~ The new centre is designed to provide the right training and opportunities for students and aspirants of beauty & wellness in Madanapalle and nearby areas ~

Madanapalle, Andhra Pradesh, 24 Nov 2025: Lakmē Academy Powered by Aptech, India’s leading beauty training institute has recently opened its newest centre in Andhrapradesh at Madanapalle. Lakmē Academy Powered by Aptech has a network of 150+ centres, pan India.

Headquartered in Mumbai, Lakmē Academy powered by Aptech offers certified beauty courses in cosmetology, skin, hair, beauty therapy and makeup. The academy delivers basic, short-term and advanced courses in cosmetology, skin, hair, makeup, nails, personal grooming, basic styling, bridal make-up, classic cuts, creative cuts, hair up styles, hair colouring and more. The courses integrate soft skill development into the technical curriculum to ensure that students deliver great results.

Mr. Sandip Weling, Chief Business Officer, Aptech Limited, and Brand Custodian, Lakmē Academy Powered by Aptech shares of the new centre, “The beauty and wellness industry in South is on an exciting growth trajectory, fuelled by a deep-rooted culture of grooming and a rising demand for professional services. At Lakmē Academy Powered by Aptech, we see a strong business imperative to bridge the gap between aspiration and access. With the launch of our newest centre in Madanapalle. we’re making high-quality beauty and wellness education more accessible across the region, especially in proximity to booming hubs of Andhra Pradesh. Over the years, our students have built successful careers through live projects like Lakmē Fashion Week, expert-led masterclasses, and hands-on industry training. We are proud to shape the next generation of skilled professionals in this thriving sector.”

Mr Venkat Reddy & Sowjanya, Director, Lakmē Academy Powered by Aptech, Madanapalle Centre, said: “Andhra Pradesh especially presents an exciting opportunity in the beauty & wellness space, with growing demand for trained professionals in hair, makeup, cosmetology, and wellness. Collaborating with a trusted name like Aptech and its Lakmē Academy Powered by Aptech brand ensures that we bring world-class training and industry exposure to our local students and aspirants. The curriculum is designed not just for skill development but for real industry readiness, with live projects, expert-led sessions, and hands-on experience. We’re confident that students from our Madanapalle centre will be equipped to build successful, sustainable careers and meet the evolving needs of this fast-growing industry.”

India's beauty, wellness, and grooming sector is experiencing robust growth, driven by evolving consumer preferences, increased disposable incomes, and a youthful demographic. According to recent studies, the industry is expanding at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 18.6%. The beauty and salon segment alone constitutes over 30% of this sector and is anticipated to grow to nearly ₹80,000 crore by 2025, as per a skill gap study by Beauty & Wellness Sector Skill Council (B&WSSC).

Lakmē Academy Powered by Aptech, since 2015, has been training and recruiting trained beauty, wellness, and cosmetology professionals across marquee brands. The opportunity for this segment in India is growing, and their recent expansion move aims to tap into this fast-evolving sector by focusing on world-class training and personality development for the aspirants of beauty & wellness.

About Lakmē Lever
Lakmē Lever Pvt. Ltd (Lakmē Lever) is a 100% subsidiary of HUL. It operates India’s first and leading chain of Lakmē Salons that offer expert services in Hairstyling, Skin and Beauty care, with a presence of over 425 Lakmē Salons at premium locations in 125 plus cities.

Lakmē Lever brings the backstage expertise and experience of Lakmē Fashion Week to modern Indian women through a team of over 4000 highly trained professional stylists. Lakmē Lever offers customers a distinct portfolio of services and backstage rituals presented in a unique Runway Secrets menu. A continuous innovation in the portfolio is at the centre of Lakmē Levers growth philosophy and innovation services contribute more than 30% to its revenues.

More than 100 entrepreneurs have partnered with Lakmē Lever as franchisees to own Lakmē Salons across the country. Backed by a comprehensive franchisee support model, expansion is one of the key focus areas for the company where a master franchisee and multi-store franchisee are provided special support and benefits. For further information please visit- https://www.lakme-academy.com/