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An Investigative Research
Presented to the faculty of the
Sanchez Mira National High School
Sanchez Mira, Cagayan
Einstein L. Camarao
Crystel Aubrey A. Padirayon
Mike Daniel M. Salem
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
First and foremost, praises and thanks to God, the Almighty, for His
showers of blessings throughout the research work for us to complete the research.
Further, the researchers would like to express their warmest and heartfelt
gratitude to these people who shared their knowledge, insights and support for the
Ronald B. Gapusan PhD. the School Principal, for giving the researchers the
chance to do this research and for providing invaluable guidance throughout this
research.
Aldrin Grageda Teacher-II, Research Teacher, for sharing his precious time and
knowledge, pushing, and encouragement which greatly helped the researchers to improve
this study.
Maribel C. Camarao Teacher-III, the Research Adviser, for her positive criticism
and helpful guidance to the researchers from the start and until the end of the study.
Darwin M. Salvador Special Science Teacher-I, the Research Teacher, for his
The researchers supportive and beloved parents, Mr. and Mrs. Reynald L.
Padirayon, Ms. Maribel Camarao and Mr. and Mrs. Michael A. Salem who provided
material and financial support, the researchers friends and classmates who joined and
struggled the journey with them - without them, this study would not have been a success
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DEDICATION
…. to our siblings
To YOU all,
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT i
DEDICATION ii
Introduction I
Conceptual Framework VI
Definition of Terms VI
Summary XX
Conclusion XXI
Recommendations XXI
REFERENCES XXII
APPENDICES XXIII
CHAPTER I
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INTRODUCTION
In reality, people start their day by taking a bath and also end the day by taking
another bath before going to sleep. We all know that taking a bath is a daily routine that
keeps the body hygienic and feel comfortable in doing one’s responsibilities. The
researchers discovered that the katmon and ampalaya extracts have the potential to be
made into soap, by using these ingredients, the researchers formulated a unique soap that
is beneficial to the skin of a person. Using organic soap is healthier than using
commercialized soap. The field of soap production using fruit and vegetables is widely
Soaps both liquids and bars, when manufactured, has lye (sodium hydroxide for
solid bars and potassium hydroxide for liquid soaps) as a component. Lye composes 10%
of the total formulation of every soap to completely saponify all the oils and butter,
leaving at least no residual unreacted lye. If we apply the equation provided by the United
States Department of Agriculture National Organic Program (USDA NOP), and because
we must count lye as one non-organic yet accepted ingredient, the count of organic
ingredients goes down to 90% - never more than that, but most of the time much less than
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that. So even if all the rest of the ingredients in a particular soap formula are certified
organic, the actual final product won’t ever have the minimum required percentage (95%)
2014).
Nevertheless, some brands are still claiming their soaps are Certified Organic
(such as the papaya soap, malunggay soap, and cucumber soap). In-demand soap
companies even claim their soaps to contain 97.7% of organic ingredients, as found out
by a competitor, to lure consumers into believing their products are even better than those
made by the rest of those who like to play by the rules (Valenti, 2014).
Organic products are not organic as to how they are processed and made.
Therefore, there is no such thing as “organic soap”. The increasing use of in-demand
cosmetic products like soap. Some brands try to minimize the use of these chemicals to
reach at least 90% organic but it will lessen the suitability of the product as a soap.
