The invention relates to a particle containing at least 3 wt. % of pigment(s) in relation to the weight of said particle. The invention also relates to a series of particles, in which each particle contains at least 3 wt. % of pigment(s) in relation to the weight of said particle, to a method for producing said series of particles, and to the uses thereof in cosmetic compositions, particularly make-up for keratinous materials.