Best Lakme Products — Kajal, Foundation, Lipstick and Complete Guide 2026

The Lakmé Eyeconic Kajal glides smoothly on the waterline and lash line, giving a bold and beautiful look. It is smudge-proof, waterproof, and lasts for up to 22 hours. Available in 6 vibrant colours as well as black and brown. The Eyeconic Kajal's longevity — 22 hours without transfer, smudging, or significant fading — is exceptional for an Indian-market kajal at this price. Indian climate conditions (humidity, heat, oil production) are particularly hostile to eye products; most kajals last 4–6 hours before migrating under the eye. The Eyeconic's formula uses a waxy, pigment-dense formulation that sets quickly and resists moisture. At ₹93 (discounted from ~₹120 MRP on Flipkart and Amazon), it is one of the best beauty products under ₹100 available in India. The Eyeconic Pencil Kajal features an easy twist-up format with intense matte texture — designed for both bold strokes and precise thin lines. The black shade is the bestseller; the coloured variants (blue, green, turquoise) are popular for festivals and party looks. Pair with Lakmé Absolute Shine Liquid Eyeliner (₹364) for a complete eye look.

The Lakmé 9to5 Primer + Matte Perfect Cover Foundation is a two-in-one product with primer and foundation combined — offering buildable coverage with a matte finish suited to Indian office environments and everyday wear. At ₹286 (from ₹469 MRP, currently discounted 39%), this is the most recommended everyday Indian foundation at its price point. The primer-in-foundation formulation reduces steps in the morning routine while the matte finish handles India's humidity-driven oiliness better than luminous or dewy foundations. Coverage is buildable from light to full — one layer for coverage, two layers for hiding blemishes and hyperpigmentation. Available in 10+ shades from W1 (lightest) to W9 (deepest) — the Indian shade range is comprehensive enough to serve most Indian skin tones. The 9to5 name reflects the target user: working women who need a foundation that holds from morning meeting to evening commute without touch-ups. Other 9to5 products include the Weightless Mousse Foundation and 9to5 Primer + Matte Lip Colour — the collection covers a complete office makeup look.

The Lakmé 9to5 CC Cream combines the benefits of a moisturiser, sunscreen, and foundation in one step — ideal for minimal makeup days and travel when the full routine is impractical. The CC Cream's SPF provides basic UV protection (SPF varies by variant — check label), the tinted coverage evens out skin tone without the opacity of a full foundation, and the moisturising base hydrates simultaneously. It is the recommended entry product for beginner makeup users — one product replaces three and the application technique is forgiving (blend with fingers rather than a brush). For serious UV protection, the CC Cream's SPF is typically SPF 15–25 — supplement with a dedicated SPF 50+ for daily sun exposure (see our Pilgrim Korean SPF 50+ guide). Available in 4 shades. Best for: minimal makeup days, travel, mornings when time is limited, beginners.

The Lakmé Absolute Matte Melt Liquid Lip Color delivers a matte finish and intense colour payoff in one swipe. It is lightweight, transfer-proof, and long-lasting — available in 12 stunning shades. The liquid formula dries to a matte finish within 60 seconds of application and does not transfer to cups, masks, or clothing after setting — a critical property for Indian professional and social contexts. The Absolute range is Lakmé's premium tier — the Matte Melt is the best product in it for everyday matte lip wear. At ₹379 (heavily discounted from ₹690 MRP), it competes with Sugar Cosmetics and Colorbar liquid lips at the same price. The 12 shades span nudes, corals, reds, and plums — the brick-red and nude-pink shades are consistent bestsellers for Indian skin tones. For the more budget-conscious, the Lakmé 9to5 Powerplay Priming Matte Lipstick (₹350 approx) offers 16-hour wear in the 9to5 range.

Lakmé Sun Expert is the brand's most trusted sunscreen — SPF 50 PA+++ providing broad-spectrum UVA + UVB protection appropriate for Indian sun intensity. At ₹220–350 depending on size and formulation (Ultra Matte, Aqua Gel, Fairness variants), it is one of the most affordable SPF 50 sunscreens from a dermatologist-recommended brand in India. The Ultra Matte variant is recommended for oily skin — it controls shine while providing UV protection. The Aqua Gel variant suits normal to combination skin with a lighter texture. For comparison, see our Pilgrim Korean Cooling SPF 50+ (₹495) for a more sensory-forward alternative, and our Minimalist SPF 50 PA++++ guide (₹379) for the highest PA rating available at this price. Lakmé Sun Expert's advantage is wide offline availability — available at every Big Bazaar, Reliance, D-Mart, and pharmacy across India, unlike D2C brands.

The Lakmé Blush & Glow face wash range (Lemon Fresh, Strawberry, Kiwi) is the brand's most affordable cleanser line — ₹100–150 for 100g, available in virtually every supermarket, pharmacy, and beauty store in India. The fruit-extract formulas are mild, appropriate for normal to oily skin, and provide basic cleansing with a pleasant fragrance. At this price and availability, they are the most accessible Lakmé skincare product — the correct entry point for first-time Lakmé buyers before exploring the higher-priced Lakmé Absolute skincare range. For active ingredient cleansing (Vitamin C, Niacinamide, AHA/BHA), see our Mamaearth face wash guide or WOW Skin Science guide — the Lakmé face wash is for buyers who prioritise affordability, availability, and brand trust over active ingredient depth.