A cosmetic case includes a base, a cover and a closing/opening means, the base and the cover being hinged with respect to one another via a pivot connection, the case being capable of occupying two separate positions, a closed position wherein the cover is held in position on the base by the closing/opening means and an open position wherein the cover is free to pivot with respect to the base. The closing/opening means includes an additional part which is in slide connection or in pivot connection with the cover, and a locking means connected to the additional part—respectively to the base, the locking means being designed to each cooperate with a housing provided in/on the base—respectively in/on the additional part.