General Mariano Alvarez Technical High School

General Mariano Alvarez, Cavite

Science Investigatory Project

Oregano and
Garlic Extract as
mosquito spray repellent
Group 2
ANONAS
FERRAN, Joana Marie N.
DIANO, Carl Gan N.
MARIANO, Carlos Miguel F.
Researchers

TABLE OF CONTENTS
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
ABSTRACT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
CHAPTER I . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
CHAPTER II . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
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CHAPTER III . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
CHAPTER IV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
CHAPTER V . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
CHAPTER VI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
BIBLIOGRAPHY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

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ACKNOLEDGEMENT
This study is made by the students of Grade 9 Section Anonas in the Technical
High School of General Mariano Alvarez in the Municipality of Cavite. This would
be not successful without the help of their group mates and other co-researchers
that help them in conducting this Science Investigatory Project.
Also, they are very thankful for these three persons: Ms. Mary Joy Piosca
for giving advices, lessons and support. Second, Mr. Ivan John Tible because he
support the researchers and give them more time to spend on finishing this activity
in their room. And last Mr. Bernard Mola who edit our Research Papers that makes
it to improve and to be better.

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ABSTRACT
Cavite, declared by the Department of Health (DOH) is now at the state of
emergency due to Dengue Outbreak. Large numbers of people are now having a
disease caused by the main suspect, mosquito. Therefore the researchers think of a
product that can repel the mosquito leaving a safe environment.
The researchers thought of having a spray-repellent that is easy to carry and can be
made by any household here in our community for its materials and ingredients are
can be found here in our localities. Coming up with the oregano and garlic, the
researchers decided to use a substance that is proven having a substance to repel
mosquito yet there are no product like this is introduce in the market.
This study aims to achieve to provide best but cheap product for everyones
need and safety. The researchers want to know the exact effectiveness of Oregano
and Garlic as Mosquito Spray-Repellent and make it desirable for the markets.

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Chapter I
INRODUCTION
General Mariano Alvarez, Cavite is known as a Municipality and up to now we are in the
road from rural to urban making some household to prevent the high number of diseases caused
by mosquitoes. Malaria and Dengue are only two of the serious diseases here in the Philippines
especially in our municipality.
They used the oregano because except from it is effective on relieving cough it is known too
because of getting rid on all known insects like mosquitoes and other insects. Also, they used
garlic because it is easy to get and the researchers find some backgrounds about the effectiveness
of garlic.
A. STATEMENT OF THE PROBLEM
This study seeks the possibility of Oregano and Garlic Extract as Mosquito Spray Repellent. This
study aims to Determine the effectiveness of Oregano and Garlic extracts as a Mosquito Spray
Repellent and determine the reliability of the Mosquito Spray Repellent.
B. HYPOTHESIS

Based on the researchers study that; The spray repellent is effective and it is scented well; the
Spray is effective in mosquitoes that causes malaria, dengue and other diseases; and the spray
repellent made out of Oregano and Garlic Extract is safe to use by the people
C. SIGNIFICANCE OF THE STUDY
This study aims to find the effectiveness of this Mosquito Spray Repellent in repelling
mosquitoes. This study will benefit the community, because it will help to prevent the high
number of diseases caused by mosquitoes in public places. Another one is the household,
because it can lower the possibility of mosquito related diseases in their own houses. This will
also benefit the researchers for their study will be reliable resource for their research about the
effectiveness of Oregano and Garlic extract as a mosquito-repellent spray.
D. SCOPE OR LIMITATION OF THE STUDY
This Mosquito-Repellent spray is designed just for repelling and not for killing mosquitoes. This
spray is capable for its own purpose only. Keep away from reach of children.

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Chapter II
REVIEW OR RELATED LITERATURE OF THE
STUDY
There is a long history of using GARLIC to get rid of many insects, from slug to
mosquito. In particular, garlic has a reputation for protecting people from mosquito bites.
Garlic is more effective at repelling some species of mosquito than others. Whatever the
mechanism, garlic's ability to repel a variety of pests has been proven scientifically. Its effect
against mosquitoes specifically is less well documented however there is much anecdotal
evidence to support it.
If you wish to protect an entire area such as your garden, you could treat it with one of
the commercially available garlic based sprays you can buy. For individuals, study have shown
that coating the body with a jelly based compound including garlic can keep mosquitoes away
for some time. Obviously such a method, whilst effective against bites, has fairly major social
side effects! (Warning: the allicin in garlic is very strong and can result in skin problems and
allergic reactions. Consult your doctor)
Fortunately, you probably don't have to go that far. There is strong anecdotal evidence
that simply consuming more garlic can help to prevent mosquito bites. So garlic might help deter
mosquitoes - but it won't stop them.
Garlic bulbs contain an amino acid that converts to a substance called allicin when
crushed, blended or chopped. The characteristic odor released as a result of this process has
powerful properties. When garlic extract is absorbed by a plant, biochemical changes take place
in its foliage which cause it to actively repel insects, says Parker, In short, plants are provided
with a long-lasting case of garlic breathe that causes insects to move elsewhere.
This article is based on the research of (Garlic as a Natural Mosquito Repellent/
Garlic Central/ 2014) and (Use Garlic to Naturally Repel Mosquitoes and Treat West Nile Virus/
NaturalNews/ July 2013).

