Cosmetic compositions containing pigment particles in a hydrophobic phase

Abstract

Cosmetic compositions for application to the skin comprise: a dispersion medium comprising an aqueous phase and a hydrophobic phase; a carboxylic acid-based agent comprising at least one carboxylic acid, any ester thereof, any salt thereof, or any combination thereof dispersed in the aqueous phase of the dispersion medium; and a plurality of coated pigment particles dispersed as solids in the hydrophobic phase of the dispersion medium. For example, the coated pigment particles may comprise a silica coating.