INVESTIGATIONS INTO THE PRODUCTION OF SAKON NAKHON, AN INDIGO EXTRACT UTILISED IN THE FORMULATION OF COSMETICS MOONLINGT COMMUNITY ENTERPRISE, ORGANEC PROCESSED HERBS, SAKON NAKHON PROVINCE

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to examine the process of extracting indigo from Sakon Nakhon for usage in cosmetic products. The participatory action research (PAR) model was empioyed as a qualitative research strategy. The research instrument is observation. An analysis of qualitative research utilising the deductive technique was presented in a descriptive presentation by a representative of Moonlight Community Enterprises, Organic Processed Agricultural Herbs, Sakon, Nakhon Province. The bent indigo leaves utilised in the study were sourced from the renowned indigo and processed meat manufacturing area of Sakon Nakhon province, Ban Don Koi plot, Pantana Nikhom district, according to the study done to extract the essence from the leaves. Protocol for take out after washing the bent pods and indigo leaves, bring then to a grinder, letting them air dry, storing them in the shade, and making sure they stay dry. Following three days of mashing in an ethanol solvent extraction process, the mixture was filtered, separated, and evaporated using a rotary vacuum evaporator. After the pulp has been taken out twice and soaked in ethanol, its weight is determined using the extract. Fill glass bottles with tea color, cover with a cap, and cool the content, because of the granular nature of the extract, the product is naturally colored. Ideas for implementing of the research findings adding colour and fragrance is up to you, as is what the user needs. There is potential in the indigo extract. Future study projects expand into makeup products, including lipstick, blush, eyeshadow, and indigo leaf extractors; additionally, transport indigo leaves in ethanol to extraction firms for conversion into ready-to-use estrus, allowing for the production and processing of a variety of goods to provide clients with additional choices.