THE BENEFICIAL EFFECTS OF AVOCADO PEELS AS A MAIN INGREDIENT IN SOAP

Abstract

There is a growing need for cost-effective methods of soap production while reducing food waste generated worldwide. Instead of using avocado extracts, the researchers utilized avocado peels as the main ingredient in soap formulation to create an eco-friendly alternative and help reduce food waste. An experimental research design was employed in this study. Laboratory testing was conducted to determine the bacterial count and antioxidant activity of the soap produced using avocado peels. The results showed that the soap exhibited antimicrobial activity and antioxidant properties. These findings demonstrated that the formulated soap using avocado peels was effective based on the conducted laboratory tests. Since the soap was found to be effective, the researchers recommended further improvement of the study and refinement of the soap formulation by removing unnecessary ingredients to enhance product quality.