The present invention relates to a powdery cosmetic composition comprising a pulverulent phase. The pulverulent phase comprises (i) perlite in an amount of from 5 wt % to 70 wt % in relation to the total weight of the composition, and (ii) at least one inorganic UV filter powder having an average primary particle size of lower than 200 nm. The powdery cosmetic composition according to the present invention can provide long-lasting cosmetic effects as well as good UV protecting effects.
