| Pepper spray is a very simple self defence | | | | |
| tool that provides inconspicuous protection | | | | Is Pepper Spray Dangerous for Me? |
| without violence. Once sprayed, pepper spray | | | | |
| will irritate the eyes and cause them to | | | | No. Because pepper spray is contained in a |
| tear, which creates temporary discomfort and | | | | high pressure aerosol can it is released in a |
| distorted vision. | | | | steady and easy to aim spray. This ensures |
| | | | that the pepper spray hits only the desired |
| Who is Pepper Spray Used By? | | | | target, making it safe for the user and any |
| | | | innocent bystanders. |
| Pepper spray's history as a self defence item | | | | |
| cannot be questioned. It has been used by | | | | What are some other benefits of Pepper Spray? |
| police officers as a non-violent way to | | | | |
| control dangerous situations. It has also | | | | In addition to being non-lethal, highly |
| established itself as a reliable defence for | | | | effective, and easy to use, pepper spray is |
| hunters and other woodsmen who are at risk of | | | | also inconspicuous and easy to carry. Small |
| attack from wild animals such as coyotes, | | | | canisters can be easily kept in a purse or |
| bears, and wolves. | | | | pocket without drawing attention to |
| | | | themselves. Moreover, pepper spray |
| More than this, pepper spray has evened the | | | | manufacturers have become very innovative |
| playing field for those who may not be as | | | | with their canisters even offering pepper |
| physically strong as the person who they need | | | | spray rings, pens, and key chains. Because |
| protection from. Women and the elderly often | | | | pepper spray is so carrier friendly, this |
| find that carrying pepper spray allows them | | | | ensures that you will be able to carry it |
| to feel secure knowing they could defend | | | | around with you at all times - increasing the |
| themselves even against a large male | | | | likelihood of getting away from an attacker. |
| attacker. | | | | Remember: a self defence tool will only work |
| | | | if you have it on you when you are attacked. |
| Finally, pepper spray is often a favorite for | | | | |
| people who are uncomfortable using force to | | | | Is Pepper Spray Legal? |
| defend themselves - regardless of their | | | | |
| personal strength. New liability laws and | | | | Yes, in the many places citizens are allowed |
| some personal beliefs can make a victim | | | | to protect themselves with pepper spray. |
| hesitant to fight back physically or use a | | | | However, every country, and even every state, |
| more violent self defence tool. Luckily, | | | | has its own laws which are changed regularly. |
| anyone who is either unable or unwilling to | | | | For this reason, you should be sure to |
| use force is still able to protect themselves | | | | research the laws of the area in which you |
| in dangerous situations with pepper spray. | | | | live or are planning to travel before |
| | | | carrying pepper spray with you. |
| How Can Pepper Spray Protect Me? | | | | |
| | | | A great place to start is with . This |
| When faced with a dangerous situation, the | | | | company offers a wide variety of self defense |
| would-be victim simply aims their pepper | | | | tools, including pepper spray and mace, and |
| spray canister at the attacker and sprays. | | | | provides consumers with education on self |
| The pepper spray is then released from a high | | | | protection. In addition to the online |
| pressure aerosol can. The active ingredient | | | | resources, BLJ's Enterprises supplies its |
| in pepper spray is capsaicin. This chemical | | | | customers with personal attention to help |
| is a plant derivative that comes for a member | | | | ensure that they receive the self defense |
| of the chilli pepper family. | | | | item that perfectly suits their needs. |