| abstract |
A W/O emulsion composition characterized by comprising: at least one specific polyether-modified silicone; an oil; water or a mixture of water with ethyl alcohol; and either a water-soluble polymer having a molecular weight of 2,000 to 300,000 in an amount of 0.1 to 20 % by weight or an inorganic salt or amino acid salt in an amount of 0.1 to 8 % by weight both based on the whole emulsion composition. The emulsion composition is obtained by using the polyether-modified silicone as an emulsifier without using a surfactant or a clayey mineral modified with an organic substance as an emulsifier, and can impart luster to the hair or skin, gives a moist but nontacky feeling, and has excellent stability. |