Oil is naturally produced by the skin for protection from excessive dehydration and maintenance of health and luster. Excess oil gets trapped in the skin pores and increases the risk of bacterial infection, resulting in acne.
Universiti Sains Malaysia's researchers have successfully invented a novel facial oil blotting film. This is the world’s first 100 % biodegradable facial oil blotting film. The product has excellent oil absorption and oil retention properties. In addition, their product has the best oil indicator property compared to existing products.
- Eco-friendly 100 % biodegradable in aerobic and anaerobic conditions.
- Scientifically proven biocompatible material-non toxic
- Superior oil-absorption indicator
- Rapid and efficient oil absorbent
- Excellent oil retention
- Highly stable in humid conditions
- Soft, thin and gentle on the skin
- Convenient, removes oil anywhere, anytime. Feel refreshed immediately
- Does not disrupt makeup
- Natural product with no additives, colorant and scent
- Produced from renewable resources
- Cheap, estimated cost of production for 1 film (0.1 g) is RM 0.01 (USD 0.003)
For more information, please contact
Dr K. Sudesh Kumar
Universiti Sains Malaysia
(Contact details available to registered journalist)
Title of project: A Novel Facial Oil Blotting Film Based on biodegradable Thermoplastic from Palm Oil
Researchers:
Dr. K. Sudesh Kumar
Goy Lay Koon
Chee Jiun Yee
Lee Wing Hin
Judy Loo Ching Yee
