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Why I Love Pepper Gel, and You Should Too

Pepper spray gel is a type of self-defense spray that is made with a thicker, more concentrated formula than traditional pepper spray. This makes it less likely to blow back on the user and more effective at incapacitating an attacker. Pepper spray gel is also less likely to affect bystanders, making it a safer option […]

Pepper Spray Market Explodes Driven by Rising Crime Rates

Pepper Spray Market Size to Surpass $60 Million by 2028 The pepper spray market is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13.1% through 2028. The growth of the market is attributed to the increasing demand for personal safety products, growing awareness about the effectiveness of pepper spray, and rising crime […]

The Effects of Pepper Spray on a Person

Pepper spray is a self-defense weapon that contains an inflammatory compound called capsaicin. Capsaicin is found in chili peppers and is what gives them their heat. When pepper spray comes into contact with the skin, eyes, or nose, it causes a burning sensation that can be very painful. The effects of pepper spray can last […]

That Shady Parking Lot Pepper Spray Deal

I just recently opened the website Black Belt Defender, but I used to sell all of these self-defense products many years back on a different site. Now that I am getting back into the swing of things, I am recalling a funny story of what I fondly referred to as “That Shady Parking Lot Pepper […]

Pepper Spray Firepower: Spice Up Your Self-Defense

Both chili peppers and self-defense pepper spray can be measured in Scoville Heat Units (SHU) to rate their “hotness” or “heat.” This rating scale was named after the American chemist Wilbur Scoville. The presence and amount of the chemical capsaicin are responsible for the degree of heat. This can be pleasant or unpleasant, depending on […]