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THE EFFECTIVENESS OF POMELO RIND USED AS SCARS AND SPOTS LIGHTENING

A Science Investigatory Project


Presented to
Ms. Janine B. Cadiz
Dominican College of Sta. Rosa

In Partial Fulfillment of the


Requirements for the Subject
Environmental Science 10

Presented by
Oida, Mary Dabren B.
Ortega, Phrancyl Jayrose L.
Papa, Bryant Vann Austin A.
Grade 10 – St. Dominic
April 10, 2021
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Table of Contents

Title Page
Acknowledgment…………………………………………………………………………..i
Abstract……………………………………………………………………………………ii

Chapter 1: Introduction and Its Background


Introduction and Background of the Study………………………………………………...1
Statement of the Problem………………………………………………………………….2
Formulation of the Hypothesis…………………………………………………………….2
Significance of the Study………………………………………………….……………….2
Scope and Limitations……………………………………………………………………..3
Definition of Terms………………………………………………………………………..3

Chapter 2: Review of Related Literature


Review of Related Literature………………………………………………………………5

Chapter 3: Methodology
Materials Needed…………………………………………..……………………………...7
Procedures…………………………………………………………………………………7

Chapter 4: Results and Discussion


Table 1 Keloid Scar……………………………………………………………….……....9
Table 2 Dark Spots…………………..……………………………………..…………….17
Table 3 Flat Scar..………………………………………………………………………...25

Chapter 5: Generalization and Recommendation


Conclusion.……………………………………………………………………………....33
Recommendation…………………………………………………………………….......34

Bibliography……………………………………………………………………………..35

Appendices
A. Product and Materials…...…………………………………………………………….37
B. Curriculum Vitae……………………………………………………………………...39
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

This research work would not have been completed if not for the selfless assistance and

support extended to the researchers by the amazing people around them who shared their

knowledge, expertise and constructive criticisms. With deepest sincerity, the researchers would like

to thank the following:

Ms. Janine B. Cadiz, the subject teacher, for her valuable suggestions, constructive

criticisms and unending guidance and support that led to the accomplishment of this study;

The Parents, for their help, effort and assistance in supporting the materials needed of this

study;

To those whose names were not mentioned but who greatly helped the researcher, thank

you so much.

Above all, Our Lord Jesus Christ, who made everything possible, for blessing her with

all the needed knowledge, wisdom, and enlightenment during the preparation until the completion

of this research. He is the Most Gracious and the Most Merciful.

For everyone’s trust, time, support and effort, the researchers are forever grateful.
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Abstract

Pomelo has lots of benefits and it took interest to the researchers if its rind can also benefit the
people. The purpose of this study is finding a natural ingredient that is effective to lighten the scars
and spots. The researchers tested and experimented its effectiveness so that everyone with scars or
spots will benefit to this study. In order to make this study possible, there is a question asked: Is
Pomelo Rind used as scars and spots lightening effective? The researchers have hypotheses; null
and alternative. The approach in this study is experimental. The experiment was conducted for 2
weeks on three types of scar with different time it was developed: keloid scar, dark spots, and flat
scar. All of the scars have lightened and encountered different effects throughout the time frame
for experimentation. It has been observed that the results can be affected due to how recent the scar
or spot is. The older the scar is, the less effectivity can be seen. The researchers recommend pomelo
rind can be a great alternative to commercial scar lighteners to reduce or remove scars and spots
naturally. It is recommended to apply the pomelo rind if the scar is still fresh. Results may also
vary of how old the scar is. It is also recommended to keep applying the process continuously for
better results. The status of the study is open, everyone can restudy this and also get different results.
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CHAPTER 1
Introduction and Its Background

Introduction and Background of the Study

Pomelo, scientifically termed Citrus maxima or Citrus grandis, is a large Asian citrus fruit

which is closely related to a grapefruit. Its shape is like a teardrop and has a green or yellow flesh

and a thick, pale rind. It can grow to the size of a cantaloupe or to a larger size. Pomelo is the largest

fruit of all the citrus varieties belonging to the Rutaceae family. It is commonly called as “suha”

in Filipino. This fruit provides vitamins and minerals like vitamin C, calcium, iron, zinc and

copper, and dietary fibers. Pomelo also contains amino acids and antioxidants. This fruit also offers

anti-ageing benefits because of spermidine. A pomelo rind can be used as a medical bandage for

wounds. It can also be used to suppress any redness and swelling that helps diminish acne and

pimples and lessen skin irritation.

