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What is the SipChip?

The SipChip is a great item to own if you plan on attending social events in college. Many times we are often over-trusting of our peers and when they get us a drink we indulge. However, college students no longer have to worry about whether their drink has been drugged. The SipChip uses chemical technology to reveal whether or not the drink has been contaminated. The SipChip is 99.3% accurate and has saved many college students. 

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How much does it cost?

SipChips start at $14.99 for a pack of three with a key ring holder and a phone case holder. They also have a pack of five which also includes two key rings and two phone case holders for $27.99. Their last package contains a pack of ten SipChips which costs $44.99. 

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How does it work?

As it shows in the video below, the user of the SipChip with peel off the foil backing to reveal the test. Then the user will take a droplet of the liquid to put on the test. It tasks two full minutes to get the final results. If there is one line, it means that the drink has been contaminated with; however, if there are two lines it means your drink is safe. If there are no lines try again. 

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Where to find it?

You can find the SipChip on the SipChip website or other relators like Amazon.

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Nimb Ring:

What is the Nimb Ring?

 The Nimb Ring is a ring with a discreet panic button on the inside of it. With the click of a button, the ring will contact the police and send them to your location. It has hypoallergenic materials and is rechargeable. This product created by a woman who had been attacked in broad daylight. She was almost killed and knew that something had to be out there for people who find themselves in these situations. 

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How much does it cost?

The Nimb Ring has three option plans. The first option is paying monthly for $29.95. Next, you can pay $26.95 for half a year and annually you can pay $23.95. The ring comes in two colors which are white and black. 

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How does it work?

The Nimb Ring is connected to your phone and no matter where you are the second you press the button on the bottom of your ring the police are sent an alert with your location information. The police immediately respond to this and attempt to get to your location as quickly as possible. 

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Where to find it?

You can find this product on the Nimb Ring website.

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Pepper spray:

What is Pepper Spray?

 Pepper spray is a lachrymatory agent. It is a very helpful tool in self-defense. Its inflammatory effects cause the eyes to close, taking away vision. This gives the victim the opportunity to get away from their attacker. Pepper Spray has been around for years and is a great way to defend yourself if you even find that you are in a bad situation.

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How much does it cost?

Pepper Spray is relatively on the cheaper side of self-defense tools. It can cost anywhere from $8- $50 dollars. The amount it costs all depends on how much you purchase and where you purchase it.

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How does it work?

Pepper spray is a lachrymatory agent. That means it stimulates the eyes to produce tears. An oil known as oleoresin capsicum is the main component in pepper spray. When the attacker comes into contact with the pepper spray it will create a burning sensation, which will cause the attacker to stop.

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Where to find it?

You can find Pepper Spray many places such as local hardware stores, Home Depot, or Sabre.

Kubotan:

What is a Kubotan? 

Kubotan is a self-defense keychain weapon that you can attach to your keys, bag, or lanyard. It is made up of a hard plastic that is meant to harm your attacker if you are even caught in a situation where someone is threatening your life. 

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How much does it cost?

Kubotan's can range anywhere from $5 to $25. This self-defense tool is also on the cheaper code and can be great if you have access to it when you're being attacked.

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How does it work?

There are several different uses for the Kubotan. If you attached it to your keys, you could use it as a handle to swing your keys and use that as a weapon. It could also be used as a stabbing weapon. The Kubotan concentrates the pressure applied into small areas making it painful for the attacker. Because the Kubotan is not actually a knife it is completely safe to carry on you. 

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Where to find it?

You can find these on several websites such as The Home Security Super Store or Amazon.

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Personal Alarm:

What is a Personal Alarm?

 A personal alarm is used as a self-defense device. When it is activated, it produces an extremely loud sound, which creates an ear-piercing alert. This can be a great self-defense tool for scaring off an attacker. Many times an attacker will flee once there is a loud sound because they do not want the attention being drawn to them. 

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How much does it cost?

 A Personal Alarm can cost anywhere from $8.99 to $28.99. Many times these alarms come in a pack of anywhere from 2 to 10.

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How does it work?

The personal alarm has two features that you could use to sound the alarm. You can either sound it by pressing a button or by pulling the pin on the alarm. To stop the alarm you can either press the button again or putting the pin back into the Personal Alarm.

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Where to find it?

You can either find it on Sabre or on other relators like Amazon.

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Flashlight: 

What is a Flashlight?

A flashlight is a portable light that is smaller enough it can be carried on person. Depending on the type of flashing depends on the wattage and battery size that it has. 

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How much does it cost?

