Citrus Fruits as a Bacterial Hand Sanitizer

Abstract

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.

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.

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.

Background of the Study

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.

Statement of the Problem

The researchers need to solve the following problems: Main Problem: 1. How cheap will it be compared
to other hand sanitizer? 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?

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, in school, in
malls, etc. whenever, wherever.

Scope and Limitations of the Study

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.

Objectives

General Objectives: To determine the use and the effect of homemade Citrus Hand Sanitizer and other
commercial hand sanitizer. Specific Objectives: To discover the positive effect of homemade bacterial
hand sanitizer. To differentiate the usefulness and effectiveness of homemade bacterial hand sanitizer
and other commercial hand sanitizer.

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 numerous stamens; they are often very strongly scented. Citrus
fruits are notable for their fragrance. The juice contains a high quality of citric acid giving them their
characteristic sharp flavor. The genus is commercially important as many species are cultivated for their
fruit, which is eaten fresh, pressed for juice, or preserved in marmalades and pickles. 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 attending school to become a RN.

CHAPTER III: METHODOLOGY

In this chapter, the group will be making a hand sanitizer out of materials that can be found in homes
and that are cheap to buy. 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 ingredient for their product–
home-made Citrus hand sanitizer. 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 make a hand sanitizer. 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 container for the mixture

Materials

½ cup of Aloe Vera gel 2 teaspoons of Glycerin 1 cup of Ethyl alcohol Zest of a 1 whole orange (Others:)
Measuring cup Spoon Grater Empty plastic container Small bottle.
Procedure

1. Scrape the gel inside the Aloe Vera leaves. After scraping the gel, put it in a plastic container. 2. Add 1
cup of Ethyl alcohol. 3. Add 2 teaspoons of Glycerin. 4. Grate the orange to get the zest. 5. Add it to the
mixture, then, mix till well blended. 6. Put the mixture on the prepared container.

CHAPTER IV : RESULTS AND DISCUSSION

1.1 Findings

The researchers conducted a list of findings on the product

This table showed the results of the survey. 5 different people tested the Citric Hand Sanitizer in each
trial.

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 comparison to soap and water hand washing.

CHAPTER V : CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATION

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.

Recommendations

In the findings the group have conducted, the researchers respectfully recommend some instructions for
better results. 1. It is optional to put essential oil for the sake of your nose not to be irritated with the
smell of the srcinal essence. 2. You should put more Aloe Vera gel than the ethyl alcohol to make the
hand sanitizer jelly.

Reference

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 Glossary

Scrape-push or pull a hard or sharp implement across (a surface or object) so as to remove dirt or other
matter.

Glycerin- another term for glycerol.

Gratitude- the quality of being thankful; readiness to show appreciation for and to return kindness.

Inconvenience- trouble or difficulty caused to one's personal requirements or comfort.

Rinsed- wash (something) with clean water to remove soap, detergent, dirt, or impurities.

Scope- the extent of the area or subject matter that something deals with or to which it is relevant.

Sanitizer- a substance or preparation for killing germs, designed for use especially on food-processing
equipment.

Rutaceae- a family of herbs, shrubs, and trees.

Corymbs- a flower cluster whose lower stalks are proportionally longer so that the flowers form a flat or
slightly convex head.

Cultivated- refined and well educated.

Marmalades- is a fruit preserve made from the juice and peel of citrus fruits boiled with sugar and
water.

Pickle- a small cucumber preserved in vinegar, brine, or a similar solution.

Ethyl- of or denoting the hydrocarbon radical—C2H5, derived from ethane and present in many organic
compounds.

Disinfectant- a chemical liquid that destroys bacteria.

Zest- the outer colored part of the peel of citrus fruit, used as flavoring.