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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Aromatica Rosemary Scalp Scaling Shampoo versus Kundal Honey & Macadamia Nature Shampoo Cherry Blossom .

Last updated on July 28, 2023. Published on July 29, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both reef safe shampoos. They have a total of 17 ingredients in common

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots

Free From

They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain common allergens, fragrances and oils

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Shampoo South Korean Brand South Korea
Shampoo South Korean Brand South Korea

Shampoo

Detergent or soap for cleansing the hair.

Shampoo

Detergent or soap for cleansing the hair.

Price

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Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

BHA
Niacinamide

Benefits

Hydrating (2)
Good For Oily Skin (2)
Redness Reducing
Reduces Irritation
Reduces Large Pores (2)
Dark Spots
Scar Healing
Acne Fighting (2)
Brightening (3)

Concerns

Drying (2)
Acne Trigger
Irritating
Rosacea (3)
Eczema (2)

Notable Ingredients

Exfoliators

Benefits

Hydrating (7)
Good For Oily Skin
Redness Reducing (8)
Reduces Irritation (8)
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging (2)
Dark Spots (2)
Scar Healing (2)
Acne Fighting
Brightening

Concerns

Drying
May Worsen Oily Skin
Acne Trigger (2)
Rosacea (2)
Eczema
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Ingredients Compared

Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.

Water • Sodium Cocoyl Alaninate • Lauryl Hydroxysultaine • Lauryl Glucoside • Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate • Glycerin • Erythritol • Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate • Honey Extract • Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Extract • Sesamum Indicum Seed Extract • Oenothera Biennis Flower Extract • Glycine Soja Seed Extract • Vaccinium Angustifolium Fruit Extract • Undaria Pinnatifida Extract • Fragaria Chiloensis Fruit Extract • Morus Alba Root Extract • Cornus Officinalis Fruit Extract • Taraxacum Officinale Leaf Extract • Rubus Fruticosus Fruit Extract • Oryza Sativa Extract • Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract • Angelica Gigas Root Extract • Rosa Centifolia Flower Extract • Hibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Extract • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract • Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Extract • Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract • Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract • Centella Asiatica Extract • Pelargonium Graveolens Extract • Origanum Vulgare Leaf Extract • Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract • Panax Ginseng Root Extract • Rehmannia Chinensis Root Extract • Pueraria Lobata Root Extract • Thymus Vulgaris Extract • Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract • Mentha Piperita Leaf Extract • Glycyrrhiza Uralensis Root Extract • Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract • Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract • Saccharomyces Cerevisiae Extract • Laminaria Japonica Extract • Salicornia Herbacea Extract • Brassica Napus Extract • Narcissus Pseudo-Narcissus Flower Extract • Pinus Palustris Leaf Extract • Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract • Diospyros Kaki Fruit Extract • Camellia Japonica Leaf Extract • Ceratonia Siliqua Fruit Extract • Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil • Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil • Cocos Nucifera Oil • Persea Gratissima Oil • Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride • Polyquaternium-10 • Sodium Chloride • Betaine • Allantoin • Panthenol • Arginine • Sodium Gluconate • Citric Acid • Coconut Acid • Sodium Isethionate • Butylene Glycol • Dipropylene Glycol • Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate • 1,2-Hexanediol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Hydroxyacetophenone • Caprylyl Glycol • Parfum • Benzyl Benzoate • Citronellol • Limonene • Hexyl Cinnamal • Linalool

Ingredients Side-by-side

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Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

1
What it does: Antimicrobial, Masking, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Mixed

Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract comes from rosemary. Rosemary is native to the Mediterranean.

While Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil can be volatile due to its fragrant properties, this component is usually removed in the leaf extract.

Rosemary Leaf Extract can help protect your skin against damage from free-radical molecules. It contains many antioxidants such as rosmarinic acid and caffeic acid. Rosemarinic acid has been found to help soothe skin conditions such as eczema and acne.

Learn more about Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract

Aromatica Rosemary Scalp Scaling Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 1.

