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The researchers’ main purpose in conducting this study is to help create a product
which is cheaper and could use the same quality as the one through the use of oranges.
This study aims to help people who do not have enough money to buy expensive hand
sanitizer. It also helps the researchers determine the similarities and differences of the
two products have by comparing their qualities. The procedure in making this product is
simple. First, scrape the gel inside the Aloe Vera leaves. After scraping the gel, the
group put it a plastic container and added 1 cup of Ethyl alcohol and 2 teaspoons of
Glycerin. Next, grate the orange to get the zest and add it to the mixture, then, mix till
well blended. Lastly, the group recycled a small bottle that was used as a container for
the mixture. The researchers concluded that the Aloe Vera gel can be used to make the
hand sanitizer more jelly and the zest of the orange more hydrating to the skin. It is easy
to make since the materials used are found in stores and have the cheapest price. The
group is confident that the product is effective because of the Ethyl alcohol. The
researchers advised to use more Aloe Vera for the product to be more jelly.
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
The researchers would like to give their heartfelt gratitude to the people who helped in
making and considering this study and for the success of the researchers. First, the parents
who gave their time to help and support their children conducting this study. Second, the
researcher’s teacher who was always there when the researchers have questions or problems
that needs to be solved. And last but not the least, to our dear God who guided the
researchers in the right path and for all the blessings that the researchers have received.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Abstract . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i
Acknowledgement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Materials/Equipment
Treatment/General Procedure
Appendix
Bibliography . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
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CHAPTER I: THE PROBLEM AND ITS BACKGROUND
Introduction
Earlier, whenever the people’s hands used to get dirty, people used to go in search
of a good soap and water. This used to become a great inconvenience especially when
travelling. Water spills and soap not getting rinsed properly and of course, water
wastage, all these factors contributed to the discovery of something called as hand
sanitizer.
The researchers chose the citrus fruits to make it into a Citrus Hand Sanitizer
because the season today is where most citrus fruits bloom. Another factor why the
researchers chose this study because of the protein of Vitamin C most citrus fruits have
from common illnesses like colds, cough, etc. Third, Citrus fruits are easy to find and
are cheap. Fourth, you can easily find them from local grocery stores and/or markets
per kilo, sliced, peeled, mixed with other fruits, canned, and/or juiced.
Main Problem:
Sub-problems:
1. How effective is the citric hand sanitizer compared with other products?
2. Does it have side effects?
3. Does the Citrus Hand Sanitizer can make hands dry?
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Significance of the Study
The people who will benefit from the hand sanitizer are students, from pre-school to
college. People who live in squatter’s area, condominium units, small and big houses.
People who work as part-time or full-time. People who work on hospitals like doctors,
nurses, janitors, and even patients. Bank employees, security guards, salesman or
women, police officers, etc. Even people who don’t have jobs and senior citizens.
The Citrus Hand Sanitizer can be significant by helping our hands to be clean and
germ free. Instead of using soap and water, we can use this hand sanitizer in travelling,
The study covers how citrus fruits can be used as a hand sanitizer and to know the
health benefits when it is used to be a hand sanitizer, the side effects arise when using
the hand sanitizer. Other than that, the study will not cover topics beyond the scope of
the research.
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OBJECTIVES:
General Objective:
To determine the use and the effect of homemade Citrus Hand Sanitizer and other
Specific Objectives:
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CHAPTER II: REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE
Citrus is a common term and genus of flowering plants in the rue family, Rutaceae.
