摘要 |
PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a composition containing a conventional substitute of zinc oxide particles, which is desirably a cosmetic composition capable of selectively absorbing or solidifying sebum or fatty acid.SOLUTION: The present invention relates to a composition that contains: (a) at least one type of salt selected from the group consisting of an alkali metal salt and an alkaline earth metal salt; and (b) at least one type of alkaline agent other than the salt of (a), in which an amount of the alkaline agent of (b) is 1 mass% or more based on the total mass of the composition. The composition according to the present invention is totally free from environmental toxicity which is caused by zinc oxide in some cases, and can have a cosmetic effect such that oily shine of skin based on selective absorption or solidification of sebum is reduced.SELECTED DRAWING: None |