How to Stop Hands from Smelling like Weed?

To stop your hands from smelling like weed, here are the most effective methods—ranging from quick fixes to deep cleans:

Quick & Easy Fixes (When You're in a Rush)

1. Rubbing Alcohol or Hand Sanitizer

Dab or spray a little on your hands, rub thoroughly.

Alcohol breaks down the resin (which holds the smell).

Pro tip: Works great for sticky fingers too.

2. Lemon Juice or Vinegar

Rub hands with a lemon wedge or splash of vinegar.

Acids help neutralize the terpenes that cause the weed smell.

3. Stainless Steel Trick

Rub your hands on stainless steel (like a sink or spoon) under cold water.

Works surprisingly well for odor removal (used for garlic/onion smells too).

1. Soap + Warm Water + Scrub

Use dish soap (like Dawn) and scrub with a nail brush or loofah.

Focus on under fingernails and between fingers.

2. Coffee Grounds or Baking Soda

Scrub hands with either of these for 30–60 seconds, rinse thoroughly.

They absorb and neutralize odors.

3. Hand Degreaser (Mechanic’s Soap)

Something like Gojo or Fast Orange will remove stubborn smells and residue.

Use Gloves (latex, nitrile, or even food-safe gloves) while handling flower.

Use Tongs, Scoopers, or Rolling Trays instead of your hands.

Apply a Barrier Lotion beforehand (like Working Hands or even lotion), which can help resin wash off more easily.

Apply a light scented lotion or essential oil (like tea tree or lavender) to mask any lingering traces.

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