Occidental Mindoro National High School

Mamburao, Occidental Mindoro

The Efficacy of Using Gumamela flower

(Hibiscus) as Hair Polish

Researchers
Francisco, Ciana Yzea V.
Tubiera, Christian Andrew D.
Utanes, Kristel Mae F.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS

I. Title page……………………………1
II. Table of contents…………………..2
III. Abstract …………………..3
IV. Chapter 1
• Introduction …………………..4
• Statement of the Problem………………4
• Hypothesis …………………..5
• Basic assumptions of the study…………………..5
• Significance of the Study……..…………………..5
• Scope and Limitation………..…………………..5
• Theoretical Framework…………………..6
• Research paradigm………..…………………..6
• Flow Chart………..…………………..7
• Definition of terms………..…………………..8
V. Chapter 2
• Related Legal Basis………..…………………..9-19
• Related Literature ………..…………………..19-20
• Related Studies………..…………………..20
VI. Chapter 3
• Methods of research………..…………………..21
• Respondents of the study………..…………………..21
• Sampling techniques ………..…………………..21
• Sources pf Data………..…………………..21
• Statistical Method1………..…………………..21
VII. Chapter 4………..…………………..22-24
VIII. Chapter 5………..…………………..25
IX. Reference………..…………………..26
X. Curriculum Vitea………..…………………..27-28
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Abstract

Gumamela as hair polish is made of organic materials that is helpful for the hair. The
researcher’s product is an organic hair polish that will help the hair in hair growth, makes the
hair smooth and silky, and it can also be a natural remedy for treating baldness.

Experimental methods of Research were used in this study to compare the performance of two
sets of subjects, teens, adults and people with problems in hairs. Gumamela flower was used as
the control group and received the same amount of treatment.

Based on the survey that was conducted by the researchers, it resulted that the product is good,
very effective, proved that is has less chemicals and that it really does makes the hair silky.

The researchers conclude that the gumamela as hair polish can last as long as 14 days, the
product is effective, there is a significant difference between the organic hair polish and the
commercially available one. Therefore, the null hypothesis is rejected.
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Chapter I
THE PROBLEM AND BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY

Introduction

Nowadays, people tend to use commercial hair polish. But using this product it can affect
the environment because of the toxic materials used. Commercial hair polish is made from
cyclomethicone, dimethicone, phenyl trimethicone, panthenol, silk amino acids and fragrance.
These materials are toxic because it can cause several damages to your hair.

Organic hair polish can be the best substitute of commercial hair polish. One of these
organic hair polish is the gumamela flower (Hibiscus)as hair polish. To be environmental
friendly instead of using commercial hair polish, gumamela flower (Hibiscus) can be used as hair
polish.

Gumamela flower as hair polish are environmental friendly and also cost-effective. This
kind of hair polish improves hair growth, quality of the hair and it can also be used as a natural
remedy for treating baldness. This hair polish can make your hair healthy.

The findings of the study entitled by using gumamela flower (Hibiscus) as hair polish
will contribute to get benefits in the environment as it will be an alternative hair polish especially
for people with a hair problem. Since now, hair is the common problem. Through this study, the
cases of hair damaging will be less than as of now.

Statement of the Problem

Research Questions

1. How long will the product last?

2. What is the effectivity rate of using gumamela flower (Hibiscus) as hair polish?
3. What is the significant difference between the gumamela flower (Hibiscus) as hair polish
and a commercial hair polish?
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Hypotheses of the Study

1. The product will not last long.

2. The effectivity rate of using gumamela flower (Hibiscus) as hair polish is zero.
3. Both the organic and commercial hair polish is not effective.

Basic Assumptions of the Study

In conducting the study, the researchers will create a hair polish using Gumamela flower
(Hibiscus) and in conducting of this study, the researchers made the following assumptions. It
was assumed that:

1. The use of Gumamela flower (Hibiscus) can make the hair smooth and silky.
2. The use of Gumamela flower (Hibiscus) can be use as natural dye to mask grey hair.
3. The use of Gumamela flower (Hibiscus) can be a natural remedy in treating baldness.
4. The use of Gumamela flower (Hibiscus) as hair polish could add volume to the hair.
5. The use of Gumamela flower (Hibiscus) as hair polish can be used for hair growth.

