The invention describes ivory nut and/or hydrolyzed ivory nut (mannan) compositions that are provided as fine particles that can be used in various cosmetic compositions, such as exfoliating compositions, as well as in toothpastes, body washes, creams and lotions, sun screens, make up, baby powders and the like.L'invention concerne des compositions d'ivoire végétal et/ou d'ivoire végétal hydrolysé (mannane) fournies sous forme de particules fines qui peuvent être utilisées dans diverses compositions cosmétiques.