| abstract |
The present invention pertains to a powder modifying agent comprising N ε -octanoyl-L-lysine, a composite powder modified using the same, and a makeup cosmetic comprising the composite powder. According to the present invention, it is possible to provide a powder modifying agent which is capable of imparting, to a powder for cosmetics, characteristics suitable for a powder for makeup cosmetics, i.e., high dispersibility and excellent caking properties upon addition to a makeup cosmetic, a good texture (for example, smoothness and moistness) upon application to the skin, high water repellency, high adhesiveness and high transparency. According to the present invention, moreover, a composite powder, which is capable of exerting the aforesaid characteristics in a well-balanced manner, and a makeup cosmetic, which gives an excellent feeling in use and has high water repellency, high adhesiveness and high transparency, can be provided. |