Significance of the Study

The generalization of the study would help contribute to hair treatments and lessening
chemical use, it is also very accessible because materials are quite common and requires low
maintenance.

1. The use of Gumamela flower (Hibiscus) as hair polish in Mamburao can be a natural
remedy for treating baldness.
2. The use of Gumamela flower (Hibiscus) as hair polish in Occidental Mindoro can be
helpful to contribute to hair treatments.
3. The adaptation of this method can also lessen the chemical use to the hair and
promote organic products in MIMAROPA Region.

Scope and Limitations

The scope of the study explored only the efficacy level of Hibiscus flower as hair polish.
The duration of this study was conducted during the year 2022 to 2023 in Occidental Mindoro
National High School. The respondents were (5) teens, adults, and people that have problems in
hair. The acceptability and effectiveness is being affected by the size, color, and processing time
of fermentation. The main sources of the study are flowers and oil.
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Theoretical Framework

Gumamela (Hibiscus) is most commonly used as a scalp treatment, there are some
considerations to keep in mind for skin types as opposed to hair types with this ingredient. Patel
cautions that anyone with allergies to plants and pollens, or with dry or sensitive skin, eczema or
psoriasis should stay away from hibiscus as a hair or scalp treatment
(byrdie.com, 2021).

Coconut oil is an extremely versatile health and beauty product. People use it for all sorts
of things, from cooking and cleaning to moisturizing their skin and removing make-up. Others
often coconut oil to help improve the health and condition of their hair. This article explores the
pros and cons of using coconut oil on your hair. Coconut oil can improve the health and
condition of your hair. It works by helping prevent protein lost in your hair. It is beneficial to
apply it to hair both before and after washing it (healthline.com, 2021).

Hair polishing is extremely safe. Hair polishing uses an organic scratch or wool wax to
polish the hair with a soft cloth. This process removes any styling products that have
accumulated on your hair overtime and restores its natural healthiness. The sealing oil provides
moisture for great shine and locks in the effects of the conditioner applied before you shampoo,
use a nourishing mask or enter into an intensive conditioning program (haircolorist, 2021).

Research Paradigm

Input Process Output

The materials needed in
the study are gumamela
flower, gumamela leaves,
coconut oil, blender and
plastic container.
For hair growth. First
take about 8 gumamela
flowers and 8 gumamela
leaves and grind them into a
fine paste. Heat about a cup Hair polish
of coconut oil and the paste to using
it. Let the mixture heat Gumamela Flower
together and keep it aside to
cool down. Your hibiscus oil
is ready to use. Massage your
scalp with it for about 10
minutes and leave it on for
about 30 minutes for best
result. You can even store the
remaining gumamela oil for
future use.
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Flow Chart
Figure 1.1
Hair Polish from
Gumamela Flower

Gumamela Flower Adults/Teenagers

Gumamela Leaves

Coconut Oil

Blender

Plastic Container

Testing

Effectiveness of the Product

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Definitions of Terms

For a better understanding of the study, the following terms are conceptually defined:

Hibiscus a tropical plant with large, brightly colored flowers.

Color the shade or hue the Hibiscus flower possessed.

Extracts the liquid decocted from the Hibiscus flowers.

Size the relative dimension or diameter of the Hibiscus flower.

Fermentation the chemical breakdown undergone by the Hibiscus flower.

Efficacy the ability of the Hibiscus flower to produce the desired results.

Acceptability the quality of Hibiscus flower as a hair polish.

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Chapter II
REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE AND STUDIES

Related Legal Basis

Republic Act No. 8423             December 9, 1997

AN ACT CREATING THE PHILIPPINE INSTITUTE OF TRADITIONAL AND

ALTERNATIVE HEALTH CARE (PITAHC) TO ACCELERATE THE DEVELOPMENT OF
TRADITIONAL AND ALTERNATIVE HEALTH CARE IN THE PHILIPPINES,
PROVIDING FOR A TRADITIONAL AND ALTERNATIVE HEALTH CARE
DEVELOPMENT FUND AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in Congress

assembled:

Section 1. Short Title. - This Act shall be known as the "Traditional and Alternative Medicine
Act (TAMA) of 1997."

ARTICLE I
GUIDING PRINCIPLES

Section 2. Declaration of Policy. - It is hereby declared the policy of the State to improve the
quality and delivery of health care services to the Filipino people through the development of
traditional and alternative health care and its integration into the national health care delivery
system.

