NurA’tiqah Binti Haron, Nurhanani Binti Ayub, Nur Syafiqah Binti Rahim, Zainab Binti Razali and Norlin Binti Shuhaime
Keywords: Vitis vinifera, Acalypha indica, Rosmarinus officinalis, eczema, anti-inflammatory
Abstract: In spite the efforts directed towards curing Eczema disease, there is still no effective intervention. ‘Eczema’ term used widely to describe any itchy or rash-like skin or it can be used to describe atopic dermatitis which is a severe skin condition. Specific cause of eczema remains unknown, but believed to occur due to combination of genetic heredity and environmental factors. Vitis vinifera or grape sap and Alcalypha indica (pokok kucing galak) contain the properties that help to lessen the irritation of the skin. Hence, Eczema Mist is produced to lessen the irritation and itchiness caused by eczema. Eczema Relief Mists a natural product come in a form of miracle water were developed from plant base ingredients containing Alcalypha indica and Vitis vinifera extract mixture. The ingredients of this product have been tested for its anti-bacterial activity. Eczema Relief Mist is the first water based plant extract product that has a potential in soothing and lessen the irritation caused by eczema. Rosemarinus officinalis were added into the mixture to give natural aromatherapy. The antioxidant strength of the rosemary makes this herb as a favorite food and cosmetic products preservative. This product will be tested for its toxicity to ensure it is safe to be used. Testimony on eczema patient, cat and goats have been conducted to prove the effectiveness of Eczema relief Mist by showing that it can lessen the inflammation and skin irritation upon apply it for one week. Phytochemical test were also conducted to affirm this product is free from steroid. It comes in a form of spray bottle of 50 mL volume make it convenient for travel purposes. The non-sticky texture and refreshing effect make it presentable and suitable to be used by all different ages. This healing water will be certainly marketable due to its uniqueness and miracle properties provided by the natural ingredients.