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Summary

In this tutorial, a 10-year-old student from SD Muhammadiyah Sapen Yogyakarta demonstrates how to make homemade paper soap using natural ingredients like betel leaves, aloe vera, and lime. The process includes extracting, boiling, and mixing the ingredients to create a soap solution, which is then applied to used paper. After drying, the paper is cut into portable, practical pieces for handwashing. The video also highlights the savings from making your own soap compared to buying it, and encourages health protocols like proper handwashing and staying safe at home.

Takeaways

• 😀 The speaker introduces themselves as a 10-year-old from SD Muhammadiyah Sapen, Yogyakarta, and explains they are creating a paper soap tutorial for their parents, both healthcare workers.
• 😀 The main ingredients for making the paper soap are betel leaves, lime, aloe vera, and paper. These ingredients are all grown at home.
• 😀 It’s important to wash and dry the betel leaves, aloe vera, and lime before use to ensure cleanliness.
• 😀 Aloe vera contains saponins, which help create bubbles, making it a key ingredient in the soap-making process.
• 😀 The paper soap is made by mixing aloe vera gel, lime juice, and a decoction of betel leaves, then applying the mixture to used paper.
• 😀 After applying the mixture, the paper is left to dry, during which it changes color due to the treatment process.
• 😀 The final step involves cutting the dried paper into convenient, portable shapes, such as small squares, for easy use.
• 😀 The speaker demonstrates how to use the paper soap for washing hands, emphasizing the six steps of proper handwashing.
• 😀 The speaker also shares the potential savings of making homemade paper soap, estimating a yearly savings of 240,000 rupiah compared to buying soap.
• 😀 The video concludes with a reminder to follow health protocols and stay safe while keeping smart, even during the pandemic.

Q & A

What is the purpose of making paper soap in the video?

The purpose of making paper soap in the video is to create a homemade, practical, and eco-friendly alternative for handwashing, especially since the video was recorded during the pandemic when people were advised to stay home.

What materials are used to make the paper soap?

The materials used to make the paper soap include betel leaves, aloe vera, lime, and used paper. Additional tools needed are a scale, knife, spoon, strainer, measuring cup, and a container for mixing.

Why is it important to wash the betel leaves, aloe vera, and lime before use?

It is important to wash the betel leaves, aloe vera, and lime to ensure they are clean and free from dirt or contaminants before incorporating them into the soap-making process.

How is aloe vera prepared in the soap-making process?

Aloe vera is prepared by extracting its gel, which is then strained to remove any impurities and used in the soap-making mixture. The gel contains saponin, which helps create foam in the soap.

What is the significance of the saponin in aloe vera for making soap?

Saponin in aloe vera plays a crucial role in creating the foam and cleansing effect in the soap. It acts as a natural surfactant, which helps in the formation of bubbles and the cleaning process.

How is the paper soap made after mixing the ingredients?

After mixing the ingredients, the solution is applied to the used paper. The paper is then dried until it changes color. Once dry, the paper is cut into practical shapes for easy use.

How is the paper soap cut to make it easy to use?

The paper is folded in half and cut into 3D shapes. After folding, the paper is cut in a specific way to create a practical and portable soap shape that can be used to wash hands.

What can be done with the leftover residue after using the paper soap?

The leftover residue from the soap, such as pulp, should not be thrown away. It can be used to make more paper soap or even be reused creatively in other projects.

What are the benefits of making your own paper soap at home?

Making your own paper soap at home is cost-effective, eco-friendly, and allows you to control the ingredients. It also promotes creativity and provides a sustainable solution during times like the pandemic when going out to buy supplies might not be an option.

How much money can be saved by making paper soap at home instead of buying it?

The video shows that buying paper soap can cost around IDR 20,000 a month, which adds up to IDR 240,000 per year. By making it at home, significant savings can be achieved.