 220 Natural Beige | approximate |
| Warm Sand | 6/12 | warm | 228 Soft Tan | exact |
| Sand | 6/12 | neutral | 230 Natural Buff | exact |
| Rose Honey | 6/12 | cool | 228 Soft Tan | approximate |
| Natural Almond | 7/12 | warm | 232 Light Honey | exact |
| Almond Matte | 7/12 | neutral | 232 Light Honey | approximate |
| Honey | 8/12 | warm | 310 Sun Beige | exact |
| Caramel | 8/12 | neutral | 320 Natural Tan | exact |
| Bronze | 9/12 | warm | 330 Toffee | exact |
| Walnut | 10/12 | warm | 332 Golden Caramel | exact |
| Cocoa | 11/12 | warm | 338 Spicy Brown | exact |
How We Match Shades
Our shade matching system works by comparing two key properties of each foundation shade:
Shade Depth
Each shade is mapped to a universal depth scale from 1 (very fair) to 12 (very deep). Shades with the same depth number are the closest match.
Undertone
We match warm, cool, neutral, and olive undertones. An exact undertone match plus same depth gives the highest confidence rating.
Confidence Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Maybelline a good alternative to Lakme?
Maybelline (Fit Me Matte + Poreless) offers comparable shade coverage to Lakme (9to5 Primer + Matte Foundation). Both brands provide shades across a wide range of depths and undertones. The best match depends on your specific shade — check the table above for your conversion.
Why doesn't my Lakme shade have an exact match in Maybelline?
Not all brands use the same depth/undertone combinations. If your shade shows "close" or "approximate", it means Maybelline doesn't have a shade with the exact same depth + undertone, but the suggested match is the nearest available option.
Should I go lighter or darker if the match is approximate?
If the match is approximate, we recommend testing the suggested shade in natural daylight. If it looks slightly off, try one shade lighter for a more natural look or one shade darker for more coverage. Many stores in India (like Nykaa, Sephora) offer testers.
How accurate is this shade matching?
Our matching system uses a universal depth (1-12) and undertone (warm/cool/neutral) scale to map shades across brands. "Exact" matches are typically very accurate. "Close" matches are good starting points. Always test on your jawline in natural light for the best result.