These plants are large shrubs or small trees, reaching 5-15 m tall, with spiny shoots and
alternately arranged evergreen leaves with an entire margin. The flowers are solitary or
in small corymbs, each flower 2-4 cm diameter, with five (rarely four) white petals and
Citrus fruits are notable for their fragrance. The juice contains a high quality of citric
acid giving them their characteristic sharp flavour. The genus is commercially important
as many species are cultivated for their fruit, which is eaten fresh, pressed for juice, or
The invention of hand sanitizer was from Lupe Hernandez of Bakersfield, CA. In
1996, he called an invention hotline off of the TV, and ordered a package for an idea he
had on how he would create system in hospitals, to where all sinks would have an
alcohol solutions, at the bottom of the sink connected to the pipe, outgoing water
reaching our hands with cleaning solution and a sanitizer gel making it easier for
hospital staff and quicker to get patients. This idea came to mind because he was
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CHAPTER III: METHODOLOGY
In this chapter, the group will be making a hand sanitizer out of materials that can
The group found out that Citrus fruits are cheap and easy to buy especially when it
is in season. Citrus fruits also have a high quantity of Vitamin C that make the skin
healthy and prevent it from drying that’s why the researches chose this as their primary
Alcohols that have 70%-up solution are mostly found on homes and are cheap in
the market. The researchers chose this ingredient because of its cleaning properties
when it comes to germs and bacteria that can cause sickness in people.
The group did was, first, researched the materials needed and the procedures on
making a hand sanitizer. Second, the group bought the materials needed to be able to
The group will be making a hand sanitizer out of the following materials: ½ cup of
Aloe Vera gel, 2 teaspoons of Glycerin, 1 cup of Ethyl alcohol, zest of a 1 whole orange.
The researchers did was, first, scrape the gel inside the Aloe Vera leaves. After
scraping the gel, put it in a plastic container and add 1 cup of Ethyl alcohol and 2
teaspoons of Glycerin. Next, grate the orange to get the zest and add it to the mixture,
then, mix till well blended. Lastly, the group recycled a small bottle that was used as a
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Materials:
2 teaspoons of Glycerin
Others:
Measuring cup
Spoon
Grater
Small bottle
Procedure:
1. Scrape the gel inside the Aloe Vera leaves. After scraping the gel, put it in a
plastic container.
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CHAPTER IV: RESULTS AND DISCUSSION
1.1 Findings
This table showed the results of the survey. 5 different people tested the Citric Hand
1.2 Results
In Criteria #1, 5 different people agreed that the group’s product was affordable.
In Criteria #2, 5 people tested the product by smelling. 3 out of 5 agreed that the
fragrance was not harsh on the nose when it’s being smelled.
In Criteria #3, 2 out of 5 people agreed that the product was effective to use.
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ANALYSIS of DATA
The researchers conducted a list of findings, a lot of people agreed that the
product was affordable and fragrant. 5 people agreed that this product was effective.
We tested the product if it is effective by smelling. We gather data by testing our product
and by surveying to the people in our compound. The results are significant because
people can use it on their hands and to kill or to get rid of germs and microorganisms
that cannot be seen by the naked eye. Some people have expressed concerns that they
work too well: it kills off harmful bacteria as well as the beneficial stuff that keeps us
healthy. Hand sanitizers work differently than antibiotics, which can create antibiotic-
resistant bacteria when used frequently. Some reports about sanitizers stripping away
the natural oils of your hands. Maybe some brands resulted in dry, irritated skin. The
citric hand sanitizer clearly works the best than anti–bacterial soaps. The citrus hand
sanitizer is more effective than other hand sanitizers. The citrus hand sanitizer can
make hands dry in just 5 seconds. Hand sanitizer is great for when you can't get to soap
and water, and it's actually more effective at eliminating germs because it kills them
rather than just removing them. We found it even improved hand condition in
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CHAPTER V: CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATION
5.1 Conclusions
The researchers therefore conclude that the citrus hand sanitizer was confidently a
success because of the presence of Ethyl alcohol that made it more disinfectant and the
ingredients used to make the hand sanitizer were readily available and easily accessible
in the market.
5.2 Recommendations
In the findings the group have conducted, the researchers respectfully recommend
1. It is optional to put essential oil for the sake of your nose not to be irritated with
2. You should put more Aloe Vera gel than the ethyl alcohol to make the hand
sanitizer jelly.
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APPENDIX
BIBLIOGRAPHY
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hand_sanitizer
http://biology.about.com/od/microbiology/a/handsanitizers.htm
http://www.humantouchofchemistry.com/how-hand-sanitizers-made-their-debut.htm
http://wiki.answers.com/Q/Who_is_the_first_person_to_formulate_hand_sanitizer
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Citrus
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