Innovation Description
The traditional knowledge holder has suggested treatment for skin disease.
Disease symptoms: Itching, rashes, redness.
Ingredients: Fruit of Bhinda (Abelmoschus esculentus (L.) Moench), Karanj Oil.
Burn a handful of fruits and mix oil in ash to form a paste.
Dosage/Application: Apply the paste on the affected area once a day for 7 days.
Ingredients’ availability: The plant is available in nearby places. Karanj Oil is available in local markets.
Suggested Reading(s):
Manee, S., & Kaewsrichan, J. (2017). Cosmeceutical benefit of Abelmoschus esculentus L. seed extract. Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International, 1-11.