Philippines, common in forests at low and medium altitudes of Babuyan Islands, Luzon,
Polillo, Mindoro, Masbate, Leyte, Negros, Guimaras, Cebu, and Basilan (DA, 2010). The
height of a katmon reaches 6 to 15 meters. It haa smooth bark and the leathery, shiny,
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rounded leaves at the base and have about 12 to 15 centimeters long. It has white flowers
15 centimeters in diameter while it also contains a soft, fleshy, green, and edible pulpy
fruit with a flavor somewhat like that of a green sour apple (Quisumbing, 2012). Several
parts of the tree including the fruits, leaves, bark and flowers have been frequently used
in traditional medicine (BPI, 2010). In some areas in the country, the acidic juice of the
fruit is used for the treatment of cough and for making sauces and jams as well as for
flavoring fish and the fruit as vegetables. Decoction of the leaves is usually administered
to treat headaches, fever, and dysentery. The juice of the flowers of the katmon is
sometimes used as hair cleanser while the bark of the tree has a laxative effect and anti-
inflammatory activity (BPI, 2010). The katmon fruit is a good source of phytonutrients
bitter melon, bitter squash, and bitter pear is a widely cultivated bitter tasting plant all
around the globe. It is a specie of a tropical and subtropical vine from the family
Cucurbitaceae commonly grown in Asia, Africa, and the Caribbean for its edible fruit. It
commonly just differs in terms of shape and bitterness of the fruit. This herbaceous vine
grows up to 5 meters in length. The ampalaya fruit possesses a distinct warty, oblong and
surrounding a central seed cavity filled with large, flat seeds. The fruit is most often eaten
green, or as it is beginning to turn yellow. At this stage, the fruit's flesh is crunchy and
watery in texture, similar to cucumber, chayote or green bell pepper, but bitter. The skin
is tender and edible. Seeds and pith appear white in unripe fruits; they are not intensely
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bitter and can be removed before cooking. As the fruit ripens, the flesh becomes tougher,
With the use of katmon and ampalaya fruit as prime ingredients in making a
beauty soap, this study could have a possible solution for future generations to have
alternative ways on soap production to provide adequate supplies for the increasing
demand of soap production. The researchers conducted a study concerning about their
Generally, the study evaluated and formulated the katmon and ampalaya extracts
as a beauty soap.
Specifically, this study found out the potential effects of the soap in terms of:
A. Fragrance
B. Appearance
C. Skin Reaction
a. Whitening
b. Moisturizer
This study has a solution for future generations to have alternative ways on soap
production to provide adequate supplies for its increasing demand. The use of katmon
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and ampalaya fruit extracts could be formulated to produce a better soap product with
phytonutrients and other nutrients, namely the betulinic acid, betulin and myricetin with
86% moisture and 3.0% water extract from katmon that keeps the skin hydrated, while
vitamin A, vitamin C and protein, is present in ampalaya that whitens the skin. This type
of product will help those in areas with katmon trees and ampalaya plants to maximize
their self-sustained resources and help in the production of this soap product.
Community. They could have a new effective soap for their skin, for they can now
afford the soap that the researchers will make which is cheaper and more effective.
Katmon ang Ampalaya Farm Owners. They can apply the methods and bits of
This study focused on the formulation of soap with the use of katmon and
ampalaya fruit extracts and also on the evaluation of the fragrance, appearance and skin
reaction of the product. This study is conducted at Sanchez Mira National High School
on January 2022.
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Conceptual Framework
Katmon
(Dillenia
philippinesis) 1. Extraction Katmon
2. Combining
and
3. Observation
Ampalaya
Ampalaya 4. Computation
soap
(Momordica
charantia)
Figure 1. Katmon and Ampalaya extract as anti-aging and rejuvenating organic soap.
Definition of Terms
to as bitter melon or bitter gourd. Its fruit is used in both food preparation and alternative
medicines. The juice, seeds and oil extract of the not ripened fruit are thought to hold
medicinal qualities due to the high concentration of vitamins, minerals and alkaloids.
garden enthusiasts. It is endemic to the Philippines and can be used for urban greening.
School.
study.
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CHAPTER II
VII
REVIEW OF THE RELATED LITERATURE AND STUDIES
Katmon, also known as Elephant Apple, has the scientific name of Dillenia
height, with a few wide-spreading branches. Leaves are alternate, mostly terminal,
curving outward, with toothed margins, and beautifully ribbed, with 30 to 40 pairs of side
veins. Its flowers are very large, 15 to 20 centimeters across, solitary at the ends of the
twigs, and are facing downward. Its sepals are rounded and yellowish green, while the
petals are white, free, obovate, and 5 to 7.5 centimeters wide. Its fruit, which is made of
ripened carpels and enclosed by greatly enlarged and thickened imbricating sepals, is
green hard, and tough. Seeds are numerous and compressed, with a hairy margin. It is
very watery, 86.4% water, with 10% insoluble matter, and very little of that is nutritious
(Stuart n.d.).
Calyces of the fresh ripe fruit yields: moisture - 86.40%, alcoholic extract - 3.0 %,
water extract - 0.37%, and insolubles - 10.23%. Itsphytochemical screening has yielded
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lupeol group of triterpene-like betulinic acid and betulin, and flavonol such as myricetin
(Stuart, n.d.).
