To provide an oil in water type solid cosmetic composition which can be solidified into a stable solid shape, has a desired sensation of elasticity, has favorable take up properties when taken up with a finger, and imparts a superior sensation of freshness when utilized, as an oil in water type preparation. An oil in water type solid cosmetic includes: (a) 0.1 to 5% by mass of a hydrophobically modified polyether urethane; (b) 0.01 to 5% by mass of a hydrophilic plate shaped powder; (c) a hydrophobic powder; (d) an oil component; and (e) water.