Pomelo has proven a lot of health benefits. From boosting our immune system, to

maintaining our heart health; from relaxing muscle cramps, to fortifying bones; truly, pomelo works

wonders to our body. In this study, the researchers want to know if its rind can be used to lighten

scars. Pomelo is proven to have a lot of health benefits and it is an interesting matter if its rind can

be used for physiological cure for lightening scars. In conducting this study, the researchers will

know if pomelo rind is effective as scar and spot lightener. It will be beneficial especially that scars

and spots take a long time to fade. The researchers wanted to study this topic to help others in

dealing with their insecurities such as scars. This will be also a partial fulfilment to their subject.

More so, the researchers want to know the effectiveness of pomelo rind as a scar and spots lightener.
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Statement of the Problem

The researchers would like to address the specific question:


Is Pomelo Rind used as scars and spots lightening effective?

Formulation of the Hypothesis

In order to answer the question, the researchers formulated the following hypotheses:

Null:

Pomelo Rind used as scars and spots lightening is not effective.

Alternative:

Pomelo Rind used as scars and spots lightening is effective.

Significance of the Study

The significance of this study is finding the natural ingredient needed to lighten the scars

and spots. The researchers will test and experiment its effectiveness so that everyone with scars or

spots will benefit to this study.

Teachers. The teachers will have the advantage from this study since they can provide

more information that can help them in teaching their lessons especially about the health benefits

of a pomelo, specifically its rind used as scars and spots lightening.

Students. The students will benefit from this study, they could learn this knowledge and

information and can be used when its relevant to their current academic lesson. Also, as they go by

their puberty stage, they will learn a specific solution to lighten their scars and spots.
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Parents. The parents will benefit from this study the particular reason for this circumstance

is for their children. Whenever their child gets a scar or spot, parents could utilize this study to find

a cure for them.

Scope and Limitation

The researchers’ focus is the effectiveness of pomelo rind used as scars and spots lightening

that will be helpful in conducting and proving the study. The study will be conducted to every

researcher of the group inside their homes amidst pandemic. There will be influences that cannot

be controlled by the researchers like skin allergies or any allergic reactions that will be obtained

from the pomelo rind by the researchers. This study will be conducted for 2 weeks to see the

negative, positive, and possible results. The budget allotted for this study will be Php 100-500.

Definition of Terms

These are some vocabularies used in the study for deeper understanding:

1) Pomelo - A large pear-shaped citrus fruit differing from the closely related grapefruit

especially in its loose rind and often coarse dry pulp

2) Rind - A thick and firm outer coat or covering, as of certain fruits, cheese, and meats.

3) Scars – A mark remaining on the skin after injured tissue has healed.

4) Spots – An area marred or marked by dirt.

5) Lightening - Is the practice of using chemical substances in an attempt to lighten the skin

or provide an even skin color by reducing the melanin concentration in the skin.
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6) Rutaceae – A family of herbs, shrubs, and tress (order Geraniales) often glandular and

strong scented and having flowers that are tetramerous or pentamerous with a compound

ovary of four or five distinct or somewhat united carpels.

CHAPTER 2
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Review of Related Literature

This chapter presents the related literature after the thorough and in-depth search done by

the researchers. This will present as a reference to fully understand the study to be done and this

chapter includes the purpose of the literature review. Its purpose was to describe the effectiveness

of pomelo rind used as scars and spots lightening from different literature sources and writers.

Related Literature

According to Dan Brennan, MD (2020), pomelo is rich in antioxidants. Pomelo is high in

vitamin C, a potent antioxidant as well as several other antioxidant compounds. Naringenin and

naringin are the main antioxidants found in pomelos and are often found in citrus fruits. Antioxidant

lycopene is also found in pomelo. Lycopene is anti-inflammatory that helps reduce redness and is

also commonly found in tomatoes.

