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Musa Acuminta Lakatan Banana Peels As An Alternative Peel Off Mask
Musa Acuminta Lakatan Banana Peels As An Alternative Peel Off Mask
INTRODUCTION
Puberty. Puberty is the process of physical changes in the body one an individual which it
matures into an adult body. There are many changes in the body when it comes into puberty
stage. The hormone production changes causing the sebaceous glands, located at the base of
caused by all those hormones at work in the body.Also, skin gets oilier and pimples start
showing up when puberty begins. Pimples are red spot resulting from excess sebum and dead
skin cells getting trapped in the pores of the skin. Pimple is also caused by a bacteria called
Propionibacterium acne , this bacteria lives at the base of the hair follicles. It secretes
substances that help break down sebum. When the number of bacteria increase, the secretion
disease involving blockage and/or inflammation of pilosebaseous units. Pimples most often
affect the face, back, chest, and shoulders. And sometimes can affect the self confidence of an
individual due to rapid increase of pimples all throughout the body. There are many ways in
the face. Bananas are a popular fruit consumed worldwide. Once the peels is removed, a
significant amount of organic waste is generated. But banana peels have many uses, it
sometimes used as feed stock for cattle, poultry and several other species. Banana peel
contains vitamin and minerals that is very essential to the skin. These nutrients can calm
alternative organic face mask that reduce acne in the face. Using commercial peel off masks
seems to be very dangerous. But using the banana peel face mask is very essential in the skin.
The banana peel face mask is very organic and it contains minerals and vitamins that are
needed in removing pimples. The researcher will use Lakatan Banana in making the banana
peel face mask. It is a popular banana here in the Philippines. Also, gelatin is added to the face
mask. Gelatin is a source of collagen and serves as a cleansing agent in the face. Nowadays,
peel-off mask are very popular. Many teenagers use it in their face to make them beautiful. But
some of the peel-off mask sold in the internet is harmful in the body, but using the Banana Peel
The study is conducted to test the feasibility of Banana peels in producing Face Mask.
1. What is the significance of the Banana Peel Face Mask in treating Acne in terms of:
a. Nutritional Value
b. Ingredients Used
c. Effectiveness
2. Will there be a significant difference among the Banana peel face mask and Commercial
a. Nutritional Value
b. Ingredients Used
c. Effectiveness
Hypotheses
H0: There is no significant difference between the Banana Peel Face Mask and the ability to
a. Nutritional Value
b. Ingredients Used
c. Effectiveness
H1: There is a significant difference between the Banana Peel Face Mask and the ability to
a. Nutritional Value
b. Ingredients Used
c. Effectiveness
This research study aims to create a Face Mask using Banana Peels. The researcher
goal is to create a Face Mask using Banana peel in order to help teenagers form suffering acne
outbreak all throughout their face. It provides a medicinal product to people specially to
teenagers under puberty or any other person that suffers from having an acne. With the help of
this Face Mask, the person may be able to lower the number of pimples on his/her face and
even serves as a cleansing agent and ever moisturize its face using this organic Banana Peel
Face Mask. This research help people but at the same time it also help the Mother Erath for
Parameters include in testing are: Nutritional Value, Mineral and Vitamin Content of the
Face Mask, Number of Pimples removed, Ingredients used in making the face mask and
The Face Mask will be applied to the face of an individual to test the ability of the mixture
in removing acne.
Conceptual Framework
Process
Output
Using commercially available face mask seems to be very damaging to the skin. It is
literally ripping the surface layer of the skin causing some damage in the skin. As one off, the
skin is likely to recover without issue but continued use, stripping away the skins natural oils and
irritating skin is a sure fast tracks to secondary skin concerns. And from those hindrances, the
study of using Banana peels as Face mask is conducted. This study will help and be very
beneficial to those people that suffers from having acne. It has many effect into the skin like
removing pimples and even serves a cleansing agent. It also benefit Nature for using Banana
Definition of terms
Lakatan Banana ( Musa acuminta ) – Lakatan Bananas are diploid banana cultivated from the
Banana Peel – It is the outer covering of the banana fruit. Banana Peels are used as food for
Pimples – It is a small pustule or papule. Pimples develop when sebaceous glands, or oil
glands, become clogged and infected, leading to swollen, red lesions filled with pus.