Kundal Honey & Macadamia Nature Shampoo Cherry Blossom contains this as ingredient number 42.

2
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!

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Aromatica Rosemary Scalp Scaling Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 2.

Kundal Honey & Macadamia Nature Shampoo Cherry Blossom contains this as ingredient number 1.

3
What it does: Cleansing, Foaming
Community Rating: Very Disliked

This gentle cleansing and foaming ingredient is known for leaving a smooth feeling in skin and hair. It is made using coconut oil.

According to the manufacturer, it is soluble in water and has resistance to hard water, acid, and alkali.

Due to its coconut base, it may not be Malassezia folliculitis safe.

Learn more about Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate

Aromatica Rosemary Scalp Scaling Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 4.

Kundal Honey & Macadamia Nature Shampoo Cherry Blossom contains this as ingredient number 8.

4
What it does: Cleansing
Community Rating: Disliked

Sodium cocoyl isethionate is a natural ingredient from the fatty acids of coconut oil. It is a surfactant and helps with cleansing the skin.

By binding to water and oil, it helps gently clean skin. It also helps the spreadability of the product.

Sodium cocoyl isethionate is also added to help create foam without drying the skin. However, this is depending on the amount of Sodium cocoyl isethionate.

Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate may not be fungal acne safe.

Learn more about Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate

Aromatica Rosemary Scalp Scaling Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 5.

Kundal Honey & Macadamia Nature Shampoo Cherry Blossom contains this as ingredient number 5.

5
What it does: Masking
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Chances are, you eat sodium chloride every day. Sodium Chloride is also known as table salt.

This ingredient has many purposes in skincare: thickener, emulsifier, and exfoliator.

You'll most likely find this ingredient in cleansers where it is used to create a gel-like texture. As an emulsifier, it also prevents ingredients from separating.

There is much debate on whether this ingredient is comedogenic. The short answer - comedogenic ratings don't tell the whole story. Learn more about comegodenic ratings here.

The concensus about this ingredient causing acne seems to be divided. Research is needed to understand if this ingredient does cause acne.

Scrubs may use salt as the primary exfoliating ingredient.

Learn more about Sodium Chloride

Aromatica Rosemary Scalp Scaling Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 9.

Kundal Honey & Macadamia Nature Shampoo Cherry Blossom contains this as ingredient number 62.

6
What it does: Humectant, Moisturising, Skin Conditioning

You might know this ingredient as a sugar substitute in foods. It is a sugar alcohol with humectant properties.

Humectants attract water to your skin (like glycerin or hyaluronic acid).

Fun fact: Erythritol can be naturally found in some fermented foods.

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Aromatica Rosemary Scalp Scaling Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 10.

Kundal Honey & Macadamia Nature Shampoo Cherry Blossom contains this as ingredient number 7.

7
What it does: Cleansing
Community Rating: Mixed

Lauryl Glucoside sugar- and lipid-based cleansing agent. It is created from glucose and lauryl alcohol.

Lauryl Glucoside makes it easier to rinse oil, dirt, and other polluants away.

A British study found lauryl glucoside to cause skin sensitivity for some people. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have concerns.

Learn more about Lauryl Glucoside

Aromatica Rosemary Scalp Scaling Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 11.

Kundal Honey & Macadamia Nature Shampoo Cherry Blossom contains this as ingredient number 4.

8
What it does: Skin Conditioning

We don't have a description for Origanum Vulgare Leaf Extract.

Aromatica Rosemary Scalp Scaling Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 16.

Kundal Honey & Macadamia Nature Shampoo Cherry Blossom contains this as ingredient number 33.

9
What it does: Masking, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Mixed

Arginine is an amino acid that is important for human development. Your body uses is it to produce hair keratin and skin collagen.

As a cosmetic ingredient, Arginine has antioxidant properties and can also help repair damaged skin. This ingredient is derived either synthetically or from animals.

Arginine isn't fungal acne safe when used in the presence of other lipids (fats, fatty acids, oils, esters, etc). Oils and fats occur naturally within the skin, so take caution when using Arginine if you're prone to fungal acne.

