Onion Goggles
Carry-on a conversation while chopping, mincing or dicing onions without crying!
These comfortable goggles with a foam seal protect the eyes from irritating onion vapors. Anti-fog for maximum clarity and eye protection.
Unisex design fits most face shapes - these goggles will NOT fit over glasses which would prevent a seal.
* These goggles are NOT designed for use as safety glasses nor do they have corrective lenses.
Order includes: one pair of goggles with a plastic protective case. Remember to wash hands before removing glasses.
So why do onions make us cry?
When onions are cut, an enzyme called sulfoxide lyase and sulfuric compounds are released from the broken cells. When exposed to air, they react with one another to form a vapor called thiopropanal sulfoxide. As this vapor evaporates, it irritates our eyes and causes us to cry. Kitchen folklore remedies such as burning candles or matches, slicing onions under water and freezing the onions before cutting are comical at best. The two methods proven most effective in preventing onion-cutting tears are wearing goggles or contact lenses.