Plants are Purple Glow Cleansing Balm Versus Roccoco Ruby Crystal Cleanser
Updated on April 22, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free face cleansers. They have a total of 7 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain oils
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Ingredient Info
Plants are Purple Glow Cleansing Balm 16 ingredients
Roccoco Ruby Crystal Cleanser 28 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Plants are Purple Glow Cleansing Balm 16 ingredients
Roccoco Ruby Crystal Cleanser 28 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Glycerin
Humectant
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Water
Skin ConditioningSqualane
Emollient
Sucrose Stearate
EmollientOrbignya Oleifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Persea Gratissima Oil
Skin Conditioning
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Aesculus Hippocastanum Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningHamamelis Virginiana Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Salix Alba Bark Extract
Astringent
Maltodextrin
Absorbent
Hydrolyzed Gardenia Florida Extract
Antioxidant
Glycerin, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Water, Squalane, Sucrose Stearate, Orbignya Oleifera Seed Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Persea Gratissima Oil, Tocopherol, Aesculus Hippocastanum Seed Extract, Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Extract, Salix Alba Bark Extract, Maltodextrin, Hydrolyzed Gardenia Florida Extract
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Caprylyl Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Squalane
Emollient
Avena Sativa Kernel Oil
Skin Conditioning
Water
Skin ConditioningEthyl Linoleate
Emollient
Sucrose Laurate
Emollient
Passiflora Edulis Seed Oil
Emollient
Sucrose Stearate
EmollientSucrose Palmitate
EmollientTocopherol
Antioxidant
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
CI 75470
Cosmetic ColorantIron Oxides
Pogostemon Cablin Leaf Oil
Masking
Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil
Masking
Santalum Album Oil
Masking
Rosa Damascena Flower Extract
MaskingJasminum Grandiflorum Flower Extract
Masking
Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Cinnamomum Cassia Oil
Masking
Vetiveria Zizanoides Root Oil
Masking
Cistus Ladaniferus Resin
MaskingCananga Odorata Flower Oil
Masking
Ruby Extract
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Glycerin, Caprylyl Caprylate/Caprate, Squalane, Avena Sativa Kernel Oil, Water, Ethyl Linoleate, Sucrose Laurate, Passiflora Edulis Seed Oil, Sucrose Stearate, Sucrose Palmitate, Tocopherol, Mica, Titanium Dioxide, CI 75470, Iron Oxides, Pogostemon Cablin Leaf Oil, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil, Santalum Album Oil, Rosa Damascena Flower Extract, Jasminum Grandiflorum Flower Extract, Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract, Cinnamomum Cassia Oil, Vetiveria Zizanoides Root Oil, Cistus Ladaniferus Resin, Cananga Odorata Flower Oil, Ruby Extract
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
This ingredient is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideGlycerin 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 GlycerinThis oil comes from the seeds of the desert shrub called Jojoba. It is more commonly known as jojoba oil, a non-comedogenic oil.
Jojoba oil does not contain fragrance and has many fatty-acids, making it a great soothing ingredient.
It also contains Vitamin E, a great moisturizing ingredient. Vitamin E is also an antioxidant and protects your skin against oxidative damage.
This ingredient humectant properties, meaning it helps draw moisture from the air. This helps keep your skin hydrated.
While jojoba has antibacterial properties, it is only able to kill some strains of bacteria.
Studies also show it helps in wound healing. In fact, Indigenous cultures have used jojoba as a moisturizer and to help treat burns for centuries.
Fun fact: Jojoba oil similar to natural human skin sebum, so it has a great effect on dry skin. It is also promising with helping to regulate sebum production.
Due to its fatty acid content, Jojoba oil may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Simmondsia Chinensis Seed OilSqualane is an emollient that helps the skin hold onto moisture. It's an oily liquid that occurs naturally in certain types of fish and plant oils.
Because squalane boosts hydration in the skin, it also comes with plenty of benefits: it is an antioxidant and can help fight free radicals and skin damage. Squalane is also found to have a detoxifying effect when applied.
Squalane comes from squalene, which occurs naturally within the sebum of our skin. It is one of the oils our skin produces to keep itself hydrated. Squalane is the hydrogenated version of squalene and has a longer shelf life.
Research shows that squalane is non-irritating (even at 100% concentration).
In general, it's a fantastic ingredient. It does a great job at hydrating the skin, and it's suitable for those with sensitive skin.
The source of squalane may impact malassezia / fungal acne. This is because olive oil derived squalane can contain impurities such as fatty acids and plant waxes. Sugarcane derived squalane is recommended for anyone with malassezia concerns.
Is squalane vegan?
This depends on the source. Squalane can be derived from both plants and animals. Most squalane used in skincare comes from plants.
Please note: the source of squalane is only known if disclosed by the brand. We recommend reaching out to the brand if you have any questions about their squalane.
Read more about squalene with an "e".
Is squalane an oil?
Squalane is often called an oil, but it’s technically not; it’s a hydrocarbon, meaning it’s only made of carbon and hydrogen, unlike true oils which are triglycerides made of fatty acids and glycerol.
The term “oil-free” isn’t regulated, so companies can define it however they want. Some exclude all oils, while others just avoid mineral oil or comedogenic oils.
While some people avoid oils thinking they cause breakouts, the right kind of oil (or oil-like ingredient like squalane) can actually help balance and hydrate your skin. It’s worth testing out simple oils or squalane to see what works best for your skin.
Learn more about SqualaneSucrose Stearate is derived from stearic acid and sucrose (sugar). It is an emollient and emulsifier.
As an emulsifier, it prevents oils and water from separating in a product. This property also makes it a surfactant and therefore a cleansing agent.
Tocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
Learn more about TocopherolWater. 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!
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