It shall also be the policy of the State to seek a legally workable basis by which indigenous
societies would own their knowledge of traditional medicine. When such knowledge is used by
outsiders, the indigenous societies can require the permitted users to acknowledge its source and
can demand a share of any financial return that may come from its authorized commercial use.

Section 3. Objectives. - The objectives of this Act are as follows:

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(a) To encourage scientific research on and develop traditional and alternative health care
systems that have direct impact on public health care;

(b) To promote and advocate the use of traditional, alternative, preventive and curative
health care modalities that have been proven safe, effective, cost effective and consistent
with government standards on medical practice;

(c) To develop and coordinate skills training courses for various forms of traditional and
alternative health care modalities;

(d) To formulate standards, guidelines and codes of ethical practice appropriate for the
practice of traditional and alternative health care as well as in the manufacture, quality
control and marketing of different traditional and alternative health care materials, natural
and organic products, for approval and adoption by the appropriate government agencies;

(e) To formulate policies for the protection of indigenous and natural health resources
and technology from unwarranted exploitation, for approval and adoption by the
appropriate government agencies;

(f) To formulate policies to strengthen the role of traditional and alternative health care
delivery system; and

(g) To promote traditional and alternative health care in international and national
conventions, seminars and meetings in coordination with the Department of Tourism,
Duty Free Philippines, Incorporated, Philippine Convention and Visitors Corporation and
other tourism-related agencies as well as non-government organizations and local
government units.

ARTICLE II
DEFINITION OF TERMS

Section 4. Definition of Terms. - As used in this Act, the following terms shall mean:

(a) "Traditional and alternative health care" - the sum total of knowledge, skills and
practices on health care, other than those embodied in biomedicine, used in the
prevention, diagnosis and elimination of physical or mental disorder.

(b) "Traditional medicine" - the sum total of knowledge, skills, and practice on health
care, not necessarily explicable in the context of modern, scientific philosophical
framework, but recognized by the people to help maintain and improve their health
towards the wholeness of their being, the community and society, and their interrelations
based on culture, history, heritage, and consciousness.
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(c) "Biomedicine" - that discipline of medical care advocating therapy with remedies that
produce effects differing from those of the diseases treated. It is also called
"allopathy","western medicine", "orthodox medicine", or "cosmopolitan medicine".

(d) "Alternative health care modalities" – other forms of non-allopathic, occasionally

non-indigenous or imported healing methods, though not necessarily practiced for
centuries nor handed down from one generation to another. Some alternative health care
modalities include reflexology, acupressure, chiropractics, nutritional therapy, and other
similar methods.

(e) "Herbal medicines" - finished, labelled, medicinal products that contain as active
ingredient/s serial or underground part/s of plant or other materials or combination
thereof, whether in the crude state or as plant preparations.

Plant material includes juices, gums, fatty oils, essential oils, and other substances of this
nature. Herbal medicines, however, may contain excipients in addition to the active
ingredient(s). Medicines containing plant material(s) combined with chemically-defined
active substances, including chemically-defined, isolated constituents of plants, are not
considered to be herbal medicines.

(f) "Natural product" - those foods that grow spontaneously in nature whether or not they
are tended by man. It also refers to foods that have been prepared from grains, vegetables,
fruits, nuts, meats, fish, eggs, honey, raw milk, and the like, without the use or addition of
additives, preservatives, artificial colors and flavors, or manufactured chemicals of any
sort after harvest or slaughter.

(g) "Manufacture" - any and all operations involved in the production, including
preparation, propagation, processing, formulating, filling, packing, repacking, altering,
ornamenting, finishing, or otherwise changing the container, wrapper, or labelling of a
consumer product in the furtherance of the distribution of the same from the original
place of manufacture to the person who makes the final delivery or sale to the ultimate
consumer.

(h) "Traditional healers" - the relatively old, highly respected people with a profound
knowledge of traditional remedies.

