| abstract |
A cosmetic composition is provided for application to the hair or skin, comprising 30 to 85% ethanol, 15 to 37% water, a crosslinked copolymer composed of acrylic acid and non-ethoxylated esters of acrylic acid with linear C10-C30 monoalcohols as monomers, the crosslinked copolymer being present in a total amount of 0.1 to 1.0%, a alkalizing agent up to a pH of the cosmetic composition in the range of 5 to 8, measured at 20° C., a substance selected from oils and fragrances in a total amount of 0 to 10%, one or more surfactants in a total amount of 0 to 0.1%, and at least one pigment in a total amount of 0.1 to 10%, where all quantities are based on the weight of the cosmetic composition, whereby the application is preferably done by spraying, especially preferably by spraying with a pump sprayer. |