# Metallic Cleansing Bars The Amco Rub Away Bar Eliminates Odors Using a Scientific Method By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2015-12-09 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rub-away References: [dudeiwantthat](http://www.dudeiwantthat.com/household/kitchen/amco-rub-a-way-bar.asp) & [amzn](http://amzn.com/B000F8JUJY) Cooking with garlic and onion will inevitably leave a terrible smell on ones hands that never seems to truly wash away, so the Amco Rub Away Bar is innovatively designed to be [used in place of soap](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gardeners-soap-bar). Crafted from stainless steel, the Amco Rub Away Bar works by creating a chemical reaction that's totally safe, even for those with sensitive skin. The Amco Rub Away Bar works with the stainless steel bar, the sulphur on the hands, the water and oxygen to create a chemical reaction that [neutralizes the smells](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dropps-odor-eraser) in a matter of moments. As more consumers move back into the kitchen thanks to foodie culture, the Amco Rub Away Bar is a surefire hit with those looking to enjoy modern cooking, but skip the unwanted after effects. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 60% | Activity: 46% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Kitchen](https://www.trendhunter.com/kitchen) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Chemical Reaction-neutralizing Products:** There is a growing demand for innovative products that use chemical reactions to neutralize unwanted smells and odors. - **Alternative Soap Solutions:** Consumers are seeking alternative soap options that effectively eliminate odors and are safe for sensitive skin. - **Kitchen-focused Innovations:** The rise of foodie culture is driving the need for kitchen-focused innovations that enhance the cooking experience and minimize unpleasant after effects. ### Who This Affects Most - **Home Care Products:** The home care products industry can capitalize on the demand for chemical reaction-neutralizing products by developing similar solutions for other applications. - **Personal Care Products:** Personal care product companies can explore the development of alternative soap solutions that effectively eliminate odors while catering to the needs of individuals with sensitive skin. - **Kitchenware and Appliances:** The kitchenware and appliances industry has an opportunity to create innovative products that enhance the cooking experience and minimize unwanted after effects, such as lingering smells. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dual-Action Bar Soaps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wild-willies-rugged-clean-body-bar.md) - [Charcoal-Infused Soap Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/suds-cos-soap-bar.md) - [Food-Based Body Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/edible-soap.md) - [Enzymatic Dish Soaps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bio-enzyme-liquid-dish-soap.md) - [Soap-Embedded Body Scrubers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/body-smoosh.md) - [Skin-Nourishing Soap Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/curie-body-wash-bars.md) - [Himalayan Deodorant Stones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/himalayan-deodorant-stone.md) - [In-Shower Underarm Washes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/underarm-wash.md) - [Metal-Covered Cookware Sponges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chain-link-scrubber.md)