| abstract |
The invention relates to a composition for topical application, in the form of an oil-in-water emulsion, containing (1) one or more lipophilic UV-screening agents in an amount greater than 10% by weight relative to the total weight of the composition, (2) one or more fatty acids selected from saturated fatty acids, linear or branched, having from 8 to 30 carbon atoms, (3) at least one basic agent in an amount sufficient for the composition to have a pH ranging from from 6 to 9 and at most 90% of the fatty acids is in free form.Despite the presence of lipophilic filters, the composition has good cosmetic properties when applied to the skin, without greasy or shiny effect. |