The present disclosure relates to silicone based cosmetic compositions comprising at least at least one silicone amine, at least one anionic silicone and a cosmetically acceptable carrier such as water and other components. The compositions are useful for treating keratinous substrates such as hair, for example, for styling, conditioning and/or improving the manageability of hair. The present disclosure also relates to silicone based hair coloring compositions comprising at least one silicone amine, at least one anionic silicone, at least one colorant, a cosmetically acceptable carrier; and optionally, at least one oxidizing agent. The compositions are useful for coloring hair.