392K views · 6.8K reactions | What's the difference between pepper spray and mace? | Nate Bargatze | Facebook

Pepper spray, commonly known as mace, is designed specifically for self-defense and is a far safer and more reliable option than trying to use any household product as a weapon. Unlike toxic sprays such as paint or cleaners, mace contains ingredients that are non-lethal but highly effective in temporarily disabling an attacker by irritating the eyes, nose, and throat. This gives the victim enough time to escape and call for help without causing permanent injury or putting themselves at risk of p