Skin Color Hautfarbe Couleur de peau 肌の色 Cor da pele 肤色 Skin color is the particular shade of a person's skin. In legal contexts, skin color might relate to allegations that an individual has experienced unequal treatment or discrimination based on the color of their skin, rather than their broader racial or ethnic background. These claims can arise in various contexts, such as employment, housing, or public services, and are prohibited under anti-discrimination laws.