(i) "Intellectual property rights" - is the legal basis by which the indigenous communities
exercise their rights to have access to, protect, control over their cultural knowledge and
product, including, but not limited to, traditional medicines, and includes the right to
receive compensation for it.
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ARTICLE III
THE PHILIPPINE INSTITUTE OF TRADITIONAL AND ALTERNATIVE HEALTH CARE

Section 5. Philippine Institute of Traditional and Alternative Health Care. - There is hereby
established a body corporate to be known as the Philippine Institute of Traditional and
Alternative Health Care, hereinafter referred to as the Institute. The Institute shall be attached to
the Department of Health. Its principal flag office shall be in Metro Manila, but it may establish
other branches or offices elsewhere in the Philippines as may be necessary or proper for the
accomplishment of its purposes and objectives.

Section 6. Powers and Functions. - In furtherance of its purposes and objectives, the Institute
shall have the following powers and functions:

(a) To plan and carry out research and development activities in the areas of traditional
and alternative health care and its ultimate integration into the national health care
delivery system;

(b) To verify, package and transfer economically viable technologies in the field of
traditional and alternative health care, giving emphasis on the social engineering aspects
necessary for group endeavor;

(c) To provide the data base or policy formulation that will stimulate and sustain
production, marketing and consumption of traditional and alternative health care
products;

(d) To organize and develop continuing training programs for physicians, nurses,
pharmacists, physical therapists, and other professional health workers and students, as
well as scientists, research managers and extension workers in the field of traditional and
alternative health care;

(e) To formulate policies that would create public awareness through educational
activities, conventions, seminars, conferences, and the like by focusing on the promotion
of healthy living for preventing diseases, thereby uplifting the health care industry;

(f) To acquire or obtain from any governmental authority whether national or local,
foreign or domestic, or from any person, corporation, partnership, association or other
entity, such charters, franchises, licenses, rights, privileges, assistance, financial or
otherwise, and concessions as are conducive to and necessary or proper for the attainment
of its purposes and objectives;
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(g) To receive and acquire from any person and/or government and private entities,
whether foreign or domestic, grants, donations and contributions consisting of such
properties, real or personal, including funds and valuable effects or things, as may be
useful, necessary or

proper to carry out its purposes and objectives and administer the same in accordance
with the terms of such grants, donations and contributions, consistent with its purposes
and objectives;

(h) To serve as the coordinating center of a national network of traditional and alternative
health care stations located in the different regions of the country;

(i) To formulate a code of ethics and standards for the practice of traditional and
alternative health care modalities for approval and adoption by the appropriate
professional and government agencies;

(j) To formulate standards and guidelines for the manufacture, marketing and quality
control of different traditional and alternative health care materials and products for
approval and adoption by the Bureau of Food and Drugs;

(k) To coordinate with other institutions and agencies involved in the research on herbal
medicines;

(1) To adopt and use a corporate seal;

(m) To sue and be sued in its corporate name;

(n) To succeed by its corporate name;

(o) To adopt its bylaws and promulgate such rules and regulations as may be necessary or
proper to implement this Act, and to amend or repeal the same from time to time;

(p) To enter into, make and execute contracts and agreements of any kind or nature;

(q) To borrow, raise or obtain funds, or to enter into any financial or credit arrangement
in order to support or carry out its research programs, finance its capital and operating
expenses, subject to pertinent laws governing public debts and expenditure;

(r) To invest in, purchase or otherwise acquire, own, hold, use, mortgage, pledge,
encumber, sell, assign, convey, exchange, or otherwise deal in real and/or personal
properties of whatever kind and nature, or any interest therein, including shares of stock,
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bonds, notes, securities and other evidences of indebtedness of natural or juridical

persons, whether domestic or foreign and whether government or private;

(s) To exercise all the powers of a corporation under the General Corporation Law,
insofar as such powers are not in violation of the provisions of this Act; and

(t) To exercise such other powers and functions, and perform other acts as may be
necessary, proper or incidental to the attainment of its purposes and objectives.

Section 7. Board of Trustees. - The corporate powers of the Institute shall be exercised, and all
its business, activities and properties shall be controlled by a Board of Trustees, hereinafter
referred to as the Board.

(a) Composition. - The Board shall be composed of the following:

Secretary of Health - ex-officio chairman

Permanent representatives of the following government offices:

Department of Science and Technology;

Department of Environment and Natural Resources;

Department of Agriculture;

Department of Education, Culture and Sports; and

Commission on Higher Education.