As stated by netmeds.com (2020), pomelo contains several essential amino acids that help

build healthy skin cells and also suppress any redness and swelling that tends to develop on the

skin that is exposed to harsh environmental conditions. Its high flavonoid content provides

antioxidant traits to help fight free radical damage, reduce acne, scars and dark spots, and reduce

skin irritation.

In a research study by Zhao YL et al. (2019), pomelo rind or peel is often discarded after

consumption in most cases. The chemical constituents and biological activities present at the fruit

rind have not been validated before. In evaluating, the chemical and pharmacological profile of

coumarins from peels of pomelo are used against inflammation.


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In an article from Nature’s Answer (2020), pomelo helps to get rid of acne, scars and dark

spots on skin, giving the face a vibrant, youthful and soft appearance. Moreover, vitamin C and

protein values in pomelo being very high, it bolsters collagen synthesis and repairs any damage to

the body. The vitamin C is necessary for the health of the immune system.

In an article from FloralBeautySpot (2021), Pomelo reduces the appearances of spots and

scars: this fruit has a high content of vitamin C which is an antioxidant that protects the skin from

free radicals and discoloration issues. Its ability to inhibit the production of melanin allows scars

and spots to heal without significant change in skin color. The peels are used to produce pomelo

essential oil through cold pressing.

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Methodology

The methodology of the study shows the step-by-step procedures of the experimentation

conducted by the researchers. On the methodology, shows the materials that the researchers have

used for the study.

Materials Needed:

1) Pomelo

2) Cling wrap/Plastic wrap

3) Chopping board

4) Knife

5) Towel (optional)

Procedures:

Product:

1) Wash the pomelo thoroughly and dry it with a towel or airdry it.

2) Get the chopping board and slice the pomelo with knife. Peel the pomelo and keep its

rind.

3) Get cling wrap or plastic wrap and wrap the pomelo rind with it.

4) Refrigerate for storage to last a long time.

Application:

1) Rub the pomelo rind for 5 minutes. It should be two times a day (morning and night).

2) Repeat the process for 2 weeks.


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CHAPTER 4
Results and Discussion

This chapter presents the results and analysis of the study that the researchers have

gathered. The data gathered will be presented in tables indicating photos, short description, date

and time the product applied, and short observations. The latter will be followed by the analysis

and interpretation of data.

Presentation, Analysis and Interpretation of Data

Presentation is a way of arranging data into logical, chronological and significant

categories and classification. In this study, tabular presentation will be used to show the data.
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Table 1
2 Weeks Application and Observation (Keloid Scar)

KELOID SCAR
Test Subject: ORTEGA, Phrancyl Jayrose L. Scar/ Spot Location: Knee
Scar developed: February 2020
PHOTO DATE TIME OBSERVATION

Scar appeared dark


March 7, 2021
10:10 AM and embossed. No
(Sunday)
visible effect.
1st morning of using
the pomelo rind.

Scar appeared dark


March 7, 2021
7:09 PM and embossed. No
(Sunday)
visible effect.
1st night of using the
pomelo rind.

Scar appeared dark


March 8, 2021 and embossed.
10:50 AM
(Monday) Visible redness is
seen.
2nd morning of using
the pomelo rind.
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The scar looks


March 8, 2021 smooth but
7:34 PM
(Monday) embossed. Itchiness
is present.
2nd night of using the
pomelo rind.

The scar looks


March 9, 2021 smooth and began to
7:05 AM
(Tuesday) dry. Itchiness is
present.
3rd morning of using
the pomelo rind.

The scar reflects


light. Very smooth at
March 9, 2021
8:31 PM the top and redness is
(Tuesday)
visible around the
scar.
3rd night of using the
pomelo rind.

Scar looks vibrant


March 10, 2021 and pinkish. Skin
10:01 AM
(Wednesday) shed after rubbing the
pomelo rind.
4th morning of using
the pomelo rind.
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The scar turned


March 10, 2021
7:40 PM reddish brown. It has
(Wednesday)
flatter surface.
4th night of using the
pomelo rind.

The scar is somewhat


March 11, 2021
10:06 PM lightened. Itchiness is
(Thursday)
present.
5th morning of using
the pomelo rind.

