Definition of terms.
The following terms are defined lexically:.
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Apple - the fleshly edible fruit or pomes of any variety of a widely distributed tree (Malus pumila) of the rose family. The researcher will use Fuji apples for the project.
Coconut Milk- creamy white extract from pared coconut meat. .
Aloe Vera - any member of genus (aloe) of Old World Plants of Lily family.
Sterilized water- water that is boiled.
Effective - the lotion stays on the skin for 5 hours or more.
Less effective - the lotion stays on the skin for less than 5 hours.
Not effective - the lotion does not stay on the skin at all.
Conceptual Framework:.
Independent .
Apple.
Dependent .
Coconut Milk.
Aloe Vera.
Skin Lotion.
Sterilized Water.
REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE.
According to the Webster's World Encyclopedia (1999), health faddist will not doubt to appreciate the fact that the synthetic melanin is derived from the aloe vera plant, so popular in "health products". Pawelek believes that the substance may help to protect the skin against cancer-causing ultraviolet lights, especially if it is added to a sunscreen.
As cited in the New Age encyclopedia (1963), lotions are liquid washes applied to skin usually for antiseptic or soothing purposes, but occasionally as remedies for bruises and sores. They are usually salt solutions and differ from embrocations or ointments in that they contain no oils or fats. Calamine lotion, for example, made from compounds including calamine, zinc oxide, and glycerin, is widely used for its soothing qualities for sunburn or inflamed skin. In some preparations, witch-hazel included.
