DEVELOPMENTS AND CHARACTERIZATIONS OF SILK FIBROIN MASKS CONTAINING ANTIBACTERIAL ALLICIN

Abstract

In this research, the silk fibroin masks containing the antibacterial allicin were formulated using the simple molding method. The main ingredient, fibroin, was extracted from silk cocoons with a 20.49% efficiency. The mask smell, thickness, durability, and retention period were of appropriate values. The Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR) of the mask demonstrated the features of the ingredients fibroin, gelatin, and allicin. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) was used to examine the mask's morphology, which revealed a porous structure and the presence of the active component allicin. The allicin in the mask was released with an efficiency of 48.33%, and it penetrated the skin epidermis with an efficiency of 88.95%. Conclusively, the masks have satisfied all the standards of a cosmetic skin care product.