The scar is somewhat


March 11, 2021
8:45 PM lightened but very
(Thursday)
embossed and itchy.
5th night of using the
pomelo rind.

The scar is flatter


March 12, 2021
10:14 AM than yesterday.
(Friday)
Coloration is faded.

6th morning of using


the pomelo rind.
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The scar got itchy


March 12, 2021
8:37 PM and because of
(Friday)
scratching, it swelled.
6th night of using the
pomelo rind.

The scar is beginning


March 13, 2021
12:27 PM to match the color of
(Saturday)
the skin tone.

7th morning of using


the pomelo rind.

The scar got itchy


March 13, 2021
9:49 PM and because of
(Saturday)
scratching, it swelled.

7th night of using the


pomelo rind.

The scar is much


March 14, 2021 lightened than last
10:11 AM
(Sunday) night. It appears to
have a flatter surface.
8th morning of using
the pomelo rind.
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The scar got itchy


March 14, 2021 and because of
9:09 PM
(Sunday) scratching, it
swelled.
8th night of using the
pomelo rind.

The scar got


March 15, 2021 bumped into a hard
10:00 AM
(Monday) surface, it swelled
and became itchy.

9th morning of using the


pomelo rind.

The scar dries again


March 15, 2021
8:37 PM and beginning to
(Monday)
shed skin.

9th night of using the


pomelo rind.

The scar is
shedding. It turns
flat and much faded
March 16, 2021
11:19 AM on some parts
(Tuesday)
especially at the
lower and right-side
parts.
10th morning of using
the pomelo rind.
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The scar starts to


March 16, 2021
8:08 PM swell because of the
(Tuesday)
pomelo rind.

10th night of using the


pomelo rind.

March 17, 2021 The scar got better


10:11 AM
(Wednesday) and lighter.

11th morning of using


the pomelo rind.

March 17, 2021 The scar flattened


8:02 PM
(Wednesday) than it was before.

11th night of using the


pomelo rind.

The upper part of the


March 18, 2021 scar turned light than
2:20 PM
(Thursday) the previous days of
swelling.
12th morning of using
the pomelo rind.
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March 18, 2021 The scar got dark as


9:08 PM
(Thursday) it flattens.

12th night of using the


pomelo rind.

March 19, 2021 The scar is lighter


10:20 AM
(Friday) than last night’s

13th morning of using


the pomelo rind.

March 19, 2021 The scar is lightened


7:50 PM
(Friday) with much visibility.

13th night of using the


pomelo rind.
The scar got itchy
and because of
scratching, it swelled.
March 20, 2021
10:26 AM Flatter and smoother
(Saturday)
surface is visible.
Lightened edges are
14th morning of using
visible.
the pomelo rind.

The scar is embossed


yet flatter than
March 20, 2021 before. It also
10:06 PM
(Saturday) lightened having a
result of smoother
appearance.
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14th night of using the
pomelo rind.

Table 1 presents the keloid scar. The scar developed last February 2020 on the right knee

of the subject. It is presented that the scar is much flatter than before with smoother appearance and

lighter color. The edges of the scar are much lighter on the last day than the first day.
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Table 2
2 Weeks Application and Observation (Dark Spots)

DARK SPOTS
Test Subject: OIDA, Mary Dabren B. Scar/Spot Location: Cheek
Scar/Spot Developed: Recently
PHOTO DATE TIME OBSERVATION

No visible effect.
March 7, 2021
11:11 AM New with the pomelo
(Sunday)
rind treatment.

1st morning of using


the pomelo rind.

Still no visible effect


March 7, 2021 from using the
9:06 PM
(Sunday) pomelo rind. Spots
are still visible.
1st night of using the
pomelo rind.

Some spots got


March 8, 2021
10:36 AM lighter but some still
(Monday)
retains.

2nd morning of using


the pomelo rind.
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March 8, 2021 Some spots got better


7:39 PM
(Monday) and lighter.

2nd night of using the


pomelo rind.

March 9, 2021 Some spots still


12:03 AM
(Tuesday) retain and got itchy.

3rd morning of using


the pomelo rind.

