Provided is a dispersion of polymer particles, wherein the polymer is surface-stabilized with a stabilizer in a non-aqueous medium containing at least one hydrocarbon-based oil. The polymer of the particles is a C1-C4 alkyl (meth)acrylate polymer; and the stabilizer is an isobornyl (meth)acrylate polymer. Also provided is a composition that comprises the dispersion of polymer particles. The dispersion can be used as a cosmetic for caring for and making up of keratin materials.