Everyone's heard of Pepper Spray, and usually, they've heard something negative. Police and other law enforcement workers have used pepper spray for crowd control and on individual criminals, but this is actually a good tool for self-defense. Pepper spray makes the eye stimulate tears due to capsaicin, the same chemical that gives chili peppers their heat. It can be painful, but if someone is attempting to attack you then they want to inflict pain upon you.
Advantages of Pepper Spray
Pepper spray gets mentioned a lot on the news in a negative way, but there are many advantages to using this as a defensive tool. Pepper spray should not be treated as a weapon. When it’s used the right way and administered per instructions, pepper spray is a very safe and effective protective device that can literally save your life.
You can Keep a Distance
You don't need to get close to an attacker to use pepper spray effectively. In fact, for pepper spray to work at its best you need to stand at least two arm lengths away from your target.
You can Keep it with You All the Time
Pepper spray is made in a small, compact size, and comes with cases that can be attached to a keychain. It's very easy to carry pepper spray, and it's an item that you'll want to keep with you at all times.
The Effects Wear off
When used properly, pepper spray only causes pain for a limited amount of time. After about 40 minutes, the effects of pepper spray will wear off. Administer pepper spray correctly, and it won't cause any lasting harm.
Anyone can Use it
Pepper spray can be used by anyone because all you have to do is point it and press the button. If you're outside, ensure that the wind isn't blowing in your face before you push the trigger. Otherwise, you could end up pepper spraying yourself!
It makes You Feel Safer
You may never need to use your pepper spray, and obviously, that would be ideal. But knowing that you have pepper spray will make you feel safer everywhere you go because you actually are safer. Keep it with you, and you'll know that you can always protect yourself.
It will Incapacitate an Attacker
Pepper spray has immediate and very painful effects. When it's sprayed directly in a person's face, pepper spray can cause trouble breathing, temporary blindness, coughing, and a burning sensation. Pepper spray makes it impossible for an attacker to continue coming at you, which gives you enough time to get away and get to safety.
It's Totally Legal
Pepper spray is allowed in all 50 states, though some states have regulations regarding how much pepper spray you're allowed to carry. Container sizes for pepper spray may be limited to as little as 1.2 ounces. This is a small amount, but it is still more than enough to keep an attacker away.
It Works Against Animals, too.
Pepper spray can be used for self-defense against more than just humans. Bear sprays that are designed for use in mountainous areas are made with some of the same ingredients as pepper spray. And when push comes to shove, pepper spray can be used against bears and other wild animals. If you're being charged by a potentially dangerous animal, pepper spray can save you from a painful and potentially fatal attack.
You can Choose Between Types
There are multiple options when it comes to pepper spray. Some applicators shoot out a stream or jet of liquid, while others send out a fog or a mist of pepper spray. Though not as common as the other two types, foam or gel is available as well.
It’s easy and affordable
Pepper spray is not only widely available, but it’s also highly affordable. A single tube of pepper spray can be purchased pretty cheaply from many places, including online stores.
Using Pepper Spray
It’s very easy to use pepper spray, and when used correctly it’s effective at self-defense against people and animals who may wish to do you harm. There are many advantages to having pepper spray, even if it’s never used. Don’t let the reputation of pepper spray keep you from using a defensive tool that can make you a lot safer in every situation.
Published by Umar Bajwa