Spots got lighter and


March 9, 2021
7:14 PM vibrant from using
(Tuesday)
the pomelo rind.

3rd night of using the


pomelo rind.

March 10, 2021 Spots got lighter than


10:01 AM
(Wednesday) the other night.
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4th morning of using
the pomelo rind.

Some spots got


March 10, 2021
6:41 PM lighter but spots still
(Wednesday)
retain.

4th night of using the


pomelo rind.

Some spots still


March 11, 2021 retain and got itchy
10:05 AM
(Thursday) from using the
pomelo rind.
5th morning of using
the pomelo rind.

The spots getting


March 11, 2021 lightened and
8:39 PM
(Thursday) beginning to have a
smooth appearance.
5th night of using the
pomelo rind.

The dark spots


March 12, 2021 gradually disappear
12:45 PM
(Friday) and the skin becomes
smoother and lighter.
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6th morning of using
the pomelo rind.

Some spots are


March 12, 2021 removed and got
7:09 PM
(Friday) lighter that the other
days.
6th night of using the
pomelo rind.

March 13, 2021 Spots become


1:41 PM
(Saturday) smoother and lighter.

7th morning of using


the pomelo rind.

The spots is getting


March 13, 2021
8:34 PM smoother than last
(Saturday)
night.

7th night of using the


pomelo rind.

The spots start to


March 14, 2021
12:49 PM swell because of the
(Sunday)
pomelo rind.
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8th morning of using


the pomelo rind.

Some spots still


March 14, 2021
8:45 PM retain and continue
(Sunday)
swelling.

8th night of using the


pomelo rind.

The spots got itchy


March 15, 2021 and because of
11:42 AM
(Monday) scratching, it swelled.
Flatter and smoother.
9th morning of using
the pomelo rind.

The spots begin to


become smooth and
March 15, 2021 the spots is beginning
8:25 PM
(Monday) to match the color of
the skin tone and gets
9th night of using the smoother and lighter.
pomelo rind.
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Spots appeared
March 16, 2021
12:18 PM lighter but still itchy.
(Tuesday)
Redness is visible.

10th morning of using


the pomelo rind.

The dark spots got


March 16, 2021 lighter and begin to
7:15 PM
(Tuesday) get a smooth
appearance.
10th night of using the
pomelo rind.

Some spots still


March 17, 2021
10:09 AM remain and the
(Wednesday)
irritation still persists.

11th morning of using


the pomelo rind.

March 17, 2021 Spots got lighter than


7:50 PM
(Wednesday) the other night.

11th night of using the


pomelo rind.
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The upper part of the


March 18, 2021 scar turned light than
12:06 PM
(Thursday) the previous days of
swelling.
12th morning of using
the pomelo rind.

The spots are


beginning to match
March 18, 2021
9:14 PM the color of the skin
(Thursday)
tone and gets
smoother and lighter
12th night of using the
pomelo rind.

The itchiness is still


March 19, 2021 there but some spots
10:16 AM
(Friday) are removed and
getting better.
13th morning of using
the pomelo rind.

Some spots are


March 19, 2021
8:38 PM removed and got
(Friday)
lighter.

13th night of using the


pomelo rind.
The spots are
March 20, 2021
1:31 PM lightened with much
(Saturday)
visibility.
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14th morning of using


the pomelo rind.

Majority of the dark


March 20, 2021 spots are removed
7:10 PM
(Saturday) and lightened but
some retains.
14th night of using the
pomelo rind.

Table 2 presents the dark spots. The spots are developed recently on the left cheek of the

subject. It is presented that the spots are much lighter than before with smoother appearance and

reduced. The dark spots are fewer than the first day of applying the pomelo rind.
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Table 3
2 Weeks Application and Observation (Flat Scar)

FLAT SCAR
Test Subject: PAPA, Bryant Vann Austin A. Scar/Spot Location: Arm
Scar/ Spot Developed: December 2020
PHOTO DATE TIME OBSERVATION

No visible effect
March 7, 2021 from using the
10:08 AM
(Sunday) pomelo rind. Scar is
still visible.
1st morning of using
the pomelo rind

March 7, 2021 Scar remains the


9:07 PM
(Sunday) same.

