Most Common Effects of Pepper Spray

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We get lots of questions about pepper sprays, commonly referred to as mace or OC sprays, but more often than not the question is, "what are the effects of pepper spray?" 

Here are the Most Common Effects of Pepper Spray:

1. Swelling of Mucous Membranes of Eyes, Nose & Throat
2. Nasal & Sinus Discharge
3. Coughing
4. Shortness of Breath
5. Drying of the Eyes
6. Involuntary Eye Closure
7. Painful Burning of the Skin
8. Hyperventilation
9. Psychological Effects: Fear, Anxiety & Panic

Our experience tells us any combination of these effects can last about 30 minutes. If you do have to use pepper spray, wash your hands with soap and water as soon as possible. 

It's important to remember this - all effects are temporary. The major benefit to using pepper spray is it is a non-lethal way to defend yourself and provides you time to escape a dangerous situation. 

If you're interested in learning more about what ingredients are found in SABRE pepper sprays, head over to our formulations page!