The present invention aims at providing a cosmetic powder superior in spreadability on the skin and a sense of fitting to the skin upon application, and the lightness and moisture of the skin after application, as well as safety. This object can be achieved by a cosmetic powder containing N-mono long chain acyl basic amino acid and a particular α-aminolactam derivative.本發明的目的在於提供一種化妝用粉末,其在施用之際具有優良的在皮膚上的展布性及對皮膚的配合感,且在施用之後給予皮膚明亮與水分,更且具有安全性。此目的可經由包含小單長鏈醯基鹼性胺基酸及特別的α-胺基內醯胺衍生物之化妝用粉末而達成。
