Is Pepper Spray Legal in Washington DC?
Apparently, there needs to be more clarity with some large online retailers who will not ship pepper spray to this crime-ridden area, although Jason Voorhees approved machetes can arrive in 2 days… However, the answer is: Yes, pepper spray is legal in Washington, D.C. Of course, there are some restrictions on its use. For example, […]
Pepper Spray Not Recommended? Are You Serious?
Last week I was talking to a parent of one of the teenagers I teach martial arts to. It came up in conversation that besides teaching karate, I sell self-defense products online. Giving him a very brief 15-second elevator pitch I continued, “I sell pepper spray, stun guns, telescopic batons…” At that, he kinda recoiled […]
Self-Defense Pepper Spray Myths and Facts
Pepper spray, an increasingly popular choice for many individuals seeking a sense of security and empowerment, is a highly effective self-defense tool. Unfortunately, there are numerous myths and misconceptions about pepper spray that often prevent individuals from using it to its full potential. One common misconception is that pepper spray acts instantaneously when in reality, […]
Historical Pepper Spray: From Ancient China to the Modern World
Pepper spray was first used as a self-defense product in the 1980s, but its history as a weapon dates back much further. In ancient India and China, red chili pepper was used for personal protection. In China, people would wrap ground cayenne pepper in rice paper and throw it in the faces of their attackers. […]
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 […]