MOSQUITO REPELLENT LAUNDRY SOAP FROM ALBAREGANO EXTRACT

Abstract

Mosquito bites, which cause continuous itching, are common in the Philippines. With growing concerns about diseases like dengue fever, malaria, and other illnesses spread by mosquitoes, there is increasing pressure on healthcare systems and personal health. In response to this, ALBAREGANO Extract has been developed as a plant-based ingredient for Mosquito Repellent Laundry Soap. This natural repellent offers an alternative to traditional mosquito repellents that contain DEET, providing a safer, more eco-friendly option for repelling mosquitoes without the use of harsh chemicals. This study utilized a quantitative-descriptive research design with purposive sampling. A survey questionnaire was administered to assess the level of acceptability in terms of ingredients, procedural methodology, repellent efficiency, fabric safety, and presentation. To analyze the data, a t-test was used to determine any significant differences in the assessments between the two groups of respondents. The results of the investigation revealed that the proposed study was rated as "ACCEPTABLE" in terms of ingredients, procedural methodology, repellent efficiency, fabric safety, and presentation. The Chemical Engineers had an overall mean score of 2.90 with a variance of 0.09, while the Housewives scored 2.79 with a variance of 0.05. The computed t-value was 0.7281, and the critical t-value was 3.012. As the t-computed value was lower than the t-critical value, there was no significant difference between the assessments of the two groups. Therefore, both groups of respondents accepted the proposed study without significant variation in their evaluations. To improve the study further, the respondents suggested the following recommendations: enhance the scent and effectiveness of the repellent by adding more natural ingredients, such as certified mosquito-repellent plants like lemongrass or citronella; create a clear and detailed step-by-step procedure; ensure that hazardous compounds are clearly labeled; and design attractive packaging that captures attention at first glance.