Formulation and Testing of The Physical Properties of Moringa Oleifera Leaf Extract Essence Preparations As An Antioxidant
Formulation and Testing of The Physical Properties of Moringa Oleifera Leaf Extract Essence Preparations As An Antioxidant
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Abstract
This research was carried out as a form of preserving natural ingredients used as antioxidant
essence, namely the Moringa leaf plant (Moringa oleifera) which contains flavonoid compounds,
saponins, alkaloids, steroids, polyphenols and essential oils. This research aims to determine the
antioxidant activity in the essence formulation of Moringa oleifera Lam leaf extract using the DPPH
method in protecting the skin from free radicals. This research was conducted at the Pharmacy
Laboratory of the Muhammadiyah University of Palopo in August 2023. This research used
experimental research, taking samples, making essence preparations, testing the physical quality of
essence preparations, testing antioxidant activity with a 3results obtained since the research were found
in antioxidant activity tests with different concentrations, where the most effective essence preparation
was in the F1 formulation, namely 23.74042 µg/mL which was included in the category of very strong
antioxidant activity.
1. Introduction
The face and entire human body include parts covered by skin. Facial skin must be taken
care of because apart from being a symbol of identity, having a face Healthy is the dream of all
humans. The characteristics of a healthy face are no acne, even, soft, radiant and firm skin tone.
A number of Factors that make facial skin unhealthy include: 1) lack of rest, 2) lack of physical
activity, 3) consumption of unhealthy food, 4) outside activities a room that exposes facial skin
to free radicals such as smoke Cigarettes, dust, sunlight and air pollution are what cause
problems on the skin of the face like premature aging and dullness on the skin up to the skin
loss of elasticity and wrinkles appear. These reasons give rise to problems with facial skin.
Efforts to overcome skin problems, namely facial care [4].
A well-known and widely used facial treatment is Essence because Essence is not a new
type of facial treatment. This preparation contains water as a basic ingredient and serves to
protect the skin, moisturize, and improve overall skin health. Essence preparations are very
popular on the market because consumers want to minimize the time they use facial care daily.
Essence has a liquid-like form that is a bit runny, a little more so Thicker than toner but lighter
than serum.
Beauty products with natural extracts are popular because it is considered safer for the
skin. In this research, antioxidants were used natural, namely Moringa leaf extract (Moringa
oleifera). The most prominent on Moringa plant contains antioxidant compounds, especially its
leaves high antioxidant. In research conducted by Susanti and friends The antioxidants in
Moringa leaves are shown by an IC50 value of 4.286. [12].
One method that can be used to test antioxidant activity namely the 1,1- diphenyl-2-
Picrylhydrazyl (DPPH) method [12]. DPPH is a free radical compound that is stable, so if it
will used as a test reagent in testing sufficient antioxidant activity dissolved. The DPPH
absorbance value ranges from 515 – 520 nm [6].
Based on the description above, Moringa leaves contain antioxidant. From these
ingredients, Essence preparations are made , selected as the form preparation because it is more
practical, economical and easy to apply.
2. Methodology
2.1. A. Type of Research
This research was carried out using experimental methods in a pharmaceutical
laboratory, at Palopo Muhammadiyah University.
2.2. Time and Place of Research
This research will be carried out in July – August 2023 andcarried out at the Pharmacy
Laboratory, Faculty of Health Sciences, University Muhammadiyah Palopo.
2.3. Tools and Materials
The tools used in this research were a blender, measuring cup, beakers, test tubes,
analytical balances, aluminum foil, porcelain dishes, water heater, mortar, stamfer, porcelain
cup, stirring rod, spatula, spatula, plastic pot, dropper pipette, water bath, UV-Vis
spectrophotometer, cuvette, and filter.
The materials used are Moringa leaves (Moringa oleifera L), butylene glyco;, glycerin,
ethanol 70%, nipagin, distilled water, PEG-40, perfume, foilbag, and DPPH.
2.4. Research Procedures
Extraction Sample Preparation
The first thing you need to prepare first is fresh and young Moringa leaves
which is located near the shoots and is light green, as much as 4 kg. then dried, the dried
Moringa leaves are blended until forms a fine powder. Next is the maceration stage, 500 gr
Moringa leaf powder is put into 2500 ml of 70% ethanol all submerged, stir well, stir then store
and let sit room temperature without occasional exposure to sunlight stirring for 5 x 24 hours
and filtered using filter paper. Part Another dose of solvent is added and the extraction is
repeated until the final extract colorless [12].
Making essence sheet masks
Dissolved Xanthan gum dissolved in distilled water in a mortar. Add butylene glycol and
glycerin and grind until homogeneous (mixture I). Nipasol and nipagin are dissolved in a
portion of hot water (mixture II). Extract Moringa leaves and PEG-40 were dissolved in a
portion of distilled water (mixture III). Mixture I and mixture II are mixed little by little until
form a homogeneous mass, then mix again with mixture III crushed until homogeneous. Added
perfume and 70% ethano the mixture is then homogenized [9].