Acne – It is the occurrence of inflamed or infected sebaceous glands in the skin; in particular, a
condition characterized by red pimples on the face, prevalent chiefly among teenagers.
Puberty – The period during which adolescents reach sexual maturity and become capable of
reproduction.
Face Mask – It is a creamy or thick pasted mask applied to clean or smoothen the face.
Chapter II
previous researchers.
A. Related Literature
Banana is the most economically important fruit crop in the Philippines and the only
locally grown fruit available year-round. Bananas are grown in diverse environments in the
country, from the lowlands, flat and sloping uplands to the marginal hillylands. Latundan, lakatan
and saba are mostly grown in the backyard or as a component in an intercropping scheme with
Fresh lakatan is very popular in the market. However, supply does not always meet this
high demand especially in Luzon. Lakatan, sold in Luzon, sometimes comes from Mindanao.
These bananas are more expensive because of their better quality and additional transport
costs. Hence, lakatan produced in Luzon provinces can be very competitive, with market
opportunities available in the growers’ own public markets and in the huge Metro Manila
markets. Fruits can be harvested 8-12 months after planting. Suckers are allowed to grow for
the next fruiting cycle and repeated for another cycle as long as plants are healthy.
consistent of potassium (78.10mg/g) and manganese (76.20mg/g). Other minerals present are
sodium, calcium and iron at 24.30, 19.20 and 0.61 mg/g respectively. The peel's high potassium
About 91.50 percent of a banana peel is organic nutrient matter consisting of lipids,
proteins, crude fiber and carbohydrates. About 31.70 percent of total mass is fiber with
carbohydrates accounting for 59 percent and protein and lipids accounting for 0.9 and 1.7
S.Velumani1, Banana peel serves as a natural store of various health beneficial phytochemicals
and there exist significant differences in the phytochemical composition, antioxidant properties.
Taking into account the flavonoids content and metal chelating activity, Phenolics, free radical
scavenging activity. Thus it is highly recommended to include proper combination of fruit peel in
food products, whose phytochemicals synergistically act to reduce the risk of degenerative
diseases like cardiovascular disease, cancer etc. Further studies based on Genetic engineering
Face Mask
A Face Mask contain the same ingredients as dermatologists' peels but in lower
concentrations. They gently remove the outermost layer of your skin, producing a smoother
texture and sometimes helping even out pigmentation. They may also help fade fine lines or
clean out pores. Masks can provide intensive moisture, absorb excess oil, or deliver antioxidant,
In the article 6 Reason Why You Should Try Peel-Off Face Mask , it is mention that
peel off facial masks work by gently removing the outermost layer of your skin to relieve
dullness and dead skin.This produces a smoother skin texture, and can also help balance out
pigmentation.Plus, peel-off masks can assist in fading fine lines and cleaning out pores.This can
eliminate acne-causing dirt and bacteria.Peel-off masks are often vitamin, plant-based, or fruit
key ingredients work together to reveal that glowy complexion that we all crave.
Peel-off masks are a type of physical exfoliant, which means they remove the top
layer of skin to slough away dead skin cells. Basically, once you peel off the mask after it dries,
the formula helps to lift off all of the microparticles of dust and dirt that have gathered over time
.Plus, by making peel-offs a part of your weekly routine, you may also begin to notice a reduced
appearance of fine line and wrinkles. Peel-off masks can alleviate the issue by helping to absorb
excess oil from your skin, while simultaneously unclogging and purifying pores. Peel-off masks
effectively stick to the fine facial hair on your skin, and gently uproot those hairs when you take
the mask off. While peach fuzz may not be at all noticeable on some skin types, some people
search for ways to get rid of it. Along with exhibiting a cooling and soothing effect, peel-off
masks serve as a powerful method to help reduce inflammation from particles in the air, like
from pollution. They can also even alleviate angry breakouts or redness.
B. Related Studies
A research study is conducted to test the feasibility of Banana peel cream on March
09, 2016. The objective of the study is to create a Banana Peel Cream for people who are very
conscious about their face, about how they look and how people would say about them.
Banana peel cream is used to delay the aging process of the skin, whitens, and helps you
look more glowing and treats the acne as well as the pimples. It can be used in day and at night.
Just like the other commercial face cream, place a small amount of cream into your face/ let the
skin absorb the nutrients that are containing in Banana Peel Cream.
