I have spent far too many hours watching influencers swirl expensive pink powders under their eyes, promising a "snatched" look that costs more than my weekly grocery haul. When I saw the NYX Professional Makeup Wonder Snatch Setting Powder for about twelve bucks, I was skeptical. Is it actually going to lift my face or just leave me looking like a confused strawberry? I grabbed the shade Cheeky Cherry because, honestly, my under-eyes have been looking a little more "hollow ghost" than "glowing goddess" lately.
A Tiny Pot of Brightening Magic
First things first, let's talk about the elephant in the room: this container is tiny. It is 0.2 ounces of product, which looks more like a travel size than a full-size staple. However, NYX was smart with the packaging. It has this spinning sifter that you can actually close, which is a literal lifesaver for someone like me who regularly knocks their makeup bag off the counter. The powder itself is incredibly fine—almost airy. Cheeky Cherry looks alarmingly pink in the jar, but once you tap it out, it feels silky and light rather than heavy or chalky.
The 12-Hour Marathon Test
I decided to put this to the ultimate test: a full day of back-to-back meetings followed by a rainy commute and a dinner where I knew the lighting would be unforgiving. I used a small puff to press a light layer under my eyes and along my T-zone. Please dont let me crease by noon, I whispered to my reflection. To my surprise, the "lifting" claim isn't just marketing fluff. The pink tone did a heavy lifting job on my dark circles that a normal translucent powder just can't touch. By 6:00 PM, I wasn't nearly as oily as I usually am, and the blurring effect was still going strong.
- Wear Time: It easily lasted 10 hours without needing a touch-up or turning cakey.
- Pigment: The Brightening Pink tone provides immediate color correction for blue/purple under-eye tones.
- Texture: It is a matte finish but feels weightless, thanks to the cornstarch base instead of talc.
- Blurring: My pores basically went into witness protection the moment I buffed this in.
The Final Verdict
Is it a total replacement for the high-end cult favorites? Honestly, it is pretty close. For the price of a fancy latte, you get a powder that genuinely brightens and sets without that heavy, dry feeling. The size is the only real "catch," but because the pigment is so concentrated, a little bit goes a long way. If you are curious about the pink powder trend but do not want to drop forty dollars to try it, this is your sign to hit the drugstore aisle.
Who Should Buy This:
- The Budget Hunter: If you want the high-end "brightened" look without the luxury price tag.
- The Oily T-Zone Club: It handles shine remarkably well without looking like a mask.
- Fair to Medium Skin Tones: Cheeky Cherry is a dream for neutralizing dark circles on lighter complexions.
Who Should Skip This:
- Dry Skin Besties: This is a very matte formula, so if you already struggle with flakes, apply sparingly.
- Bulk Buyers: If you want a massive jar that will last two years, this tiny container will frustrate you.
Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict,
Lauren