A novel cosmetic composition comprising, in a cosmetically acceptable
medium, at least one aminosilicone of as defined herein having, for
example, a contact angle ranging from 90.degree. to 180.degree. and at
least one thickener, being able to afford at least one improved cosmetic
property (such as lightness, disentangling, volume and sheen) and/or at
least one of long-lasting and remanent effects, as well as uses of the
composition, such as for washing and/or conditioning keratin materials
such as the hair or the skin.