This invention relates to a waterproof cosmetic composition for covering the eyelashes. When intended for make-up for the eyelashes, a composition of this kind generally contains pigments and is then referred to as "mascara". If it does not comprise pigments, it simply constitutes a make-up foundation or base for the eyelashes. This invention also relates to a process for the preparation of this new composition.
The waterproof mascaras on the market at present are anhydrous products based on non-aqueous organic solvents. The major disadvantage of these mascaras is the fact that they have indifferent stretching properties, in all cases lower than those of non-waterproof mascaras. There are also waterproof mascaras in the form of water in oil emulsions. However, their water resistance is unsatisfactory.