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Composition And Use Of Personal Defense Sprays

Pepper spray is a highly useful self defense spray. Also called OC (oleoresin capsicum) these sprays contain derivative of pepper capsaicin and is composed of small granular particles giving it the ability to be projected through aerosol spray. The amount of capsaicin a spray contains determines how hot it is. Naturally, the hotter the material the more potent its potential as a self defense spray.

Available without a permit, defense sprays are easy to acquire, but some states restrict some types and chemicals. The common pepper spray contains the “OC” derivative, so always check the type of spray prior to purchase.

Because the OC defense sprays are extremely inflammatory, they cause the eyes to shut, the throat to swell causing uncontrollable choking, intense burning sensations to the face and skin, and the nose to run. These symptoms are quite painful to a would-be-attacker. This makes pepper sprays with OC very effective self defense weapons.

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The user must be careful to only use a self defense spray when absolutely necessary. However, when a credible threat to the safety or health emerges, use of the spray must be quick and determined.

Based on years of experience, we recommend the following tips when carrying and using self defense or pepper sprays.

1. Always hold the dispenser upright in your hand and place the thumb on the top of the spray while being careful to point the dispensing end away from you. Keeping the dispenser handy is key to being prepared for a potential attack.

2. Should the time arise to use the spray, aim the spray at the attackers face. Then move the stream in figure-eight pattern to make it difficult for the attacker to avoid it.

3. Get the spray into your attackers’ mouth and eyes. The spray may not stop him all together but will slow him down enough so you can get away. Immediately after application , leave the area and get to a public place and call 911.

Self defense sprays are available in a variety of packages including lipstick cases, fake cell phones and key chain ornaments. Remember though to find a spray containing the OC chemical as others are simply not as effective.

Personal safety is an individual responsibility and a good pepper or self defense spray is a solid investment in one’s peace of mind.

Officer Joe Davidson is an experienced law enforcement and public safety officer. Joe owns StunTech Products which distributes personal self defense tools such as defense sprays, stun guns and otJoer systems to improve personal safety at home and work. Free reprint avaialable from: Composition And Use Of Personal Defense Sprays.