Learn more about Arginine

Aromatica Rosemary Scalp Scaling Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 20.

Kundal Honey & Macadamia Nature Shampoo Cherry Blossom contains this as ingredient number 66.

10
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Panthenol (also referred to as pro-vitamin B5) is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin.

lt is a humectant, meaning that it helps the skin attract and retain moisture.

Another benefit is the anti-inflammatory abilities. This means that it's great for sensitive, irritation-prone skin.

Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.

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Aromatica Rosemary Scalp Scaling Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 22.

Kundal Honey & Macadamia Nature Shampoo Cherry Blossom contains this as ingredient number 65.

11
What it does:
Community Rating: Disliked

Polyquaternium-10 is an ammonium salt of hydroxyethylcellulose. It is a white and granular powder used as a film-former and anti-static agent.

This ingredient is commonly found in hair conditioning products. According to a manufacturer, its positive charge makes it great for absorbing hair proteins. The manufacturer also states this ingredient helps with curl retention.

For haircare friends: this ingredient is not a silicone.

Learn more about Polyquaternium-10

Aromatica Rosemary Scalp Scaling Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 24.

Kundal Honey & Macadamia Nature Shampoo Cherry Blossom contains this as ingredient number 61.

12
What it does: Emollient, Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

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 Glycol

Aromatica Rosemary Scalp Scaling Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 25.

Kundal Honey & Macadamia Nature Shampoo Cherry Blossom contains this as ingredient number 77.

13
What it does: Humectant, Masking, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:

  • It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
  • It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
  • It helps improve product application.

Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.

Aromatica Rosemary Scalp Scaling Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 27.

Kundal Honey & Macadamia Nature Shampoo Cherry Blossom contains this as ingredient number 71.

14
What it does: Masking, Solvent
Community Rating: Disliked

Dipropylene Glycol is a synthetically created stabilizer and solvent. It is a part of the glycol class in the alcohol family.

Dipropylene Glycol helps dissolve and evenly distribute ingredients. It also helps decrease viscosity and thin out texture.

As a masking agent, Dipropylene Glycol can be used to cover the smell of other ingredients. However, it does not have a scent.

Studies show Dipropylene Glycol is considered safe to use in skincare.

Learn more about Dipropylene Glycol

Aromatica Rosemary Scalp Scaling Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 33.

Kundal Honey & Macadamia Nature Shampoo Cherry Blossom contains this as ingredient number 72.

15
What it does: Perfuming, Solvent
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Limonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.

It's found in the peel oil of citrus fruits and other plants such as lavender and eucalyptus. The scent of limonene is generally described as "sweet citrus".

Limonene acts as an antioxidant, meaning it helps neutralize free radicals.

When exposed to air, oxidized limonene may sensitize the skin. Because of this, limonene is often avoided by people with sensitive skin.

The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term. For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance.

Learn more about Limonene

Aromatica Rosemary Scalp Scaling Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 34.

Kundal Honey & Macadamia Nature Shampoo Cherry Blossom contains this as ingredient number 81.

16
What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

Glycerin 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 Glycerin

Aromatica Rosemary Scalp Scaling Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 35.

Kundal Honey & Macadamia Nature Shampoo Cherry Blossom contains this as ingredient number 6.

17
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

1,2-Hexanediol is a multi-tasker ingredient. It acts as a preservative to increase shelf-life and can aid other preservatives in preventing microbe growth. 1,2-Hexanediol also helps the skin retain moisture as a humectant.

In products that are water-based, this ingredient can help stabilize perfumes and fragrances. It can also help make the texture of products softer and more smooth.

Aromatica Rosemary Scalp Scaling Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 48.

Kundal Honey & Macadamia Nature Shampoo Cherry Blossom contains this as ingredient number 74.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

44% are loved or liked
13% have mixed ratings
23% are disliked or very disliked
21% have no rating yet
33% are loved or liked
17% have mixed ratings
24% are disliked or very disliked
27% have no rating yet

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