The present invention relates to a non-therapeutic method, preferably a cosmetic method, of protecting keratin materials from pollutants, comprising: applying the keratin materials with at least one composition, preferably at least one cosmetic composition, comprising at least one particle having a wet point for oil being at least 100 ml/100 g, preferably at least 150 ml/100 g, and more preferably at least 200 ml/100 g, and a wet point for water being at least 100 ml/100 g, preferably at least 200 ml/100 g, and more preferably at least 300 ml/100 g. The present invention also relates to the use of the particle or the composition, and the like. The present invention can provide a method or process of protecting keratin materials from pollutants, as well as an anti-pollution agent and a use for the method or process.
