Struggling to keep skin tones consistent across a studio shoot

[EdwardZW]

I'm a portrait photographer transitioning from natural light to more controlled studio work, and I'm struggling with consistent color grading in photography during post-processing. My skin tones often look either too warm or unnaturally cool across a series of images from the same shoot, even when I start with a custom white balance. For other photographers who have developed a reliable workflow, what steps do you take to achieve consistent and pleasing color, especially for skin? Do you rely heavily on calibration tools like color checkers, or have you found success with specific software presets and adjustment layers? I'm also curious how you approach creating a cohesive color palette that enhances mood without making every edit look overly stylized or generic.