An objective of the present invention is to provide a cosmetic that exhibits strong resistance to contact with water, clothes, fingers and the like, that is not susceptible to decreases in makeup effects such as the ultraviolet blocking function even after contact, and that has an excellent feeling in use. The present invention provides a cosmetic containing (A) a flaky powder； (B) 6% to 40% by mass of an ultraviolet absorbing agent； and (C) a cationic surfactant.
