Antimicrobial Activity of Palm Oil (Elaeis Guineensis) Leaves Extract against Skin Pathogens

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10.2991/978-94-6463-664-2_27How to use a DOI?

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Elaeis guineensis; Candida albicans; Malassezia furfur; Propionibacterium acnes

Abstract

Skin infections caused by Staphylococcus aureus, Propionibacterium acnes, Candida albicans, and Malassezia furfur are prevalent in tropical regions, aggravated by antimicrobial resistance. This study explores the antimicrobial potential of ethanol extracts of palm oil (Elaeis guineensis) leaves, as a natural alternative to synthetic antimicrobials. Ethanol extracts were prepared through maceration and tested against the pathogens using disc diffusion methods. The antibacterial and anti-fungal activities were evaluated at extract concentrations ranging from 10% to 50%, with positive controls for comparison. The extracts exhibited concentration-dependent antimicrobial activity. The highest antibacterial activity against P. acnes (15.81 mm) and S. aureus (13.68 mm) was observed at 50% concentration. Similarly, antifungal activity peaked at 50% concentration with inhibition zones of 17.99 mm for M. furfur and 15.56 mm for C. albicans. Palm oil leaves extract demonstrates significant antimicrobial potential, suggesting its use as a sustainable, natural alternative for managing skin infections in tropical regions. Further studies are needed to elucidate its mechanisms and optimize its application in antimicrobial therapies.

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TY  - CONF
AU  - Harmileni Harmileni
AU  - Tengku Rachmi Hidayani
AU  - Taranipa Marfitania
AU  - Linda Chiuman
AU  - Edy Fachrial
PY  - 2025
DA  - 2025/03/31
TI  - Antimicrobial Activity of Palm Oil (Elaeis Guineensis) Leaves Extract against Skin Pathogens
BT  - Proceedings of the 1st International Conference on Lifestyle Diseases and Natural Medicine (ICOLIFEMED 2024)
PB  - Atlantis Press
SP  - 295
EP  - 305
SN  - 2468-5739
UR  - https://doi.org/10.2991/978-94-6463-664-2_27
DO  - 10.2991/978-94-6463-664-2_27
ID  - Harmileni2025
ER  -