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Gas mask recommendations for tear gas? (slrpnk.net)

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Are there any cheaper options that can be bought on Aliexpress? Since tear gas comes in larger particules, will a P100 do? What about pepper spray?

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[–] [email protected] 4 points 1 month ago* (last edited 1 month ago)

I could suggest a half face mask (no more than 20-25€), combined with some cheap swim goggles (less than 5€).

Just to note that different chemicals can be used in different places, or in different times so not too sure if this will work where you live. For this reason, I would strongly suggest talking to people that currently attend protests or even better are on a med team, because they can suggest specific antidotes for the tear gas used and have the antidote with you (for you or anyone else). I say this because often people say stuff like wash your eyes with water but depending on the chemicals used, this could make the burning pain worst.