A pepper spray is known in different other names like OC spray, OC gas, capsicum spray etc. It is a chemical compound that causes tears and pain after applying. It is mainly used to control riot and crowd but now-a-days it has become a favorite self defense weapon among working women, students and travelers.

You may be curious about how it works. The ingredients that are used in these type of spray are oleoresin capsicum which is gathered from cayenne pepper. It is regarded as one of the hottest pepper in the world. This spray is so powerful that it will make your enemy temporarily blind and cause immediate breathing trouble. Though it has no permanent effect it creates a burning sensation for up to one hour on the person it is applied on. It is effective upon everyone whether the person is sober or drunk.

Though the use of pepper spray is legal in most of the states, better consult a lawyer before buying one for you. Be responsible in its use. Only use it when the situation is worse i.e. when you are facing life-threatening danger. Use your common sense in what situation you will use it.

Do not use or carry this type of spray in commercial aircraft. If you do not follow the rule you may be fined a huge amount. If you want to carry it in Federal buildings, State buildings or any such restricted place you should have proper permission.

Before using this self defense spray follow some necessary measure. Maintain a distance between you and the person upon whom you are using it. Otherwise you may be affected by the spray also. You should point the spray to the eyes and the facial areas of your enemy to create burning sensation, breathing problem and temporary blindness. Taste you spray every three months and keep the habit of spraying by practicing spraying. Before buying it see the expiry date and the manufacturing date of the product because the products loses its power when it stays for long on the shelf. So always replace your old can of spray with a new one when the date of expiry gets over.