Disclosed is a cosmetic composition comprising: (a) 0.1 % to 6% by weight of the composition of single-crystal platy particles having a refractive index of from 1.7 to 2.3; (b) 0.5 to 4% by weight of the composition of particles comprising titanium dioxide and having a particle size of from 1 to 100 nm; and (c) a cosmetically acceptable vehicle. The composition is useful for topical application to skin, in particular for providing benefits such as providing improved skin radiance and/or opacity.
