Combining Activated Charcoal

and Lemon Zest as an Odor

Neutralizing Powder
Presented by:
Group 6 (12-STEM)
 Abstract

The notion of body odor neutralization is a theme in this study. The

researchers are sought to find out on how the combination of activated
charcoal and lemon zest to talcum powder can be effective as the
commercial odor neutralizing powder. The researchers aimed at looking for
an organic material which fulfils the product’s purpose while having less
expensive and available materials in the current circumstances.
 Chapter I
THE PROBLEM AND ITS
BACKGROUND
 Introduction
Activated charcoal, widely known to the public by its existence in
cosmetic products, has so much purposes and benefits that can contribute to
daily living in this generation, nowadays. Yes, it is found almost
everywhere; in toothpastes, skin care products, baked goods, beverages and
water filtration systems (Ross, 2019).
On the other part, lemon contains antioxidants called bioflavonoids
which is the source of its health benefits. It can treat scurvy, common cold,
flu, H1N1, tinnitus, Meniere’s disease, vomiting during pregnancy and helps
reduce kidney stones.
 With these, researchers will make Activated Charcoal and Lemon Zest as
an Odor Neutralizing Powder that is effective, accessible and safe to human,
animals and the environment.
 Statement of the Problem
1. How effective is activated charcoal in odor neutralization?
2. What is the significance of the secondary ingredients in total odor
neutralization?
3. How does the final yield neutralize unwanted odors?
4. What is the extent/limitation of the product in terms of neutralization?
5. Are there any possible side effects in using the yield?
  
Significance of the Study

The benefactors of the study who will be directly affected are as follows:
• Community
• Administration
• Future Researchers
  
Scope and Delimitation

Due to the lack of availability of some of the ingredients in common

stores, the study will obtain ingredients from online stores for easier
transactions. The testing will be done to thirty (30) students from San Roque
National High School that will be randomly selected. The testing period will
be done during the academic year 2019-2020.
 Chapter II
REVIEW OF RELATED
LITERATURE
  
Local Literature

According to Sanica P. et, al. (2016) “This study (Production and

Marketing of Odor Suppressant Charcoal from Carbonized Rice Hull) is
determined the feasibility of producing odor suppressant from carbonized
rice hull for profitability and market distinction.”
  
Local Literature

According to Fourth N. et, al. (2015), “The proposed Kri.Ki.Chee

Manufacturing Company would offer an Odor Neutralizer from Carbon,
named Carb-ON, to bring comfort to users by reducing foul odors. The
product is made from paper waste converted into paper charcoal to serve as
odor neutralizer; it contains no hazardous materials or chemicals.”
  
Foreign Literature

As stated by Ewansiha J.U et, al. (2016) in their research “Preliminary

phytochemical and Anti-microbial Activity of Citrus x limon (L) Burm. f. (lemon)
leaf extract against some pathogenic microorganisms”;
“To authenticate the claims by local users of Citrus x limon (lemon) in the
control of some human infections, preliminary phytochemical screening and
antimicrobial evaluation of lemon leaf extract was investigated. Extraction
of plant leaves was performed using successive reflux, with n-hexane, ethyl
acetate, ethanol and water as extracting solvents.”
  
Foreign Literature

As stated by Ewansiha J.U et, al. (2016) in their research “Preliminary

phytochemical and Anti-microbial Activity of Citrus x limon (L) Burm. f. (lemon)
leaf extract against some pathogenic microorganisms”;
“Citrus limon leaf may be considered safe for consumption and may be used
to control infections by the test organisms in high dosage.”
 Hypotheses
• Ho: The odor neutralizing powder made of activated charcoal, lemon zest
and talcum powder is not effective.
• Ha: The odor neutralizing powder made of activated charcoal, lemon zest
and talcum powder is effective.
• Ha2: The odor neutralizing powder made of activated charcoal, lemon zest
and talcum powder is effective but has side effects.
 Conceptual Framework
Input Output
-A need for odor -Fully synthesized odor
Process
neutralizing powder neutralizing product
-Data Gathering
-An alternative to existing -Organic alternative to
inorganic odor neutralizing -Data Analysis inorganic odor
powders -Data Interpretation neutralizing powder
-Exploring the benefits of -Product Synthesis -Exploited data about the
activated charcoal and benefits of activated and
lemon zest lemon zest

