Year: 2024
Type: article
Abstract: This study explores the potential of okra seeds (Abelmoschus esculentus L.) as a natural face toner, using maceration extraction method.A total of 750 g of Okra was dried for 72 h using methanol solvent showed that okra seeds contain flavonoids with 5% FeCl reagent.FTIR analysis revealed a characteristic functional group profile of flavonoids, including hydroxyl (3400 cm-1), carbonyl (1722 cm-1), and aromatic ring (1591 cm-1 and 1277 cm-1) groups.The antioxidant test was selected from the ethyl acetate fraction at a wavelength of 517 nm with an IC50 value of 44.90 μg/mL, and can be categorized as a very strong antioxidant.DPPH test of toner formula with BHT, ethyl acetate extract, and control produced IC50 values of 85.67 μg/mL, 88.79 μg/mL, 105.69 μg/mL, respectively.The optimal conditions were achieved with 25, 50, and 100 ppm of ethyl acetate fractions.Future studies could expand on these findings by exploring the long-term effects and consumer acceptability of okra seed toners in broader populations.
Authors: Fatmawati Lubis, Sovia Lenny, Helmina Br. Sembiring
Institution: Universitas Sumatera Utara
Language: English
Subfield: Biochemistry
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
SDG: Zero hunger
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4407045928