Representatives of the following industries/sectors:

One (1) physician who is engaged in the practice of traditional and alternative
health care;

One (1) member from a duly recognized academe/research institution engaged in

traditional and alternative health care research;

One (1) traditional and alternative health care practitioner who is not a physician;

One (1) biomedical/allopathietwestem medical practitioner preferably from the

Philippine Medical Association;
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One (1) member from the natural food industry and/or organic food industry; and

One (1) member from an environmental sector organization,

The six (6) members representing the abovementioned sectors/industries shall be

appointed by the President of the Philippines upon recommendation of the
Secretary of Health.

Of the appointive members, two (2) members shall have a term of three (3) years;
the second two (2) members shall have a term of three (3) years; and, the third
two (2) members shall each have a term of one (1) year.

Any member appointed to a vacancy shall serve only for the unexpired term of the
member whom he/she succeeded.

(b) Meetings and quorum. - The Board shall meet regularly at least once a month or as
often as the exigencies of the service demand. The presence of at least six (6) members
shall constitute a quorum, and the majority vote of the members present, there being a
quorum, shall be necessary for the adoption of any resolution, decision, or any other act
of the Board.

(c) Allowances and per diems. - The members of the Board shall receive a per them for
every meeting actually attended subject to the pertinent budgetary laws, rules and
regulations on compensation, honoraria and allowances.

Section 8. Powers and Functions of the Board. - The Board shall exercise the following powers
and functions:

(a) To define and approve the programs, plans, policies, procedures and guidelines for the
Institute in accordance with its purposes and objectives, and to control the management,
operation and administration of the Institute;

(b) To approve the Institute's organizational structure, staffing pattern, operating and
capital expenditure, and financial budgets prepared in accordance with the corporate plan
of the Institute;

(c) To approve salary ranges, benefits and privileges, bonuses and other terms and
conditions of service for all officers and employees of the Institute, upon
recommendation of the Director General and consistent with the salary standardization
and other laws;
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(d) To appoint, transfer, promote, suspend, remove or otherwise discipline any

subordinate officer or employee of the Institute, upon recommendation of the Director
General;

(e) To create such committee or committees and appoint the members thereof, as may be
necessary or proper for the management of the Institute or the attainment of its purposes
and objectives;

(f) To determine the research priorities of the Institute consistent with the framework of
its purposes and objectives and in coordination with other government agencies; and

(g) To exercise such other powers and functions and perform such other acts as may be
necessary or proper for the attainment of the purposes and objectives of the Institute, or
as may be delegated by the Secretary of Health.

Section 9. Director General and Other Officers. - The Institute shall be headed by a Director
General who shall be appointed by the President of the Philippines upon recommendation of the
Secretary of Health. The Director General shall have a term of six (6) years.

The Director General shall be assisted by such Deputy Director General(s) and program
managers/coordinators as the Board may determine to carry out the purposes and objectives of
this Act.

Section 10. Powers, Functions and Duties of the Director General. - The Director General shall
have the following powers, functions and duties:

(a) To exercise overall supervision and direction over the implementation of all research
and development programs of the Institute, and to supervise and direct the management,
operation and administration of the Institute;

(b) To execute contracts, including the deeds that may incur obligations, acquire and
dispose of assets and deliver documents on behalf of the Institute, within the limits of
authority delegated to him by the Board;

(c) To implement and enforce policies, decisions, orders, rules and regulations adopted
by the Board;

(d) To submit to the Board an annual report of the Institute;

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(e) To submit to the Board an annual budget and such supplemental budget as may be
necessary for its consideration and approval; and

(f) To exercise such other powers and functions and perform such other duties as may be
authorized by the Board.

Section 11. Government Agency Support and Coordination. - The Institute may, for the purpose
of its research and development activities, obtain and secure the services of scholars, scientists
and technical personnel of any unit of the Department of Health and other agencies of the
Philippine Government. Such personnel may be paid honoraria as may be fixed and authorized
by the Board following the usual government rules and regulations governing honoraria and
allowances. The Institute shall also assist, cooperate and coordinate with other government
agencies, such as the Bureau of Food and Drugs of the Department of Health and the Philippine
Council for Health Research and Development of the Department of Science and Technology for
the implementation of the purposes and objectives of this Act.

ARTICLE IV
PROMOTION OF TRADITIONAL AND ALTERNATIVE HEALTH CARE

Section 12. Traditional and Alternative Health Care Advocacy and Research Program. - The
Institute shall promulgate a nationwide campaign to boost support for the realization of the
objectives of this Act. It shall encourage the participation of non-government organizations in
traditional and alternative health care and health-related projects. The Institute shall also
formulate and implement a research program on the indigenous Philippine traditional health care
practices performed by "traditional healers" using scientific research methodologies.