Ampalaya has many names around the world. Here in the Philippines, it is called
ampalaya while in other countries like U.S.A, China, India, and Japan; it is respectively
called bitter gourd and balsam pear, fukwa, kerela, and nigai uri. Ampalayas are
considered a cucurbit because they are a gourd family member. The gourd family is
commonly climbing vines, herbs, and rarely, shrubs or trees. Ampalayas are particularly
found in Asian countries because they normally grow in hot humid areas but it is only
cropped once a year. Ampalaya contains Vitamin A 9%, Thiamine 2%, Riboflavin 2%,
Niacin 2%, Vitamin B5 2%, Vitamin B6 2%, Vitamin C 130%, Folate 17%, Calcium 2%,
Iron 2%, Magnesium 4%, Phosphorus 3%, Copper 2%, and Zinc 5%. There are various
macronutrients and benefits that can be obtained from ampalaya. That is why W. G.
Goreja considers ampalaya as one of the best medicines around the globe according to his
Bitter Melon: Nature’s Anti-Diabetic book because it is the best alternative herbal
medicine that cures diabetes. Others claim it can also treat liver problems and HIV. Here
in the Philippines, there are many dishes that include ampalaya, one of the famous
examples is Pinakbet from Ilocos Norte. (Alfajora, McNaughton & Gatcho, 2013).
plant-based nutrients. Antioxidants block some of the damage caused by free radicals and
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substances that damage DNA. The build-up of free radicals over time may contribute to
the aging process and the development of health conditions such as cancer, heart disease,
and arthritis. Vitamin C is an antioxidant that can cure damaged skin cells and can
Handcrafted soaps are manufactured locally in small batches with the personal
oversight and care of the soap maker. Handcrafted soap makers use high-quality
ingredients and are able to add specialty oils and additives to personalize their
formulations. Natural soap is made from a chemical reaction between water, lye (also
known as sodium hydroxide), and fats and oils. These fats and oils are turned into soap
and glycerin by a chemical process called saponification. This process, when completed
properly, leaves one with pure soap, glycerin, and some residue from the natural
ingredients. Glycerin is the key byproduct which attracts and retains moisture on the skin.
Most commercial soap manufacturers remove the glycerin from the soap then create other
more expensive products such as skin moisturizers, pharmaceutical, cosmetics, and other
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Fruit extracts are praised for powerful anti-aging and rejuvenating properties,
making them enormously popular among natural cosmetic makers and cosmetic house
giants. Fruits contain naturally occurring Alpha Hydroxy Acids that are powerful
antioxidants. When applied to the skin, they are believed to revitalize the skin by
dissolving dead cells from the skin’s surface while retaining skin moisture. In addition,
fruit extracts are also abundant in various vitamins and minerals as they are absorbed by
the skin when added to skin-care products. These constituents are reputed to improve the
appearance of the skin, minimize imperfections, and promote vibrant and luminous-
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CHAPTER III
METHODOLOGY
Research Design
An experimental research was used on this study. The purpose of this experiment
was to study the effectiveness of the Katmon and Ampalaya extracts as a beauty soap in
The study in general was conducted at the Researcher’s residence in San Andres,
Sanchez Mira. The respondents of the study were the Senior High School of Sanchez
Mira National High School: The School was located at Magacan, Sanchez Mira Cagayan.
The researchers used the descriptive-survey in the conduct of the study. The
students of Senior High School will be the respondents of the study. The simple random
sampling technique was used to select the needed respondents. There are 16 respondents,
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Research Instruments
The materials needed in collecting the data for the fragrance and appearance of
the product were the 3-point Likert scale rating sheet. Each rating sheet was distributed to
The researchers collected katmon and ampalaya fruites from Brgy. San Andres.
The katmon and ampalaya were washed and peeled. The katmon and ampalaya was sifted
and filtered. The extracted juice was combined and stirred until the desirable consistency
was reached. Lastly, it is placed in a soap molder as it dries and cut into preferred size.
