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orangecrush

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8. Don't use dairy products

Reply to ihaveaquestion (Original post)

Mon Feb 2, 2026, 04:30 PM

4 hrs ago

The oil in the spray can damage the outer surface of the eye, and milk can contain bacteria, leading to infection.

Best solution I've seen is baby shampoo mixed with water.

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What To Do If You Get Pepper Sprayed [View all] ihaveaquestion 11 hrs ago OP

Good to know ... thanks! Diamond_Dog 11 hrs ago #1

This YouTuber is quite brilliant wolfie001 10 hrs ago #2

Thanks for the tip Wild blueberry 9 hrs ago #3

From personal experience...lemon juice works best. pecosbob 8 hrs ago #4

diluted? Evolve Dammit 7 hrs ago #5

Mix with water is best...make sure to use soap and water to thoroughly wash exposed areas. pecosbob 5 hrs ago #6

Very good advice for the eyes Warpy 5 hrs ago #7

Don't use dairy products orangecrush 4 hrs ago #8