Section 13. Standards for the Manufacture, Marketing and Quality Control of Traditional
Medicine. - The Institute, in collaboration with the Bureau of Food and Drugs, shall formulate
standards and guidelines for the manufacture, quality control and marketing of different
traditional and alternative health care materials and products.

Section 14. Incentives for the Manufacturers of Traditional and Alternative Health Care
Products. - Manufacturers of traditional and alternative health care products like herbal
medicinal plants shall enjoy such exemptions, deductions and other tax incentives as may be
provided for under the Omnibus Investment Code, as amended.

Section 15. Traditional and Alternative Health Care Development Fund. - To implement the
provisions of this Act, there is hereby created a Traditional and Alternative Health Care
Development Fund which shall be used exclusively for the programs and projects of the Institute,
in the amount of Fifty million pesos (P50,000,000,00) for the first year, Seventy-five million
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pesos (P75,000,000.00) for the second year, and One hundred million pesos (P100,000,000.00)
for the third year from the earnings of Duty Free Philippines: Provided, That not more than
fifteen percent (15%) of said fund shall be used for administrative costs of the Institute.

Thereafter, such amount as may be necessary to fund the continued implementation of this Act
shall be included in the annual General Appropriations Act.

ARTICLE V
TRANSITORY PROVISIONS

Section 16. Appointment of Board Members. - Within thirty (30) days from the date of
effectivity of this Act, the President of the Philippines shall appoint the members of the Board as
well as the Director General and Deputy Director General(s).

Section 17. Transfer of Functions of the Traditional Medivine Unit. - Upon the establishment of
the Institute, the functions, personnel and assets of the Traditional Medicine Unit and all the
pharmaceutical and herbal processing plants of the Department of Health shall be transferred to
the Institute without need of conveyance, transfer of assignment.

For the year, during which this Act was approved, the unexpended portion of the budget of the
offices, agencies and units merged shall be utilized for establishing the Institute and initiating its
operations, including the formulation of the rules and regulations necessary for the
implementation of this Act.

Incumbent officials and employees of the affected offices shall continue to exercise their
respective functions, duties and responsibilities with the corresponding benefits and privileges.
To the greatest extent possible and in accordance with existing laws, all employees of the
affected offices, agencies and units shall be absorbed by the Institute.

ARTICLE VI
MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS

Section 18. Oversight Function. - The Institute shall submit to Congress an annual

accomplishment report which shall include the status of its priority researches and operation. In
the exercise of its oversight functions, Congress may inquire into the programs of the Institute.

Section 19. Implementing Rules and Regulations. - Within thirty (30) days from the completion
of their appointments, the Board shall convene and, in collaboration with the Department of
Health - Traditional Medicine Unit, formulate the rules and regulations necessary for the
implementation of this Act. Said rules and regulations shall be issued within one hundred eighty
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(180) days from the date of the Board's initial meeting and shall take effect upon publication in a
newspaper of general circulation.

Section 20. Repealing Clause. - All laws, decrees, executive orders, and other laws including
their implementing rules and regulations inconsistent with the provisions of this Act are hereby
amended, repealed or modified accordingly.

Section 21. Separability Clause. - If any provision of this Act is declared unconstitutional or

invalid, other provisions thereof which are not affected thereby shall continue in full force and
effect.

Section 22. Effectivity. - This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days following its publication in
the Official Gazette or in at least two (2) newspapers of general circulation.

Approved: December 9, 1997

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development programs in the pharmaceutical industry. Hibiscus rosa sinensis has been used for
the treatment of

a variety of diseases. It is an easily available plant for natural remedies and for some
pharmacological activities (studylib.net, 2012).

Related Studies

Dr. Tori Hudson, Naturopathic Physician, did a review of Hibiscus sabdariffa. In Iran, it
is typically known as sour tea. In English-speaking countries, it is called Red Sorrel. Originally
from Angola, it is now cultivated throughout tropical and subtropical regions, especially from
Sudan, Egypt, Thailand, Mexico and China. Scientific interest in Hibiscus has grown in the last
several years with a small burst of published research studies, especially in the area of
dyslipidemia and hypertension. Over twenty years ago, water extracts of hibiscus flowers were
reported to have a relaxation effect on the uterus and to lower the blood pressure. Studies in both
animal and human models have demonstrated that extracts or infusions affect atherosclerosis
mechanisms, blood sugar, lipids and blood pressure (todaysdietitian.com,2010).

