PEPPER SPRAY

Pepper spray is a popular means of self-defense which is available in spray cans. It is generally considered a non-lethal means of defense. The active ingredient is capsaicin. Capsaicin is a chemical derived from the fruit of plants in the Capsicum genus, including chilis. Extraction of oleoresin capsicum (OC) from peppers requires capsicum to be finely ground, from which capsaicin is then extracted using an organic solvent such as ethanol. The solvent is then evaporated, and the remaining waxlike resin is the oleoresin capsicum... The active ingredient in pepper spray irritates eyes and skin to cause tears, pain, temporary blindness and burning. The temporary blindness and pain making pepper spray a very effective way to deter or stop any kind of physical attack and permits people using it an opportunity to escape... There are essentially four types of pepper spray products that you can use as a self defense means to increase your safety and personal protection. Each type has its..