The Optimist
The Maya Chia The Optimist is a serums, essence, ampoule. Our analysis of its 24 ingredients (15 low-risk) rates it Excellent (100/100).
Product Ingredient Safety Breakdown (EWG Rating Ratings)
CIR Findings Breakdown
| EWG | CIR | Ingredient Name & Cosmetic Functions | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
|
B
|
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
(Skin Conditioning) |
Good for Sensitive Skin
|
|
|
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Oryza sativa extract
(Abrasive, Absorbent, Bulking, Hair Conditioning, Skin Conditioning) |
|
1
|
B
|
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
(Antimicrobial, Antioxidant, Astringent, Emollient, Humectant, Masking, Oral Care Agent, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Tonic, Uv Absorber) |
Good for Oily Skin
|
|
1
|
|
Water
(Solvent) |
|
|
1
|
|
Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
(Antidandruff Agent, Antimicrobial) |
|
|
|
|
Lactobacillus
(Skin Conditioning) |
|
|
|
|
Cocos Nucifera Fruit Extract
(Hair Conditioning, Skin Conditioning, Skin Conditioning Emollient) |
|
|
1
|
A
|
Hydrolyzed Corn Starch
(Binding, Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Viscosity Controlling) |
|
|
|
|
Beta Vulgaris Root Extract
(Skin Conditioning) |
|
|
1
|
A
|
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
(Emollient, Masking, Perfuming, Skin Conditioning, Solvent) |
|
|
1
|
A
|
Panthenol
(Antistatic Agent, Hair Conditioning, Skin Conditioning) |
Good for Dry Skin
|
|
1
|
A
|
Phospholipids
(Skin Conditioning) |
|
|
1
|
|
Anhydroxylitol
(Humectant, Skin Conditioning) |
|
|
1
|
B
|
Lauryl Glucoside
(Cleansing, Surfactant) |
|
|
1
|
B
|
Myristyl Glucoside
(Cleansing) |
|
|
|
|
Polyglyceryl-6 Laurate
(Emulsifying) |
|
|
1
|
|
Salvia Hispanica Seed Extract
(Emollient, Skin Conditioning) |
|
|
1
|
|
Haematococcus Pluvialis Extract
(Antioxidant) |
|
|
1
|
|
Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
(Emulsion Stabilising, Viscosity Controlling) |
|
|
|
|
glycyrrhiza glabra root extract
(Bleaching, Perfuming, Skin Conditioning, Skin Conditioning Emollient, Smoothing, Soothing) |
|
|
|
|
citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil
(Fragrance, Skin Conditioning) |
|
|
|
|
Citrus Aurantium Amara Peel Oil
(Skin Conditioning) |
|
|
3
|
|
Cananga Odorata Flower Oil
(Masking, Perfuming) |
Bad for Sensitive Skin
|
|
3
|
A
|
Potassium Sorbate
(Fragrance, Preservative) |