International Journal of Recent Trends in Science and Technology, Functional group (s)
associated with phytochemical compounds are primarily understood from FTIR spectroscopy.
The presence of functional groups in medicinally used plant part extracts of Hibiscus rosa–
sinensis revealed 8 number of peak values for water extract; 17 numbers for Ethanol extract; 16
numbers for Methanol and 13 numbers for Petroleum ether extracts respectively. The FT-IR
study further indicates the presence of phosphorous and sulphur functions associated with flower
and leaf extracts in hot Ethanol and Methanol. Use of Japā/Javākusum (Hibiscus rosa–sinensis)
is found in Sanskrit medical text of Mādhava Cikitsā for treatment to hair disorders. The present
study highlights the use and efficacy of Hibiscus in Sanskrit medical texts due to the presence of
such functional groups and functions. The nature of therapeutic action of Hibiscus as understood
from its chemical properties could be a novel approach in developing safer and cost effective
Ayurvedic products to deal with hair (scholar.google.com,2018).
Disorders
Katarzyna Pytkowska, Stanisław Kruś, Jacek Arct. In comparison to oxidative hair dyes
available on the market, intensity and durability of the colour obtained with natural vegetable
dyes are much lower. It results from the fact that plant dyes have quite large molecules so they
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can't penetrate through the hair cuticle what is essential to obtain the long-lasting dyeing effect.
They are adsorbed on the cuticle surface where they are easily removing from, so they have
direct-like or semipermanent action. However vegetable dyes exist, like lawsone or juglone
which have the ability to react with the keratin of the hair, in the result of what a much durable
colour is obtained (scholar.google.com).

Chapter III
METHODS OF RESEARCH AND PROCEDURE

This chapter consists of the following subtopics:

I. Methods of Research
The experimental methods of Research was used in this study. Because two sets
of subjects (experimental and control) was compared in terms of the product’s
performance.

II. Respondents of the Study

In this experimental study,
Teens, adults and people that have problems in hairs were selected to take part in the said
experiment process. Gumamela flower (Hibiscus) was used as hair polish as the control group
because they didn’t receive any hair treatment. The acceptability and effectiveness served as the
experimental group and received the same amount of treatment.

III. Sampling Techniques

Simple random sampling is employed in this Research. The Researchers used survey
questions on their subjects and respondents. Both groups are compared statistically.

IV. Sources of Data

The data was taken from the results of the study conducted by the Researchers, other data
from the internet.
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V. Statistical Method
To explain the gathered data, the Researchers used the two-group design to determine the
performance of the product.

Chapter IV

PRESENTATION, ANALYSIS, INTERPRETATION OF DATA

This chapter includes information about the outcome and result of the study, and analysis
and interpretation of data collected with the use of statistical measures. The presentation includes
a narrative discussion and the results and implications of the data gathered which were illustrated
in tabular form.

Effectivity and significance served as the manipulated variable and the use of Gumamela
flower as hair polish served as the independent variable.

To determine whether the study id significant or not, the researchers used weighted mean as their
statistical tool for data processing.

Formula for mean:

Sum of all data points
=
Number of data points

To evaluate the results, the researchers used following scale:

1- Not Effective
2- Slightly Effective
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3- Effective
4- Very Effective
5- Very much Effective

Data Table 4.1

Effectivity of Gumamela flower as Hair Polish
Respondents Mean Remarks
1 3 Effective
2 4 Very effective
3 3 Effective
4 4 Very effective
5 4 Very effective
Total: 5 3.6 Very effective
The researcher’s product is very effective.

To evaluate the results, the researchers used following scale:

1- Yes
2- No

Data Table 4.2

Effectivity of Gumamela flower as Hair Polish
Respondents Mean Remarks
1 1 Yes
2 1 Yes
3 1 Yes
4 1 Yes
5 1 Yes
Total: 5 1 Yes
The researcher’s product is effective and makes the hair silky.

