The Utilization of Cardaba Banana (Musa acuminata ×balbisiana) Peel as the Essential Oil of Lotion

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

Lotion provides many benefits to people who use it on a regular basis. The researchers used banana peel as the main variable in the production of lotion because it is a good source of vitamins and minerals that can enhance the appearance of the skin. This study was conducted to produce cardaba banana peel lotion specifically, it aimed to evaluate the characteristics of the produced lotion in terms of viscosity, odor, and after-feel, and assess its level of acceptability.

METHODS

The researchers used an experimental quantitative research design. Wherein, two identical treatments of lotion out of cardaba banana peel extract with manipulated concentrations of 5ml and 7.5ml were prepared. The banana was separated from its peel, chopped, grinded, and mixed with coconut oil. After storing it for two days, it was mixed with oil, emulsifying wax, water, and preservatives. A total of 30 respondents from Barangay Conchu, Trece Martires City, Cavite were randomly selected to participate in this study.

RESULTS

Based on the results of the study, it was concluded that lotion can be produced from cardaba banana peel. There is no significant difference between two treatments because of their significant value of 0.476 for viscosity, 0.625 for odor, 0.380 for after-feel, and 0.375 for the overall acceptability. Between two treatments, treatment 1 was more acceptable with a mean score of 2.67 than treatment 2 with 2.57 only. Therefore, the null hypothesis was accepted in terms of its sensory properties including viscosity, odor, after-feel, and the overall acceptability of the produced cardaba banana peel lotion.

DISCUSSIONS

The researchers found out that different concentrations of produced cardaba peel lotion have insignificant effect for the sensory properties. Since the variable used in this study was locally available and abundant therefore, the product can help the pharmaceutical industry for it can be a good and unique product to be sold in the market.