L.A. COLORS Corrector Palette: Don’t Expect a Miracle

The L.A. COLORS Corrector Palette (CBCP277) pitches itself as a one-stop solution for redness, tired under-eyes, and blah skin tone with four shades: green, yellow, purple, and peach. All the buzzwords are here—cruelty-free, vegan, “high-pigmented color”—so it might seem like a heck of a deal for anyone juggling busy days or messy schedules. That said, don’t let the positive talk on the packaging distract from the honest reality: this little palette stumbles more than it sprints.

Let’s break down what actually comes in the package before you get your hopes up. Green is the strongest shade, working decently to neutralize minor redness, especially on fair skin. Go light, though—using more just leaves a faint, odd green behind. Yellow is for uneven or slightly dark areas, but it’s only effective for folks with lighter complexions; medium or deep tones barely notice any difference. The texture on these two? Starts creamy and quickly becomes powdery, so blending has to happen fast or you’ll see patchiness.

Purple claims to brighten up dull spots, but getting enough out of the pan without showing obvious purple under foundation can be a hassle. Too much and suddenly there’s a cool-toned hue where you don’t want it. Peach is supposed to cancel out those stubborn purple under-eyes, but honestly, unless your circles are already light, the pigment isn’t strong enough to pull its weight. Anyone battling real darkness under the eyes will be reaching for another concealer soon after.

The high-pigment and easy-application claims are partially true. Pigment’s there (at least in the green), but “easy” isn’t guaranteed. The pans are tiny and shallow—brushes scrape metal if you’re not careful, and sponge or finger application often makes a mess. Also, the powders set faster than you’d expect, so slow blenders beware. Layering foundation too soon or with much pressure can just streak everything around. In short, getting a seamless look isn’t exactly foolproof, especially when time is short or you’re sitting in a hot, sticky truck.

As for “long-lasting wear,” yeah, not really. Expect about five hours tops before you’ll see fading or creasing, and any heat, humidity, or sweat only shortens that window. Locking the look down with powder can mattify things but will also make any dryness, streaks, or patchiness even more obvious. For anyone outdoors, in the fire or sun, expect to reapply if you want to keep the effect.

Package quality? Safe to say, it doesn’t impress. The compact is lightweight and the wells like to rattle around. There’s no mirror, so you need to bring your own, and don’t expect this thing to survive a drop—worst case, you’re dealing with rainbow dust at the bottom of your bag.

Who should even consider it? Folks on a tight budget wanting to try basic color correction at home, maybe those learning or just having fun experimenting. It’s not built for serious coverage, fast touch-ups in the truck, or a full day of sweaty activity. If you need something that really holds up under long, rough Oklahoma days, especially on deeper skin, you’ll want to save up for something more reliable.

Bottom line: this palette won’t transform your routine or replace better options. It’s a cheap, animal-friendly gamble for chill mornings, but it’s never going to be a star player for demanding work, serious undertones, or flawless blending. Want to mess around with color correction on the cheap? Fine. Need sweat-proof staying power, easy blending, or a sturdy compact for on-the-go? Look elsewhere.