PREPARATION OF MEDICATED WIPES FOR THE TREATMENT OF ACNE BY USING ETHANOLIC EXTRACTS OF ROSEMARY, LAVENDER AND CHAMOMILE

P. Bala Murugan*, V. Kalvimoorthi, L. Gopi, S. Venkatesh and A. Haripriya

ABSTRACT

This study explores the effectiveness of bioethanol-impregnated wipes in treating bacterial skin infections. Ethanol, a natural by-product of plant fermentation, has applications in the pharmaceutical, automotive, and beverage industries. Bioethanol, derived from plant materials through fermentation, exhibits antimicrobial properties. The study tested the efficacy of alcohol-impregnated wipes in reducing microbial bio-burden compared to alcohol spray/dry wipes. Results indicated that the bioethanol wipes significantly reduced bacterial spores, including Propioni bacterium and Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus, but were less effective against Staphylococcus epidermidis. Additionally, wipes containing ethanol derived from fermented milk produced fewer allergic reactions on the skin, while those infused with essential oils like lavender, chamomile, and rosemary demonstrated efficacy in treating acne and associated wounds. The findings suggest that bioethanol-impregnated wipes, particularly with added plant extracts, may be a viable option for commercial development as a skin infection treatment.

Keywords: Bioethanol, Skin infections, Antimicrobial efficacy, Wipes, Acne treatment.