Optimization of Extraction and Determination of Total Saponins from Soapberries (Sapindus mukorossi)

• Main Authors: Bago, Andrea Niña Nicole A., Fajutagana, Mikyla Aeriel P., Gilbuena, Jaleane Quicia N., Mateo, Beatrice C., Guidote, Lourdes P.
• Format: text
• Published: Animo Repository 2023
• Subjects: soapberries; soap nuts; saponins; allergic contact dermatitis; eco-friendly
• Online Access: https://animorepository.dlsu.edu.ph/conf_shsrescon/2023/poster_see/1; https://animorepository.dlsu.edu.ph/context/conf_shsrescon/article/1738/viewcontent/PoP_SEE_Bago_Fajutagana_Gilbuena_Mateo_Guidote___Andrea_Niña_Nicole_Bago.docx.pdf
• Institution: De La Salle University

Sapindus mukorossi, also known as soap nuts or soapberries, have long been used as a natural alternative to detergents. Soap nuts are known to contain saponins which are the active ingredients of soaps and detergents. The use of soap nuts is quite common among people who prefer the use of natural pr...