1st night of using the


pomelo rind.
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March 8, 2021 Scar remains the


10:45 AM
(Monday) same.

2nd morning of using


the pomelo rind.

March 8, 2021
8:01 PM Scar slightly lightens.
(Monday)

2nd night of using the


pomelo rind.

March 9, 2021
10:08 AM Scar slightly lightens.
(Tuesday)
3rd morning of using
the pomelo rind.

March 9, 2021
7:53 PM Scar slightly lightens.
(Tuesday)
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3rd night of using the


pomelo rind.

Scar slightly lightens


March 10, 2021
6:42 AM and visible reduction
(Wednesday)
is present.
4th morning of using
the pomelo rind.

Scar slightly lightens


March 10, 2021
7:40 PM and visible reduction
(Wednesday)
is present.
4th night of using the
pomelo rind.

Scar slightly lightens


March 11, 2021
10:21 AM and visible reduction
(Thursday)
is present.

5th morning of using


the pomelo rind.

March 11, 2021


8:40 PM Scar is lightened.
(Thursday)
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5th night of using the


pomelo rind.

March 12, 2021


12:22 PM Scar is lightened.
(Friday)

6th morning of using


the pomelo rind.

March 12, 2021


8:07 PM Scar is lightened.
(Friday)

6th night of using the


pomelo rind.

March 13, 2021 Discoloration is


10:04 AM
(Saturday) present.

7th morning of using


the pomelo rind.
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March 13, 2021


10:11 PM Scar is lightened.
(Saturday)

7th night of using the


pomelo rind.

March 14, 2021


11:03 AM Scar is lightened.
(Sunday)

8th morning of using


the pomelo rind.

March 14, 2021


9:17 PM Scar is lightened.
(Sunday)

8th night of using the


pomelo rind.

March 15, 2021


10:15 AM Scar is lightened.
(Monday)

9th morning of using


the pomelo rind.
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March 15, 2021


7:25 PM Scar became reddish.
(Monday)

9th night of using the


pomelo rind.

March 16, 2021


12:33 PM Scar is still reddish.
(Tuesday)

10th morning of using


the pomelo rind.

March 16, 2021 Scar is slightly


7:49 PM
(Tuesday) getting thinner.

10th night of using the


pomelo rind.

March 17, 2021 Scar is slightly


10:06 AM
(Wednesday) reduced.
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11th morning of using
the pomelo rind.

March 17, 2021


8:54 PM Scar is lightened.
(Wednesday)

11th night of using the


pomelo rind.

March 18, 2021


10:07 AM Scar is lightened.
(Thursday)

12th morning of using


the pomelo rind.

March 18, 2021


9: 04 PM Scar is lightened.
(Thursday)

12th night of using the


pomelo rind.

March 19, 2021


10:19 AM Scar is lightened.
(Friday)

13th morning of using


the pomelo rind.
March 19, 2021
8:00 PM Scar is lightened.
(Friday)
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13th night of using the


pomelo rind.

March 20, 2021


7:09 AM Scar is lightened.
(Saturday)

14th morning of using


the pomelo rind.

The scar got lighter


and thinner. The
March 20, 2021
10:31 PM effect is visible from
(Saturday)
using the pomelo
rind.
14th night of using the
pomelo rind.

Table 3 presents a flat scar. The scar developed last December 2020 on the right arm of the

subject. It is presented that the scar is much lighter than before with smoother appearance and

lighter edges. The scar is less visible than the first day of applying the pomelo rind.
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CHAPTER 5
Generalization and Recommendation

This chapter presents the conclusion and recommendation of the study based on the

analysis and observations from the previous chapter.

Conclusion

The researchers did this experiment to know if the rind of pomelo can be used as scars and

spots lightening to prove the study. The researchers find out that this pomelo rind can help lighten
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the scars and spots on the skin, and giving a vibrant and soft appearance. The product making turned

successful.

Pomelo is proven to have a lot of health benefits and it is an interesting matter if its rind

can be used for a physiological cure for lightening scars and spots. The experiment turned out to

be successful that proves the whole study. It became beneficial especially that scars and spots take

a long time to fade.

