IPB University Professor Provides Input on the Development of Natural Based Nano Face Serum Products
Prof Mega Safithri, a Professor at IPB University, was present as one of the key experts providing strategic input in the PhytoRed Focus Group Discussion (FGD). During the discussion, she provided input regarding the development of the PhytoRed Face Serum product based on Nano-Red Betel and Nano-Propolis.
The activity was part of the Pre-Feasibility Study for the Technology Driven Priority Research Downstreaming Program for the 2025 Fiscal Year. Its goal was to ensure the product is ready to enter the downstreaming stage in a scientific, safe, halal, and in compliance with regulations.
This FGD aimed to obtain strategic input from experts and stakeholders in order to refine the direction of product development before entering the downstreaming stage.
Prof Mega highlighted the importance of consistency and clarity of raw material sources, including the uniformity of supplier standards.
“Product development must be supported by a comprehensive Product Information File (DIP), covering raw material source specifications, extract manufacturing methods, process validation, as well as quality and safety data, including stability tests and phytochemical analysis,” she explained during the FGD at Nano Herbaltama Internasional, South Tangerang City, Banten.
The PhytoRed FGD also featured experts from various institutions, including Prof Apt Heni Rachmawati from the Bandung Institute of Technology (ITB). She highlighted the aspects of safety and side effect monitoring, especially for nanotechnology-based products. According to her, safety must be ensured from the selection of raw materials to the final product used by the public.
From a strategy and market perspective, Deputy CEO of MarkPlus Institute, Ardhi Ridwansyah, CPM emphasized that regulatory compliance, transparency of claims, and consumer trust are key to the competitiveness of research downstreaming products. Products must not only be scientifically superior, but also have a clear and sustainable market positioning.
The discussion also highlighted the standardization of nanomaterials as well as the halal aspects of products, starting from raw materials and solvents to additives. All production stages must fulfill halal principles and consumer safety. FGD participants also received an explanation regarding the START BPOM features and official consultation services as a guide from the planning stage to product registration.
Through this PhytoRed FGD activity, experts and stakeholders agreed that the development of the PhytoRed Face Serum based on Nano-Red Betel Leaf and Nano-Propolis must be carried out scientifically, comply with regulations, uphold halal principles, and be oriented toward consumer safety and needs.
The results of this FGD are expected to become a strategic foundation for refining the proposal, production methods, and product downstreaming process to the next stage. (*/Rz) (IAAS/ANF)