2.5. Evaluation of preparations
Essence preparations were evaluated for stability and physical characteristics in terms
of organoleptics, viscosity and pH.
Organoleptic Test. Observations of preparations in organoleptic tests include aroma, color, and
the texture of each preparation formula.
Viscosity Test. Viscosity testing is carried out to determine the level of viscosityThe sheet mask
that is made will later be tested for viscosity with Brookfield type viscometer [13].
Use pH. pH testing is carried out using an existing pH meter calibrated. The pH meter is dipped
into the diluted sample.
Spreadability Test. The spreadability test is carried out by applying 1 mL of essence to The
glass is then covered with glass and then given a weight of 100 g and left to rest for 1 minute,
then measure the diameter of the smear [10].
2.6 Stability test
The sheet mask preparation was stored at room temperature for 8 weeks while observing
physical changes such as clarity, settling and phase separation. The most stable preparation is
used for activity tests antioxidant [2].
2.7 Irritation Test
A total of 14 panelists were selected with the criteria of age 20-35 years, no have
previous skin problems, and are willing to participate in study. The irritation test is carried out
by applying the preparation to the skin rear ear with a diameter of 2 cm, left open for 2 hours
and observed what happened. A positive irritation reaction is characterized by redness, itching,
or swelling and roughness of the skin on the inside of the hands probandus who were treated
(Sumbayak et al., 2018).
2.8. Test antioxidant activity
Preparation of DPPH mother liquor
A total of 5 mg (0.005 gr) DPPH was weighed and then dissolved in a 50 ml volumetric
flask with methanol PA up to the mark, with a concentration of 100 ppm after which the solution
was stored in a glass bottle dark colored then homogenized and then incubated for 30 minutes
[11].
Production of lambda (ÿ) DPPH
Pipette 1 ml of the vitamin C comparison solution then add 1 ml of DPPH solution, put
in a 5 ml measuring flask, enough volume with methanol PA up to the limit mark, then
homogenize then incubate in a dark place for 30 minutes. Measure the absorbance with UV-
Vis spectrophotometry at maximum wavelength [11].
Preparation of blank solution
A total of 1 ml of DPPH solution was pipetted into a 5 ml volumetric flask, Add 3
methanol PA until the limit mark then homogenize. Leave it for 30 minutes then measure the
absorbance on the length 517 nm wave [3].
Preparation of Vitamin C comparison solution
A total of 10 mg of vitamin C was weighed, then dissolved in a flask Measure 50 ml
then add methanol PA until obtained concentration 1000 ppm. Each graded dilution was carried
out Vitamin C concentration pipetted 2 ppm, 4 ppm, 6 ppm (0.1 ml, 0.2 ml, 03 ml) from the
vitamin C stock solution, dissolve into a 5 ml volumetric flask. every The concentration is taken
as 1 ml then 1 ml of solution is added DPPH and 2 ml methanol PA were then homogenized
and allowed to stand for 30 minutes. Measure the absorbance using UV-Vis spectrophotometry
wavelength 517 nm [3].
Preparation of test solution
Each gel concentration was then weighed at 10 mg dissolved with 50 ml methanol PA
in a volumetric flask and obtained concentration of 1000 ppm then homogenize by vortexing
for 2 minutes. From each concentration, 1 ml was taken then Add 1 ml of DPPH solution and
2 ml of methanol PA. Incubate at temperature 37°C for 30 minutes then place in a cuvette.
Measure the absorption using UV-Vis spectriphotometry with a wavelength of 517nm.
Calculate the percentage of inhibition to obtain the IC50 analysis value [11].
DPPH blank absorbance ÿ Sample absorbance %
inhibition = × 100%
Absorb DPPH blank
Sample concentration and inhibitory presentation are plotted on the x and y axes on the equation
y= bx ± a [7].
The dried samples were then ground to make it easier to process extraction process.
According to [11] the finer the sample will be forms a larger surface, the interaction of the
extraction fluid substances will The larger it is, the more effective the extraction process will
be. Results Standardization of the quality of Moringa leaf simplicia obtained standardization
values for water content of 3%, this is in line with the literature [14] which states that the water
content in simplicia is not more than 10%, from the inspection results The water content shows
that the simplicia used is in accordance with the parameters. states that the drying shrinkage
value must be greater than the value water level.
Table 2. % Soakment Test
Extract Type Simplisia weight Extract Weight %Rendamen
Condensed Extract 500 gr 35,5 gr 7,1%
The dried samples were then ground to make it easier to process extraction process. According
to [11] the finer the sample will be is simple and does not require warming up to very small the
possibility of the sample becoming damaged or decomposed, so this method is very suitable for
extracting non-resistant antioxidant active substances against heat. Besides that, working on
this method requires a lot of time long time and in a stationary state so that it allows many
compounds to be released will be extracted [5]. Maceration extraction was carried out 2 times
maceration times, due to the extract obtained in the first extraction maceration times, due to the
extract obtained in the first extraction first obtained a concentrated extract as much as 21.9
grams while in The second maceration produced a thick extract of 35.5 grams with a yield
percentage of 7.1%.
