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Stability, acceptability, and efficacy of Aloe vera (Aloe barbadensis) Gel enriched Kakawate (Gliricidia sepium) soap against mange in dogs
(Don Mariano Marcos Memorial State University North La Union Campus, 2025-04) Ramos, Russelle Jocyce S.
This study was able to: (1) evaluate the stability of kakawate-aloe vera gel soap in terms of physical, chemical, and microbiological properties; (2) assess the demographic profile of dog owners; (3) determine the acceptability of the soap and evaluate its effectivity; and (4) perform cost analysis of the soap. To assess the product stability, and demographic profile & acceptability among owners, the data from thirty (30) dogs were tabulated and analyzed using frequency, counts, percentages & means. Efficacy was studied by the frequency of perceived effectiveness of the soap. Cost analysis was computed using the ROI formula. The soap initially lacked foam but stabilized between days 21 and 51. Microbiological tests using EMB agar were negative. Most respondents were female, owned one to two dogs, and bathed them weekly. The soap received high ratings in terms of fragrance, appearance, lather, affordability. Efficacy results showed significant improvement. Cost analysis suggests high profitability.