A good self-defense flashlight can cost anywhere from $9.99 to $100+. However, any flashlight could always help, if you are on a budget.

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How does it work?

In order to use a flashlight, first, you need to flip the switch so that the flashlight can turn on. Then you need to shine the light from the flashlight into the attacker's eyes. This will blind them so it gives you an opportunity to escape.

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Where to find it?

You can find flashlights almost anywhere, but if you were looking for a self-defense flashlight you can find them on Amazon or other websites that specialize in that certain flashlight. 

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Revolar:

What is a Revolar?

 Revolar is a  personal safety device that allows you to contact your emergency contacts if you are ever in need of help or if you are in danger. This button also connects to an app on your phone. This is a great self-defense tool if you are in danger and need a quick way to get in touch with your loved ones.

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How much does it cost?

The Classic Revolar costs $34.99 and the Instinct Revolar is $79.99.

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How does it work?

When you purchase the Revolar the first thing that you have to do is connect the device to your phone. Once that is set up everything is ready to go. If you click the button once it sends out your location to your emergency contacts just to let them know where you are. Two clicks will send a message to your emergency contacts with your location and a request for a call or text message to get them out of a certain situation. Three clicks send your location to your emergency contacts and alert them that you are in a. dire situation.

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Where to find it?

You can find this product on the Revolar website.

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Whistle: 

What is a Whistle?

 A whistle is an item that produces a high pitched sound when the user blows into the open mouth bit. A whistle or a rape whistle could be a great item to have on hand because many times an attacker will stop once there is a loud sound since they do not want the attention being drawn to them.

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How much does it cost?

Whistles can cost anywhere from $5.99 to $9.99. They are a very cheap self-defense tool and can be bought in packages for cheap.

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How does it work?

Working with a whistle is simple. All you have to do is take the open mouth bit of the whistle and blow as hard as you can to create the loudest pitch. The louder the pitch the more likely your attacker will flee.

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Where to find it?

You can find whistles almost anywhere, such as your local hardware store, or you can find them on Amazon.

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InvisaWear:

What is Invisawear?

 Invisawear is a small charm, whether it be on a key chain necklace or bracelet, that has a panic button on the backside of it. This is great for situations when you cant reach for your phone or if you do not have it. After pressing the back of the charm it sends out your location to your emergency contacts. 

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How much does it cost?

Invisawear can cost anywhere from $129.00 to $249.00 depending on which type of jewelry you decide to buy.

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How does it work?

By tapping the small emergency button twice on the back of your jewelry, it will send you location and an emergency message to your emergency contacts that you are in danger. When you purchase this item, all you need to do is sync the jewelry with the app on your phone and you're ready to go. 

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Where to find it?

You can find this item on the Invisawear website.

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Lipstick Stun:

What is a Lipstick Stun?

 A Lipstick Stun is a stun gun that is concealed to look like a stun gun. A Lipstick Stun can be a great self-defense tool as it paralyzed your attacker with pain, which can give you enough time to get away.

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How much does it cost?

The Lipstick Stun can cost anywhere from $18.95 to $28.95 depending on the voltage. The Lipstick Stun also comes in several different colors.

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How does it work?

All you need to do is press the button on the side of the stun gun to activate it. This product is rechargeable and has a flashlight attached to it. All you have to do is activate it and stun them. 

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Where to find it?

You can find this on the website Women on Guard or Amazon.

Safelet:

What is Safelet?

Safelet is a wristband that will contact your emergency contacts at the click of a button. This is a great product when you can reach your phone when being attacked. All you need to do is sync the bracelet to your phone and you're ready to go. It is rechargeable and easy to use. b  

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How much does it cost?

The Safelet only costs $89.95 and comes in black.

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How does it work?

All you need to do is press the panic button when you are in a stressful situation and an alreat will go out to your parents with your location and a message. In the app, your emergency contacts can call the authorities or simply send you a message to get out of a situation. Once you sync your bracelet with the app you are all ready to go.

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Where to find it?

You can find the Safelet on their website.

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Circle of Six: 

What is the Circle of Six?

 Circle of 6 is an iPhone app for college-aged students that can help them out when they are in dangerous situations. You create the contact list and when you are in need of help you can send out a message that will go to all of your contacts and the messages are preset.

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How much does it cost?

This app doesn't cost anything and can be a great help.

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How does it work?

All you need to do is download the app, set six of your contacts that you want to be in your Cirlce of Six, then whenever you are in danger you can press any of the safety features on the app that will either contact your Circle of Six or authorities.

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Where to find it?

You can find this in their website.