How to Get Rid of the Burning or Stinging on Hands After Cutting Hot Peppers
Hot peppers of all families contain a chemical known as capsaicin. When capsaicin comes into contact with your skin, it triggers pain receptors, resulting in an unpleasant burning sensation. Although capsaicin won't actually cause chemical burns, it will make your skin feel like it's burning up. Capsaicin is an alkaline chemical that's oil-like and not water soluble, so simply rinsing your hands with water won't remove it from your skin.
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