Eli5: Why do some smells like fuel oil or garlic stay on hands for hours even after extensive scrubbing and washing?

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Eli5: Why do some smells like fuel oil or garlic stay on hands for hours even after extensive scrubbing and washing?

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Answer 1

If you have a stainless steel sink, start washing your hands as normal, then rub the sink with your hands and rinse. Takes away most odors; sometimes it takes two or three handwashes.