Community Sixty-Six Detoxifying AHA/BHA Gel Cleanser Versus Coastal Citizen Morning Water
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe face cleansers. They have a total of 10 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain niacinamide
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Community Sixty-Six Detoxifying AHA/BHA Gel Cleanser 25 ingredients
Coastal Citizen Morning Water 33 ingredients
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Community Sixty-Six Detoxifying AHA/BHA Gel Cleanser 25 ingredients
Coastal Citizen Morning Water 33 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycolic Acid
Buffering
Decyl Glucoside
CleansingGlycerin
Humectant
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingNiacinamide
Smoothing
Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate
CleansingSalicylic Acid
Masking
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate
Cleansing
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingGlyceryl Caprylate
EmollientSodium Lauroyl Lactylate
EmulsifyingMandelic Acid
Antimicrobial
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Glyceryl Undecylenate
Emollient
Cucumis Melo Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningHydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate
Skin Conditioning
Lepidium Meyenii Root Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Benzoate
Masking
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Saccharomyces Lysate
Skin ConditioningWater, Glycolic Acid, Decyl Glucoside, Glycerin, Sodium Hydroxide, Niacinamide, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Salicylic Acid, Citric Acid, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Glyceryl Caprylate, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Mandelic Acid, Panthenol, Glyceryl Undecylenate, Cucumis Melo Fruit Extract, Hydroxyacetophenone, Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate, Lepidium Meyenii Root Extract, Sodium Benzoate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Saccharomyces Lysate
Water
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
SolventPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningBeta-Carotene
Skin ConditioningHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Hexylene Glycol
Emulsifying1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningHydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Undecylenoyl Glycine
CleansingBetaine
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Carnosine
Skin ConditioningPhospholipids
Skin ConditioningBis-Ethoxydiglycol Cyclohexane 1,4-Dicarboxylate
EmollientAgastache Mexicana Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Ipomoea Batatas Root Extract
Skin ConditioningOryza Sativa Hull Extract
MoisturisingLactobacillus Ferment Lysate
Skin Conditioning
Saccharomyces Lysate
Skin ConditioningSodium Benzoate
Masking
Ocimum Basilicum Leaf Water
Masking
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Water
MaskingCurcuma Longa Rhizome Extract
Skin ConditioningUndaria Pinnatifida Extract
Skin ConditioningAvena Sativa Kernel Extract
Abrasive
PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Water, Propanediol, Propylene Glycol, Pentylene Glycol, Beta-Carotene, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Caprylyl Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Hexylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Undecylenoyl Glycine, Betaine, Glycerin, Carnosine, Phospholipids, Bis-Ethoxydiglycol Cyclohexane 1,4-Dicarboxylate, Agastache Mexicana Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Ipomoea Batatas Root Extract, Oryza Sativa Hull Extract, Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate, Saccharomyces Lysate, Sodium Benzoate, Ocimum Basilicum Leaf Water, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Water, Curcuma Longa Rhizome Extract, Undaria Pinnatifida Extract, Avena Sativa Kernel Extract, PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Potassium Sorbate, Niacinamide
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Water. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.
So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.
You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterGlycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinNiacinamide has emerged as an all-star ingredient due to its many benefits.
It is known to treat acne by reducing inflammation. It also helps fade dark-spots and strengthen the skin by promoting the growth of the ceramide barrier.
Other benefits include smoothing wrinkles and minimizing redness.
The cherry on top? Niacinamide can also help build keratin, a protein that keeps skin firm.
When incorporating niacinamide into your routine, look out for concentration amounts. Typically, 5% niacinamide provides benefits such as fading dark spots. However, if you have sensitive skin, it is better to begin with a smaller concentration.
Niacinamide can be mixed with other ingredients to boost benefits. For instance, it has shown to be effective when used with copper, folic acid, and zinc to treat acne.
Learn more about NiacinamideHydroxyacetophenone is antioxidant with skin conditioning and soothing properties. It also boosts the efficiency of preservatives.
This ingredient is not irritating or sensitizing.
Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate is a postbiotic with skin soothing properties. Postbiotics are inactive molecules produced by probiotic bacteria that provide skin benefits.
This ingredient comes from the secretion of the bacteria, Lactobacillus.
Studies show this ingredient can help calm redness and may help treat the signs of photoaging; however, the evidence is inconclusive and further studies are needed.
Learn more about Lactobacillus Ferment LysateSodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.
Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.
Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.
It is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.
Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.
We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Sodium Benzoate1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.Â
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservativesÂ
Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract is derived from the leaves of the tea plant. Black tea, green tea, and oolong tea are all harvested from this plant.
This ingredient has many skin benefits:
This ingredient contains polyphenols, a strong antioxidant. Antioxidants help fight off molecules that damage skin cells.
On top of that, the antioxidants in green tea neutralize free-radicals from the sun. This gives the skin some extra UV protection, but should not replace sunscreen.
Many components of tea have anti-inflammatory properties.
Polyphenols and L-theanine help soothe the skin and reduce irritation. The caffeine in Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract helps calm inflamed blood vessels.
Other compounds found in tea include: Vitamin Bs, linoleic acid, magnesium, calcium, iron, and zinc.
Research has shown both drinking Camellia Sinensis Leaf Tea and applying it to the skin can help boost skin elasticity and hydration. Studies also show using tea extract may reduce sebum, or oil, production.
Learn more about Camellia Sinensis Leaf ExtractSaccharomyces Lysate is from the yeast Saccharomyces. This ingredient is created from the cell walls of Saccharomyces.
As a probiotic, Saccharomyces Lysate helps boost your skin's natural microbiome.
Saccharomyces is also known as brewer's yeast and was traditionally used to make beer.
Learn more about Saccharomyces LysateIngredient Ratings
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Community Sixty-Six Detoxifying AHA/BHA Gel Cleanser 25 ingredients
Coastal Citizen Morning Water 33 ingredients
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Community Sixty-Six Detoxifying AHA/BHA Gel Cleanser 25 ingredients
Haven't noticed a difference considering the BHAs and AHAs, but to be fair I haven't used it consistently. I usually only use it when I need a second cleanser at night.
I usually only use it after using an oil cleanser to remove residue from wearing sunscreen, but I've used it as a single cleanser as well and it works great. It's oil-free, but still feels like it removes all the dirt from my Show more
