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

Question

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

Some smells can be cut and rendered water-soluble with citric acid or isopropyl alcohol or SD alcohol, *some*.