In order to test the effectivity of the pomelo rind, the method has been applied into three

types of scars and spots: keloid scar (February 2020), dark spots (recent), and flat scar (December

2020). These scars are placed in the different parts of the body. The pomelo rind is used to the

researchers as test subjects and rub it on their skin that has scars and spots to prove its effectivity.

The researchers applied the pomelo rind for 5 minutes in morning and night. This has been the

cycle for 14 days (2 weeks).

The keloid scar not only lightened a bit from the given time span but also flattened. During

the days the pomelo rind has been applied, sometimes there are itchiness and redness. The dark

spots that came from pimples also lightened and majority are removed. The flat scar as well

lightened and also got thinner in a range of 14 days yet even now it has clear visibility.

It has been observed that the results can be affected due to how recent the scar or spot is.

Nevertheless, the experiment turned out to be successful. The components of pomelo rind can be

an ingredient for scars and spots lightening. The results of this study indicate that this pomelo rind

has potential absorption capacity for scars and spots lightening which can be used as an effective

lightening agent.
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Recommendation

The researchers would like to concede that conducting the study took some effort.

There are many ways to gain negative and positive feedback towards the study. It took a hefty

duration of time to conclude this study.

The researchers recommend pomelo rind can be a great alternative to commercial

scar lighteners to reduce or remove scars and spots naturally. It moisturizes the skin and helps skin

tissue repair itself. It is also recommended to apply the pomelo rind if the scar is still fresh. Results

may also vary of how old the scar is. It is also recommended to keep applying the process

continuously for better results.

The researchers would like to recommend to the other students creating

investigatory projects that no matter how much effort it requires to execute the study, if there is

trust in between the group, the research will succeed. Parents should support and guide their

children willingly because it will inspire them to produce their best work. The faculty can supply

bits and pieces of information to their students to help broaden their knowledge about a certain

topic. The status of the study is open, everyone can restudy this and also get different results.

Bibliography

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benefits-pomelo#1

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Effects. https://www.netmeds.com/health-library/post/pomelo-health-benefits-nutrition-uses-

for-skin-and-hair-recipes-side-effects
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 Zhao, Y. L., Yang, X. W., Wu, B. F., Shang, J. H., Liu, Y. P., Zhi-Dai, & Luo, X. D. (2019).

Anti-inflammatory Effect of Pomelo Peel and Its Bioactive Coumarins. Journal of agricultural

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https://floralbeautyspot.com/the-hair-and-skin-uses-of-pomelo-fruit/
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APPENDICES
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APPENDIX A
(Product and Materials)
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APPENDIX B
(Curriculum Vitae)
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NAME: Mary Dabren B. Oida

BIRTHDATE: July 10, 2004

BIRTHPLACE: Sta. Rosa Laguna

CIVIL STATUS: Single

RELIGION: Roman Catholic

MOTHER: Brenda Lucy B. Oida

OCCUPATION: Housewife

FATHER: David V. Oida Jr.

OCCUPATION: Fire Safety Engineer

HOBBIES: Playing badminton & watching K-dramas

CLUB/ORGANIZATIONS: Book Lovers Club


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NAME: Phrancyl Jayrose L. Ortega

BIRTHDATE: May 18, 2004

BIRTHPLACE: Santa Rosa, Laguna

CIVIL STATUS: Single

RELIGION: Roman Catholic

MOTHER: Pinky Rose L. Ortega

OCCUPATION: House Wife and Land Lady

FATHER: Jay Paulo S. Ortega

OCCUPATION: Test Engineer

HOBBIES: Listening to music, playing online games, reading books, singing, playing the guitar,

baking

CLUB/ORGANIZATIONS: RoboComp Club, Youth for Christ, Student Coordinating Council


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NAME: Bryant Vann Austin A. Papa

BIRTHDATE: November 1, 2004

BIRTHPLACE: San Juan City

CIVIL STATUS:

RELIGION: Catholic

MOTHER: Aileen Papa

OCCUPATION: PNB Manager

FATHER: Brian Papa

OCCUPATION: Oracle Manager

HOBBIES: Music writing, Workout, Video games

CLUB/ORGANIZATIONS: RoboComp Club

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