Pepper spray first aid
Pepper spray is a chemical which immediately affects the body in a severe manner. If you are ever shot with pepper spray, there are a few tips you should know about first-aid response to it.
First of all, there is no way to neutralize the effects of pepper spray, although they can be lessened. Capsaicin, the active ingredient in the spray, is not soluble in water, so no matter how much you douse yourself in it, nothing will change. You should blink vigorously to encourage tears, which will help flush it from your eyes and wash it from your face with soap, shampoo, dish washing detergent, or other detergents. Milk will also provide some relief from the burning sensation, as will ice, cold water, a cold surface, or a fan.