3.2. Organoleptic Test
Table 3. Organoleptic Test
Formula Sunday Form Color Smell
1 Thick Clear Greentea
F0 2 Thick Clear Greentea
3 Thick Clear Greentea
1 Thick Green Brownish Greentea
F1 2 Thick Green Brownish Greentea
3 Thick Green Brownish Greentea
1 Thick Green Brownish Greentea
F2 2 Thick Green Brownish Greentea
3 Thick Green Brownish Greentea
1 Thick Green Brownish Greentea
F3 2 Thick Green Brownish Greentea
3 Thick Chocolate Greentea
Organoleptic tests are carried out to describe shape, color and the smell of the
preparation that has been made. Organoleptic tests are carried out by: testing or assessing the
quality of preparations using human senses, namely sight, smell and touch. Color of
preparations in this study influenced by the drying process, this is in line with National
Standards Indonesia, which states that the normal color of simplicia is green brownish which is
influenced by the drying process where the color is green In leaves, chlorophyll is oxidized to
a brown color, The more Moringa leaf extract added to the preparation, the better the color the
preparation will become increasingly brown. Meanwhile, the smell or aroma of the preparation
influenced by the green tea essence which is added during manufacture preparation to disguise
the distinctive smell of Moringa leaf simplicia.
3.3. pH Test
Table 4. pH Test
Formulation Week 1 Week 2 Week 3 Range
F0 6 6 6 pH Essence
F1 5 5 5 according to
F2 5 5 5 namely 4,5 - 6,5
F3 4 4 4 (Asanah et al.,
2013).
pH measurements were carried out using a universal pH. In table 4.2 shows that the
higher the concentration of Moringa leaf extract added to the preparation, the lower the resulting
pH, so the preparation is safe to use on facial skin. This is marked with Essence pH requirements
are 4.5 – 6.5 [1]. The pH becomes wrong an important indicator in preparations because pH can
determine a preparation stable or not. A pH that is too acidic will cause irritation while the pH
which is too alkaline will cause exfoliation on the skin. From the results Research that has been
carried out has found that the higher the concentration extract in the preparation, the lower the
pH in the preparation. This is in line with research conducted by (Yulis, 2019) which states that
The higher the concentration of extract given, the lower the results The pH affects facial skin
because there is more Moringa leaf extract in it contains phenol which is zero acid.
3.4. Viscosity Test
Table 5. Viscosity Test
Formulation Time Viscosity Range
Week 1 253.0 cPs
F0
Week 2 420.0 cPs
Viscosity testing is carried out by observing the viscometer needle Brookfield Ametek®
with spindle number 2 and speed 64s, test carried out in the 1st week to the 3rd week. Viscosity
test results shows that the three preparations meet the viscosity value requirements namely 230
– 1150 cPs [1]. Increase and decrease in value The viscosity of essence preparations can be
influenced by temperature differences during storage. The viscosity results can be seen in table
4.3 where the value obtained by this essence preparation is still included in the viscosity value
good.
Spreadability is used to become one of the stock indicators Essence can be said to be a
preparation that is easy to apply. The aim of this dispersion power test is to find out how much
fast distribution of the preparation on facial skin. Based on the results obtained from table 4.6
states that formulation 0 – formulation 3 is satisfactory condition. This is in line with research
conducted by [8] which states that the spreadability is good for topical preparations namely 4 –
7.5 cm.
50 ppm -90.8661
100 ppm -43.6031
Very Strong
F1 150 ppm -53.9164 18.92877
200 ppm -47.2585
250 ppm -55.0914
0.255333
50 ppm -429.896
100 ppm -442.82
Very Strong
F2 150 ppm -425.196 18.92877
200 ppm -396.997
250 ppm 283.812
Samples & Absorbance
Concentration %inhibition IC50 Category
Comparation Blank
50 ppm -419.321
100 ppm -415.796
Very Strong
F3 150 ppm -408.355 4.879368
200 ppm -439.295
0.255333
250 ppm 405.2219
2 ppm 0,259 Very Strong
Vitamin C 4 ppm 0,216 14,535 (Ramadan,
6 ppm 0,188 2022)
The objective of testing the antioxidant activity of Moringa leaf essence preparations to
determine the antioxidant activity in essence preparations Moringa leaves. From the results
obtained it can be seen that the higher The concentration of the extract, the higher the
antioxidant activity. This is proven by the antioxidant activity values obtained from the essence
preparation with the addition of a 20% concentration of Moringa leaf extract has greater
antioxidant activity, namely 4.8779368 compared to with Essence preparations with the
addition of 10% Moringa leaf extract and 15%.
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