Pengaruh variasi konsentrasi kombinasi infusa daun kelor (Moringa oleifera L) serta bunga telang (Clitoria ternatea L) terhadap mutu fisik sediaan clay mask

Effect of variations in the concentration of combined infusions of moringa (Moringa oleifera L) leaf infusion and butterfly pea (Clitoria ternatea L) flower infusion on the physical evaluation of clay mask formulations

Abstract

Exposure to free radicals generated by ultraviolet radiation can cause various skin problems; therefore, safe and natural skincare preparations are required. Clay mask is a cosmetic preparation that functions to cleanse pores and absorb excess oil. Moringa leaves (Moringa oleifera L.) and butterfly pea flowers (Clitoria ternatea L.) are known to contain antioxidant compounds that have potential to be utilized in cosmetic formulations. This study aimed to determine the effect of variations in the concentration of combined infusions of moringa leaves and butterfly pea flowers on the physical quality of clay mask preparations and to determine the most optimal formulation. This research was an experimental study conducted by preparing 20% b/v infusions of moringa leaves and butterfly pea flowers which were then formulated into clay mask preparations. The additional ingredients used included kaolin, bentonite, glycerin, xanthan gum, methyl paraben, and distilled water. Evaluation of the physical quality included organoleptic test, homogeneity, pH, spreadability, viscosity, drying time, irritation test, and skin moisture test. The data were analyzed using One Way ANOVA and Kruskal–Wallis tests with a significance level of 95% (α = 0.05). The results showed that the average pH value of the preparations ranged from 6.33 to 6.61, spreadability ranged from 5.2 to 6.8 cm, and drying time ranged from 14.95 to 15.25 minutes. All formulations did not cause irritation on the skin. Skin moisture values increased until day 5, with the highest average value observed in formulation III at 52.74%. Statistical analysis indicated that variations in infusion concentration had a significant effect on pH (p < 0.05), viscosity (p < 0.05), and moisture (p < 0.001), but had no significant effect on spreadability (p = 0.364) and drying time (p = 0.193). In conclusion, variations in the concentration of combined infusions of moringa leaves and butterfly pea flowers influence the physical quality of clay mask preparations, with formulation III identified as the most optimal formulation.