definitely works for getting rid of onion or garlic smells off your hands. you can use a spoon or knife or even the sink surface. i believe that the steel acts

definitely works for getting rid of onion or garlic smells off your hands. you can use a spoon or knife or even the sink surface. i believe that the steel acts as a catalytic surface, but have no hard evidence. but try rubbing a spoon over your fingers under running water next time youve cut garlic and see for yourself.