Cosmetic compositions or agents and methods for the temporary shaping of keratinous fibers are provided. In an embodiment, a cosmetic composition contains from about 2.0 to about 8.0 wt. % hydrophobized metal oxide powder； from about 0.01 to about 2.0 wt. % carbon-based adsorption agent； from about 3.0 to about 35 wt. % lipid； from about 1.0 to about 10 wt. % emulsifier； and from about 30 to about 50 wt. % water. Embodiments include the use of such cosmetic compositions and methods for employing such compositions.