Table 1: Paradigm of the Study

 Definition of Terms
Activated Charcoal
According to Katie M. (2019), Activated charcoal, also known as
activated carbon, is carbon material (like wood or coconut shells) that has
been processed to contain many tiny pores creating a very large surface area,
making it great at something called adsorption (not absorption).
 Definition of Terms
Lemon
According to Sett D. (2015), Lemon or Citrus Limon is a species if small
evergreen tree in the flowering plant family Rutaceae native to South Asia,
primarily North Eastern India. Lemon have strong, astringent smell that
clears the air of disagreeable odors while imparting a fresh citrus aroma.
 Definition of Terms
Talcum Powder
According to American Cancer Society (2020), Talcum powder is made
from talc, a mineral made up mainly of the element’s magnesium, silicon,
and oxygen. As a powder, it absorbs moisture well and helps cut down on
friction, making it useful for keeping skin dry and helping to prevent rashes.
It is widely used in cosmetic products such as baby powder and adult body
and facial powders, as well as in a number of other consumer products.
Chapter III
METHODOLOGY
 Sampling Design
The sampling used was random sampling, in which the researchers
tested the product on thirty (30) people on their feet and armpits. Data we’re
collected to gather relevant information with the efficiency and neutrality of
organic materials.
According to Bennett C. (2020) Random Sampling is a part of the
sampling technique in which sample has an equal probability of being
chosen and it is an unbiased representation of total population.
 Ingredients

• 1 tsp of Activated Charcoal

• 10 tbsp of Talcum Powder
• 4 pcs of Lemon
 Materials and Equipment
• Measuring spoon
• Bowls
• Grater
• Strainer
• Oven
• Blender
 Procedures
• Prepare all the needed ingredients:
 Procedures
• Grate the 4 lemons using grater and put it in a bowl.
• Put the grated lemon in a stainless tray, place it inside the oven and wait for about 3minutes.
• Once the lemon peels are totally dry, create a fine powder using blender.
• In a bowl, put 1 tsp of activated charcoal.
• Prepare 10 tbsp of talcum powder in a bowl.
• Add 2 tsp of powdered lemon peel.
• Stir them together and put the final product into a clean container and you can now apply it
into your foot and underarm.
 Chapter
  IV
RESULTS AND FINDINGS
 Initial Testing

Respondents
Color Texture Odor Application Effectivity
(30)

Ave. 4.63 4.03 4.36 3.83 3.60 4.60

 Final Testing

Respondents
Color Texture Odor Application Effectivity
(30)

Ave. 4.80 4.43 4.46 4.76 4.76 4.73

 Chapter V
CONCLUSION AND
RECOMMENDATION
 Conclusion
The researchers successfully produced an odor neutralizing powder with
combining activated charcoal, lemon zest with talcum powder. The color, odor,
appearance can par with the commercial products that are sold in the markets. Also, it
can assure the safety of the community due to the neutrality of the ingredients. The
objectives of this study we’re all achieved.
 
 Recommendation
The researchers recommend to any individual or group researchers to enhance
and synthesize the product by substitution of the ingredients that is/are available to
their vicinity which depends to their circumstances. They may add new ingredients
that may improve the product and its present benefits. They may also change the
odor-giving ingredient with such aromatics, conduct more trials to prove its
effectiveness in application not just on specific body parts (foot and armpit) but also
on the other parts (face, e.g.).
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Combining Activated Charcoal
and Lemon Zest as an Odor
Neutralizing Powder
Presented by:
Group 6 (12-STEM)