To evaluate the results, the researchers used following scale:

1- Good
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2- Bad

Data Table 4.3

Quality of Gumamela as Hair Polish
Respondents Mean Remarks
1 1 Good
2 1 Good
3 1 Good
4 1 Good
5 1 Good
Total: 5 1 Good
The effect of researcher’s product is good.

To evaluate the results, the researchers used following scale:

1- Organic product
2- Commercial product

Data Table 4.4

Significant difference between the researcher’s product and the commercially available one.
Respondents Mean Remarks
1 1.33 Organic product
2 1 Organic product
3 1 Organic product
4 1 Organic product
5 1 Organic product
Total: 5 1 Organic product
The organic product is more effective and has less chemical than the commercial one.
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Chapter V
SUMMARY OF RESULTS, CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATION

This chapter includes the Summary of Results, Conclusion and Recommendation to

Future Researchers

Summary of Results
1. The Researcher’s product will last for 1-2 weeks.
2. The use of Gumamela flower as Hair polish is very effective.
3. There is a significant difference in using Gumamela flower as Hair polish and a
Commercial Hair polish. The Gumamela flower are rich in hydrocynamic acid,
flavonoids, karmpferol glycosides, catechins, dihydrochalcones, and anthocyanins.

Conclusion
The Researcher’s therefor conclude the following:

1. The Researcher’s product will last long, thus the null hypothesis rejected.
2. The use of Gumamela flower as Hair polish is very effective, thus the null hypothesis is
rejected.
3. There is a significant difference in using Gumamela flower as Hair polish and a
Commercial Hair polish, thus the null hypothesis is rejected.

Recommendation
Researcher’s recommend the following for the future researcher’s

1. Improve the appearance of the product, make it more presentable.

2. Add more scent to the product.
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3. Improve the quality of the product.

4. Improve the preservation of the researcher’s product.
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References

Birdie.com
Haircolorist.com
Healthline.com
Lawphil.net
Scholar.google.com
Studylib.net
Todaysdietitian.com
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Curriculum Vitea

Name: Ciana Yzea V. Francisco

Age: 15
Birthday: November 23, 2007
Occupation: Student
School: Occidental Mindoro National High School
Birthplace: Mamburao, Occidental mindoro
Contact number: 09163331413
Email address: cianafrancisco1123@gmail.com
Honors/awards received: S.Y. 2019-2020 With Honors
District SPC Radio broadcasting English- Champion
Division SPC Radio broadcasting English-
Champion/Best News Presenter
Regional SPC Radio Broadcasting English- 3rd Placer
District Science Quizbee- 2nd Placer
S.Y. 2020-2021 With High Honors
S.Y. 2021-2022 With High Honors
Membership/organization: Science Club
MFC Youth

Name: Christian Andrew D. Tubiera

Age: 16
Birthday: December 01, 2006
Occupation: Student
School: Occidental Mindoro National High School
Birthplace: Mamburao, Occidental mindoro
Contact number: 09957442193
Email address: andrewtubiera06@gmail.com
Honors/awards received: S.Y. 2019-2020 With Honors
Best in Social Science
Best in Science
District Science Quiz bee – 1st placer
Division Science Quiz bee - 4th placer
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District AP Quiz bee - 1st placer

Division AP Quiz bee - 3rd placer
District Math Overall - 3RD PLACER
District Math Camp ORAL – 2nd placer
District Math Camp Written - 3rd placer
Division Math camp oral - 6th placer
District MTAP - 5th placer
District MTAP team category - 2nd placer
Division MTAP – qualifier
District SPC Collab Filipino-1st placer
Division SPC Collab Filipino- 4th placer
S.Y 2020-2021 With High Honors
S.Y 2021-2022 With High Honors
Membership/organization: Math Club
Knights of the Altar

Name: Kristel Mae F. Utanes

Age: 15
Birthday: May 10, 2007
Occupation: Student
School: Occidental Mindoro National High School
Birthplace: Mamburao, Occidental mindoro
Contact number: 09773583721
Email address: kristelmaefutanes@gmail.com
Honors/awards received: S.Y 2019-2020 With honors
Science Word Factory District Level- 1st placer
Science Word Factory Division Level- 3rd placer
District SPC Sci-Tech Feature Writing - 2nd placer
Division SPC Sci-Tech Feature Writing – participant
S.Y 2020-2021 With High Honors
S.Y 2021-2022 With High Honors
Membership/organization: English Club