College women face unusually high numbers of threats in their environment. College campuses act as magnets for predators and women are the targets of those predators. That is one of the reasons why this College Woman Safety Kit was put together.

The contents can help keep women safe in their dorm room and when they go out on campus. It contains a door brace which can help keep the dorm room door closed. There is an innocent looking can of hairspray that is really a hidden can safe to hide keys, money or other valuables in plain sight.

The kit contains the popular manual on “Tactical Use of Pepper Sprays.” A simple lipstick tube is really a powerful pepper spray. Then there is a powerful stun gun. One of the most popular overlooked items is a loud personal alarm that can be used to scare an assailant away or draw attention to your situation it should you feel threatened.

If your daughter is headed off how each or if she’s already there this “College Woman Safety” kit is an absolute must.

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When you mention the words “pepper sprays” most people think of Mace brand and for very good reason. Mace brand is not only been around for a long time but they continue to be the number one selling pepper spray brand in the world. They go to extraordinary lengths to test their products before they are sold. No one else does.

Did you know that they test each pepper spray for leaks before its packaged? Nobody else does that! That testing is your guarantee that the product will work the first time and every time.

One of their more popular products is the Mace Pepper Gun. It has a unique dispensing system that allows you to shoot from any angle, even upside down. The “bag in a can” technology holds enough OC 10% solution for seven 25 foot shots-the longest range of any self defense product. That allows you to defend yourself against multiple attackers. Many customers like it as a self defense against dog attacks too because of the extra range it has.

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There are many manufacturers of pepper spray. Mace is probably one of the best-known but “Pepper Shot Brand” is right up there too. It has a very fine grain that is more effective than the coarser grains of other pepper sprays which is why it is more effective. It is rated at 2 million Scoville heat units (SHU) which is a common measurement of “hotness.”

Pepper sprays contain the resin of a very hot pepper and use that as the basis for the spray. A 10% solution of Oleoresin capsicum, or OC for short, is the main ingredient in most pepper sprays. It causes shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, it is a major irritant to the eyes causing tearing so badly that the eyes may actually shut. And the pain-oh yes, there’s lots of pain. A pepper spray can disable an assailant for up to 45 minutes.

Pepper spray is the most widely used and sold self defense product in the world.

The Key Chain Pepper Spray contains five one second bursts up to 8 feet away.

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There are several categories of self defense products on the market today so consumers may get a little bit confused when it comes to time to getting one. Here’s some information about all of them so you might be able to decide is which one is best for you.

Pepper sprays are very inexpensive and can disable an assailant for up to 45 minutes. The main issue with them is that most times that you would use it you are outdoors and wind can carry a spray off target. A pepper gel holds up much better and outdoor conditions.

Stun guns are hand held devices that can disable an assailant for up to 10 minutes. It has to be applied to the assailant for it to work. Many people don’t like that but when your life is on the line, a stun gun is the answer. Prices start at $30-$40.00.

Tasers are a form of a stun device that are nearly 100% effective. They are more expensive for sure but what is your life worth? So if you have the money, tasers are the most effective self defense item.

Personal Alarms are on average the cheapest of all self defense products. They will not disable an assailant. But if you’re in a parking lot on a dark night and in a dangerous situation a personal alarm can make a loud enough noise to scare the assailant away and or bring attention to your situation.

When you get right down to it, we always recommend that you carry at least two self defense products.

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The growing rate of crime in various parts of the world has necessitated the design and development of self defense products that can be used in the face of danger. Though there are innumerable self defense products present in the market today, products such as pepper sprays and stun guns are the most popular. There are a number of reasons for these two products to be most preferred as compared to the rest.

The prime reason for people to opt for these products is that they are easily available. Most of the states also legally allow the use of pepper spray and stun guns because they only temporarily disable the person and do not cause any permanent damage. While the pepper spray causes irritation when it comes in contact with the mucus membrane, the stun gun passes small electrical shocks through the body of the person and momentarily throws them off guard giving the victim enough time to escape.

These self defense weapons are also easier to carry around at all times because they are small and light in weight. The cost of these weapons is also affordable by people with any budget; however, it is imperative to check the laws of your region before buying these products and using them.

The pepper spray is the most popular self defense product today not only because it is easily available, but also because it can be used easily without undergoing any specific training. There are so many varieties of pepper sprays available that it can be a time consuming task to choose the right one that suits you the best. There are various factors that you need to keep in mind to narrow down your seas and choose the right spay for your needs.

First of all, have a clear understanding of how big your want the bottle to be. Are you looking for small bottles that can fit your handbag and purse or are you looking for something bigger? Do you want them to be well disguised so you can carry them uninhibited?

The next factor is the range. It is important to buy pepper sprays that can reach over longer distances so you don’t need to get close to the attacker or intruder in order to use it. Also, find out the number of shots provided by the spray. Opt for sprays that allow you to disarm more than one assailant simultaneously.

