USK Students Create Eco-Friendly Hand Cream from Papaya Peel Waste and Cinnamon Oil
Banda Aceh, October 20, 2025 – A group of interdisciplinary students from Universitas Syiah Kuala (USK) has successfully developed an innovative skincare product called KAYE, a multifunctional hand cream made from papaya peel waste and cinnamon oil. This innovation represents a concrete example of combining science and creativity to utilize local natural resources while promoting environmental sustainability. The KAYE product was developed under the supervision of Apt. Nadia Isnaini, S.Farm., M.Sc., with team members coming from various study programs, including Pharmacy, Communication Science, and Management. This cross-disciplinary collaboration became the …


