Small Wonders of Pepper Spray! Which Should You Buy?

Pepper sprays are one of the most up to the minute in self defense weapons.

Pepper sprays are very affordable; most of them are $20 or less depending on size, very easy to use and are one of the most effective self defense weapons.

Pepper sprays can help even the weakest of persons get away from a potential attacker. Their effectiveness is quite strong and can last for hours after being sprayed. Pepper sprays come in all sizes, forms and styles which doesn’t make it easy to choose the one that’s best for you!

While shopping for pepper spray make sure you look for OC (Oleoresin Capsicum) an ingredient derived from hot peppers. This is very important as some of the sprays on the market do not have OC (Oleoresin Capsicum) and will not work properly. Pepper sprays are measured by Scoville heat (SHU).
How you choose to carry your new self defense weapon is also a major factor as to which style and size you purchase. Pepper sprays come in small sized pens to one pound containers. They can be bought as a keychain style with a detachable latch, lipstick form to carry in your purse, however be careful with this style as you might not be able to easily access it in your purse as it’s very compact and can be easily lost inside your bag! The smallest ½ ounce sizes will have enough pepper spray for approximately 20 - ½ second bursts which is definitely enough to take your attacker down. There is also a visor clip pepper spray, great for the car!

Pepper sprays cause severe lung irritation, coughing, tearing and temporary blindness which can last for hours after being pepper sprayed. Additionally OC (Oleoresin Capsicum) usually ranges from 10% to 18% in strength!

Whichever pepper spray you choose to purchase for you or a loved one, you can be sure it will do the job of taking down your attacker. Many people make light of pepper spray and its power, don’t take it for granted. This little defense tool will take care of business!