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OREGANO contains carvacrol, a natural insect repellent. Repelling mosquitoes does not
have to mean using harsh chemicals on your skin or your belongings. You can use a
natural mosquito repellent, like oil of oregano, instead. Oil of oregano contains a compound
called carvacrol, which acts to repel insects. Carvacrol is found in other natural insect repellents
that are effective against mosquitoes, including mint and thyme.
You can purchase oil of oregano at health food stores or create your own by pouring a
pint of boiling water over a cup of chopped fresh oregano and letting the mixture sit for several
hours. Place a few drops of oil of oregano on outdoor furniture to keep mosquitoes away when
you are outside.
Strain the homemade oregano mixture into a spray bottle and sprits down pets to protect
them from mosquitoes. Add a few drops of oil of oregano to soaps and shampoos to
add mosquito repellent to your normal bathing routine during the worst of mosquito season. If
you do not like the scent of oregano, then using oil of oregano as a mosquito repellent will not be
pleasant.
The oil concentrates the odour and makes it more potent than found in the plant. You
might be better off using a different natural repellent, like citrus or rose geranium oil.
This article is based from the research of (Oregano: Health Benefits, Side Effects/
MNT/ September 2015)_
In the Philippines, dengue is reported as a leading cause of childhood
hospitalisations.1By September 2011, the disease had already resulted in 285
deaths of children between 1 and 9 years of age2 (Table 1). Fatalities for the 19
years-of-age cohort accounted for nearly 60% of deaths due to dengue in 2011,
which highlights the importance of early vaccination for young children in
endemic regions when a vaccine becomes available.
As a mother and doctor, I have personally experienced the impact that
dengue has on the family. When my son contracted dengue, he reached his
second day (the critical phase for the risk of haemorrhage) without fever, but still
experienced a significantly decreased white blood count and an alarmingly low
platelet count. Fortunately, the infection did not result in hypotensive shock or
haemorrhage and my son made a full recovery. However, the scenario that
unfolded is typical of many families in the Philippines and other dengue endemic
areas.
This issue will focus on the epidemiology of dengue in children, current
surveillance systems and national efforts to stop mosquitoes from spreading. The
introduction of a vaccine will be essential to control the spread of infection that
can have devastating consequences in both children and adults.

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Chapter III
METHODOLOGY
A. PROCEDURE
In making this Mosquito Spray Repellent, the researchers extract Oregano leaves
(20 pieces). Then filter it by using a strainer and put it on a small cup after the extracting process.
They also extract Garlic bulb (1 piece) using mortar and pestle. After extracting, they filter it and
put it on another small cup. On the next part, the researchers put the two said extracts in the same
can. They stir it well until the oregano and the garlic extract is equally distributed. After mixing
the researchers put the mixed extracts on a spray bottle and keep it on a dry place.

Figure 1. Extracting the

Oregano Leaves

Figure 2. Filtering the

Oregano Extracts

Figure 3. Extracting the Garlic

Bulbs

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B. Observation about the study

When the researchers get the extract of the oregano using the mortar and pestle,
they observe that it is easy to get because the OREGANO have a smooth physical appearance
that made the leaves to make or to have more extracts. And based on the researchers the extract
is color green and it is just like thin liquid ( malabnaw ). In the other side, when the researchers
extract the garlic using the mortar and pestle, the final extract of the garlic is color yellowish
brown and the texture is gooey liquid (malapot). Moreover, when the researchers combine the
extracts of garlic and oregano, they observed that it was easy to stir.

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Chapter IV
RESULTS AND DISCUSSION
Extracting the oregano leaves and garlic using the mortar and pestle makes the work
easier for the researchers. This way makes their extracts more pure and effective for repelling
mosquitoes. And all of the extracts theyve got were used in making their mosquito-repellent
spray more effective.
Results of the capability of the Spray in preventing insects are the following:
MOSQUITO-REPELLENT SPRAY
TABLE 1: Effectiveness of OREGANO and GARLIC extracts as Mosquito-repellent spray
Mosquito-Repellent Spray

Specific Place

Effectiveness Time

Trial 1
Trial 2
Trial 3

Near the garbage

Near the clothes
In the garden

15 mins.
19 mins.
22 mins

In Trial 1, it shows that here are only small amount of mosquitoes died near the garbage.

And maybe its because of the number of amount of the extracts they mix in the said Spray.
In Trial 2, it shows that most of the mosquitoes in the garbage died because of its appearance

and number of extracts.

In Trial 3, it shows that the Spray is effective for the mosquitoes went away from the
garbage for a longer period of time.

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Chapter V
CONCLUSIONS
Oregano and Garlic mosquito repellent spray is a good and effective for repelling
mosquitoes because of its natural and strong scent that prevent without harm in people neither in
the environment. This product proves that an effective insect-spray repellent comes in reasonable
cost. And this spray can be made by any household or community members because all of the
ingredients are locally available and easy to find.
The beneficial effects of the oregano leaves extract in getting rid of insects are
proven to be effective by many researchers, teachers or other professors. And this effective
natural extract became more powerful when combined with other powerful ingredient like the
garlic that makes the spray more effective and powerful.

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Chapter VI
RECOMMENDATIONS
Based on the respective result of the study we conducted, it was highly recommended
that this product entitled oregano and garlic mosquito repellent spray can be used in any houses
in any part of our Municipality or our country.
It is recommended too that other easy to find plants or ingredients should be tried out in
making different products that can help us in preventing some issues about our health without
disturbing our environment.

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BIBLIOGRAPHY
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http://www.naturalnews.com/041421_West_Nile_Virus_mosquito_repellent_garlic.html
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