Odor-Release Efficiency Measurement and the Development of Odoriferous Perlite Wedding Souvenirs

Abstract

This study aimed to compare the efficiency of odor release between odoriferous perlite and flower sachet as well as to develop odoriferous perlite wedding souvenirs. Research instruments are Gas Chromatograph-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS) and Expert opinion questionnaire. Research was processed by odor-release duration efficiency of flower sachet, perlite and film coated perlite as well as bringing 3 sample to analysis then considerate 5 types of sketching design by 5 expert then choose 3 types expert to produce sample of souvenirs. It was found that perlite had the potential to absorb and retain odor more than flower sachet. Particularly, flower sachet could retain and release odor for up to 15 days, while perlite could retain and release odor for more than 30 days. Moreover, natural polymer film made from tapioca starch can be applied to increase the efficiency of perlite. It was found that odoriferous perlite that was coated with the film could retain and release odor for up to 40 days as well as the natural film from starch strengthens perlite, which tends to be porous. The developmental aspect of odoriferous perlite wedding souvenirs, the author was gived same opinion from expert that odoriferous perlite could be substituted for flower sachet and create an identity. The form of souvenirs is based on the flower garland concept. In terms of color and proportion, it was found that the second form (classic) has a suitable color, but the size should be smaller. For the third form (contemporary), the color of Hang Kra Tae should be dark pink, and the color of the Uba in the fourth form (modern) should be lighter to create a prototype and develop perlite to be souvenirs for wedding ceremonies or other celebrations requiring odoriferous souvenirs or potential use in commercial products.