Buying pepper sprays that have a cone mist nozzle as compared to the stream pattern nozzle is recommended if you are not good at aiming well.

Ensuring you stay well protected at all times is extremely important. Considering the increasing number of crimes, it is imperative to have certain self defense aids around you all the times to defend yourself against intruders and attackers. Though there are a number of self defense products available in the market today, the pepper spray is the most preferred because of its ease of use. Despite this, a lot of people who have the pepper spray hand think twice before using it because of the harm it may inflict on the other person.

If you are also skeptical about using the pepper spray assuming it may incapacitate the other person permanently, here is some good news. First of all, the pepper spray is incapable to injuring a person permanently. The effects of it are temporary, giving you just to allow you enough time to make an escape or call for help.

When you use the pepper spray, ensure you aim at the face of the attacker. The minute the contents of the spray reach the eyes or the mucous membrane in the nose, it leads to extreme irritation and discomfort. It temporarily blinds the attacker, thereby allowing you to flee.

Every home needs to have effective burglar deterrents to keep miscreants at bay and your home safe. There are various burglar deterrents available in the market that can ensure you home stays secure.

The most trusted deterrent is the presence of dogs. Burglars think twice about entering a home that is being guarded by a dog. The most ferocious the breed, safer you home is. If you don’t have a dog at home, but want to keep miscreants at bay, you can either put a sign that reads “Beware of Dog” in the backyard and over the fence or you can get one of the electronic dogs that are available in the market. The electronic dogs start barking when an intruder breaks into the home, thus alerting you and the neighbors.

If you don’t want to opt for alarm systems for the entire house, there are other options to choose from. You can go in for motion detectors or infrared devices that can easily sense movement of people or recognize the heat generated by their body. These devices use these signals to alert home owners and other people in the neighborhood. Motion detectors and infrared devices send out powerful beams of light or sound deafening burglar horns that is sure to throw the burglars off guard and alert everyone in the neighborhood.

A few years ago nobody would have believed that a simple vegetable like pepper can be transformed into a life saving object. The pepper spray uses an ingredient called “oleoresin capsicum” which is normally found in peppers. This is an active ingredient and the moment it establishes contact with any mucous membrane present in the nose, throat, lungs and eyes, it causes inflammation and irritation. This is the reason for its popularity as a self defense weapon.

Oleoresin Capsicum causes inflammation of the mucous membrane. Hence, as soon as it establishes contact with the eyes, it causes heavy tearing and in some extreme cases it restricts breathing and causes temporary blinding. Irrespective of whether this spray is used for defense against animals or to get away from your tormentor, it causes temporary agony for a short span of time during which you can plan your escape. You can be rest assured about the fact that the pepper spray does not cause any permanent or irreversible damage to the person.

The pepper spray makes for a perfect self defense product because it is compact and can be carried around in your handbag without people noticing it. When it is time to use it, ensure you aim at the eyes of the person and move away at the earliest to avoid contact with the spray. Before you purchase it, ensure that the legalities of your region permit its usage.

If you and all of your loved ones aren’t carrying pepper spray right now then shame on you. Pepper spray is one of the easiest and when used properly most effective self defense tools available.

But self defense products are much more than buying a pepper spray and handing it over. It’s very important to know how to use it should you be attacked.

The first thing you want to do is pick the right pepper spray for you. Here are some choices:

- keychain pepper spray: usually small in size, around 1/2 oz, has a keychain for carrying on you keys, approximately 8 foot range and contains 5 one-second bursts

- keychain pepper spray in leatherette or molded holster: same features as the one above with a holster of your choice

- home models: anywhere from 2-9 ounces an they vary in range. Good to keep near doors or other entrances to your home

- car models: include usually a smaller pepper spray about a half ounce and include a visor clip for easy storage and accessibility

- disguised models: made to look like a lipstick case, pen or even jewelry that actually contains pepper spray

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The next step is to get familiar with your pepper spray. Inspect it, hold it in your hands, practice the motions of picking it up and pointing at an attacker. Just get comfortable with it and trust that it will protect you.

Now let’s imagine you are attacked. Before the attack happens your pepper spray should already be in your hand or easily accessible. You should not be digging through your purse or searching around for it.

Most pepper sprays have a safety. And usually the safety is also part of the actuator or sprayer. You’ll want to turn the safety off and then immediately point the pepper spray directly at an attacker’s face and press down on the actuator. It really is that simple.

The more directly you hit someone in the face, the more effective the pepper spray will be.

Pepper spray will do the following to your attacker instantly:
- cause their eyes to slam shut
- deep, heavy coughing/choking
- irritation of the nose, mouth and throat
- a burning sensation
- mucous membranes will swell

These effects will give you more than enough time to escape.

Finally, if you’re someone who has to “see it” to believe it, do one favor for me…spray a tiny amount of pepper spray on your finger and rub around your eyes, nose or mouth. Then email me your reaction!

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