Utilization of mangrove peel (Xylocarpus granatum) extract as an active ingredient in the making of hand body lotion

Abstract

The fruit of Xylocarpus granatum has been used empirically by the community as a traditional medicine, the fruit peel is used as skin medicine. The results of the phytochemical analysis of Xylocarpus granatum rind simplex contain flavonoids, tannins, saponins, hydroquinones and steroids. This study aims to develop a hand body lotion product based on Xylocarpus granatum fruit peel extract. In this study, Xylocarus granatum fruit peel extract was formulated into a lotion preparation. Xylocarpus granatum fruit peel extract was prepared by maceration method using 70% ethanol solvent. The extract is formulated with a composition of 0.5 ml (FI). The lotion was then tested for its physical properties including pH, viscosity, homogeneity, spreadability and stability of color, odor and texture. The results showed that the lotion containing Xylocarpus granatum fruit peel extract was stored for 14 days for physical stability test. The results of the stability test showed that the lotion had a pH of 10.55, a viscosity of 1120000 mPas, the lotion did not change shape, smell, color, and did not cause skin irritation.