Making Skin Moisturizer Out of Rambutan Seeds (Nephelium lappaceum) and Virgin Coconut Oil (Cocos nucifera)

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

Many people right now are experiencing dry skin, especially people who live in hot areas. So the researchers decided to make a project entitled 'Making Skin Moisturizer Out of Rambutan Seeds (Nephelium lappaceum) and Virgin Coconut Oil (Cocos nucifera)'.

METHODS

The researchers used 20 fresh rambutan seeds and 30 ml of virgin coconut oil. First, they peeled the skin of the rambutan seeds. Then, pulverized the seeds partially. After that, put 30 ml of virgin coconut oil. Stirred it until it was mixed with the seeds. Then, it was pulverized again. Extraction was also done and last, it was stored for 12 hours before using it.

RESULTS

As the researchers went on with experiments, they first used 50 ml of water, same number of rambutan seeds and procedure, but it spoiled and smelled bad. That is when the researchers decided to use virgin coconut oil as preservative. It did not spoil, not like with water.

DISCUSSIONS

The research can help achieve a nourished and healthy skin for rambutan seeds contain a high amount of water which keeps our skin hydrated. It also has antioxidants that is known to reduce cholesterol. Rambutan seeds do not only benefit our skin, but also our health. Coconut oil is naturally good for the skin. Researchers aimed to promote this project mostly with those people that have dry skin. It can help them gain back their nourished skin like what they were used to. The researchers are not only striving for people who have skin problems but also to those who wants to avoid skin problems.