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[–] 12 points 7 months ago (5 children)

Capsaicin is non-soluble in water and basically doesn't wash off.

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  • [–] 28 points 7 months ago* (4 children)

    Neither are oils, that's why you use soap to wash. People don't become spicy for life after touching peppers

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  • [–] 18 points 7 months ago (3 children)

    Ok, I have an experiment for you. Go touch some really hot chili peppers, then wash you hands. With soap. Three times, if you like. Then rub your eyes. Then tell me that felt absolutely fine. Go ahead, I'll wait.

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