Get Rid Of Oniongarlic Smell On Hands

How To Remove Onion Odor From Your Hands

Preventative Measures

Wear Disposable Gloves

This preventative method will keep the smell of onions off your hands entirely. Wear a pair of disposable gloves while handling onions and dispose of them when finished.

Removal Techniques

Martha's Garlic Odor Removal Method

Step 1: Run Water

Carefully rub your hands under warm running water.

Step 2: Neutralize Odor

That potent odor residue on your hands comes from sulfur molecules in the garlic. The molecules in stainless-steel bind with the sulfur molecules and transfer the smell away.

Other Removal Solutions

Lemon juice works to remove onion smell due to its acid level. This is why vinegar is also a solution, as well as tomato juice, celery juice, mustard, and rubbing alcohol.