Abstract: The present invention provides a cosmetic composition containing a partially crystalline polyolefin homopolymer or copolymer wax and a solvent system. Specifically, the partially crystalline polyolefin homopolymer or copolymer wax is characterized by a refractive index ranging from about 1.4 to about 1.6, a viscosity measured at 170° C. ranging from about 5,000 mPas to about 15,000 mPas, a weight average molecular weight ranging from about 22,000 to about 28,000, and a polydispersity index ranging from about 2 to about 2.5. The solvent system is characterized by a refractive index that is matched with the refractive index of the wax and includes one or more solvents that are compatible with the wax for forming a solid, substantially clear, stick-shaped cosmetic product.

Abstract: A solid, substantially clear cosmetic composition having a refractive index of between 1.4-1.6 comprising a partially crystalline polyolefin homopolymer or copolymer wax and a solvent system, wherein the refractive index of the solvent system is matched with the refractive index of the wax. Also contemplated are methods of making the solid, substantially clear composition comprising the steps of (a) mixing the partially crystalline polyolefin homopolymer or copolymer wax within the solvent system and (b) cooling said composition to ambient temperature.