Katmon and Ampalaya soaps were given to the respondents. They used the soap
as their daily facial soap within 3-5 days and observe the changes. Afterward, a 3-point
Likert scale was given to the respondents. The questionnaire consists of two parts Part
One (1) consists of a 3 – point Linkert scale dealing with the therapeutical and
appearance of the soap. Part Two (2) consists of a 3 – point Linkert scale dealing with the
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Treatment of Data
For the researchers to present and summarize the data by the objectives set in the
sodium hydroxide, coconut oil, lavender oil, and glycerin on the human skin, the
researcher calculated the frequency, weighted average, and rank of the fragrance,
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DISCUSSION OF FINDINGS
This chapter presents, shows and interprets all the data collected in the conducted
research. The data are presented using tabular presentations. The summary and
weighted mean and interpretation of the fragrance and appearance of the soap. In
fragrance, there were 1/16 or 6.25% who rated for weight 1 while there were 8/16 or 50%
who rated weight 2 while weight 3 got 7/16 or 43.75% rates. The total weighted
frequency for the fragrance is 38 and has a weighted mean of 2.375, therefore, fragrance
has an interpretation of Very Aromatic. It implies that the fragrance of the soap is very
aromatic and does not differ from any organic soap because of the lavender fragrance oil.
This table also shows the tabulated data for the appearance. In appearance, there
were 3/16 or 18.75% who rated for weight 1, there were 8/16 or 50% who rated weight 2
and 5/16 or 31.25% of the respondents rated weight 3. The total weighted frequency for
interpretation of the term appearance is Appealing. This means that the green and circle
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weighted mean and interpretation of the rates gathered for the terms whitening and
moisturizer or skin reaction of the soap. In whitening, there were 5/16 or 31.25% of the
group who rated weight 1 while there were 8/16 or 50% who rated for weight 2 and
weight 3 has 3/16 or 18.75% rates. The total weighted frequency is 30 and it got a
weighted mean of 1.875. Therefore, the interpretation is Whitening. This means that the
soap was moderately effective in terms of its whitening effect. This also means that the
Vitamin C drawn from the ampalaya extract was moderately effective in whitening the
skin.
Terms W F % WF WM Interpretation
1 5 31.25% 5
Whitening 2 8 50% 16
3 3 18.75% 9
Total 16 100% 30 1.875 Whitening
Table 1.3. Tabular Presentation of the Whitening Effect
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This table also shows the calculated data for the term moisturizer. In moisturizer,
there were 1/16 or 6.25% of the group who rated for weight 1. There were also 6/16 or
37.5% of the group who rated for weight 2 and finally weight 3 has 9/16 or 56.25% rates.
The total weighted frequency is 40 and it has a weighted mean of 2.5. Therefore, the
interpretation is Very Smooth. This means that the moisture drawn from the katmon
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This chapter shows the summary, outline and conclusion of the collected data and
Summary
This study informs the readers about the Dillenia philippinensis (Katmon) and
questionnaires are the main material used in collecting the data and information during
the conduct of the survey. This research was accomplished during the 2 nd semester of
S.Y. 2021 – 2022. The objective of this study was to evaluate and formulate the katmon
and ampalaya extracts as a beauty soap. Specifically, this study finds out the potential of
the soap in terms of fragrance, appearance and skin reaction. The respondents are the
students of Sanchez Mira National High School – Sanchez Mira,Cagayan. The study was
conducted to determine the effect of katmon and ampalaya extracts as a beauty soap in
Conclusions
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Based from the presented results and findings in the discussion of the study, the
The fragrance of the katmon and ampalaya beauty soap was remarkable but still
needs improvement. The soap appearance which is green and circle was also appealing
but the texture does not reach the satisfactory of some respondents. The katmon and
ampalaya beauty soap was a very good moisturizer and slightly a whitening agent.
Recommendations
In the light of above findings and in conclusion of the study, the researchers wish
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APPENDIX A
Rating Sheet
Verbal Interpretation 1 2 3
Fragrance
Appearance
Verbal Interpretation 1 2 3
Whitening
Moisturizer
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1 2 3
Washing the
Washing the Katmon Ampalaya Peeling the Katmon
4 5 6
2
5
2
Filtering and
Combining the juices Stirring and adding
Melting soap base and soap base lavender fragrance oil
10 11
0 0
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Pictorials
The respondents using the kamton and ampalaya soap during Day 1.
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Comparison of the respondents’ face before and after using the soap
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CURRICULUM VITAE
PERSONAL DATA
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
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CURRICULUM VITAE
PERSONAL DATA
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
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