<;P>;PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To improve emulsion stability and stability against oil separation in a water-in-oil type emulsion composition and further obtain a good use feeling. <;P>;SOLUTION: This water-in-oil type emulsion composition containing an oil phase and an aqueous phase contains an organically modified clay mineral, an ester compound obtained from (a) an 8-30C fatty acid or hydroxyfatty acid, (b) a 12-36C dibasic acid and (c) glycerol or a glycerol condensate, a silicone polymer having a 3-dimensional cross-linked structure and silicone oil. <;P>;COPYRIGHT: (C)2010,JPO&INPIT