Bananas are the most popular fruit in the world. Bananas are one of the most
nourishing fruits available because it contains large quantities of magnesium, potassium, iron,
zinc, iodine and Vitamin A, Vitamin B (folic acid) ,Vitamin E and Vitamin F. According to the
Department of Agriculture website, there are 57 cultivars of banana in Southeast Asia but only
five are the common in the Philippines which are Saba, Latundan, Lakatan, Bungulan and
Cavendish.
Based on the proponents' research, Lakatan is said to be the best variety of that can be
used in making Banana Peel Cream. Lakatan is considered as one of the healthiest, nutritious
and have many medicinal benefits which can be derive from this. Its banana banana peel
contain lutein, an antioxidant, and potassium. Reportedly, the inside of the banana peels may
help psoriasis, bug bites and even poison Ivy and Acne.
According to the study, Banana Peel Cream is a cream that treats acne, pimples, and
therefore delays the aging process. This is made up of a natural ingredients and this is a
banana peel. It has a great nutritional value which is a powerful ingredients that makes perfect
addition to all natural face cream. It acts like a second skin that penetrates deep into epidermis
to insure protection, promote elasticity and improves suppleness. It clarifies skin and while
soothing and hydrating and the good thing about this, in just 7 days of using the product, you
will see the result. The better and more beautiful you.
Synthesis
Some related literature about the banana peels were available from the internet sources.
Hence, the researcher considered the factors that is needed to improve and innovate their
product. Among which are: Adding useful ingredients in order to create a very useful product
that helps a lot in the face of an individual and creating a product that will gather the attention of
an individual. The majority of research indicates that banana peels has health benefits such as
Chapter III
METHODOLOGY
Research Design
The study make use of experimental design, specifically the before and after without
control design, wherein the experimental set – up is the Banana Peel Face Mask. Using this
design, the researcher may be able to know the outcome before and after conducting the
experiment.
The following materials will be used in the conduct of the study: Banana Peels, Lemon
Juice and Unflavored Gelatin. The equipment that will be used are Cooking Pots, Cooking
General Procedure
First, the researcher will cut the banana peels into smaller pieces. Second, the lemon
juice will be extracted. Then, in a small pot under low heat, add the unflavored gelatin and add
the lemon juice and the banana peels. Mix it until it reach its consistency. Lastly, put the mixture
in a bowl.
Nutritional Value
After making the product, the researcher will test the ability of the product in removing
There are many Vitamins and Mineral present in banana peels. Vitamin C is necessary
for collagen production and maintenance, it is also a potent antioxidant that can neutralize free
radicals in the skin. Vitamin E is also present in Banana Peels. Just like Vitamin C, Vitamin E is
an antioxidant. It protects skin against sun damage and absorbs the harmful UV light from the
sun when applied to the skin. It also helps in the treatment of skin inflammation. Zinc is a
mineral present in banana peels. It can help fight viruses and bacteria. It has an anti-
inflammatory properties, this may help relieve some of the redness and irritation associated with
moderate-to-severe acne. Iron can gives the skin a healthy glow and speeds up wound healing.
To test the ability of the face mask in removing pimples, the researcher will be recording
the number of pimples in the face of an individual before conducting the experiment. After
applying the face mask for a week, the researcher will be recording the outcome and the
number of pimples removed. The researcher will then compare the data recorded before and
after conducting the experiment in order to know the feasibility of the face mask in treating acne.
Ingredients Used
The face mask contains ingredients that is used in everyday living, like banana peels
Effectiveness
The effectiveness of the Banana Peel face mask will be based on its ability to remove
pimples by applying it in a week. To test its effectiveness, the face mask will be used by 5
random people. The study will have 5 trials. After the experiment, the test subjects will answer
some questionnaire in order to know the acceptability of the banana peel face mask. The test
subject will answer the questionnaire given and check the level of effectiveness of the face
mask after using it. The following four level scale will be used:
4 – Very Effective – The Banana Peel Face Mask is very effective in removing pimples
2 – Good – The Banana Peel Face Mask is not effective in removing pimples but it
1 – Not Effective – The Banana Peel Face Mask is not effective in removing pimples and
In the interpretation of the mean obtained out of the respondents, the following formula
will be used:
In testing the hypothesis, the researcher will be using t – test, the hypothesis will be
(Nutritional Value, Mineral and Vitamin Content, Number of pimples removed, Ingredients used,
Effectiveness)
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