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Fluffy slime is a soft and - as the name suggests - fluffy slime that's fun to squeeze, poke, and play with, but many fluffy slime recipes require a borax solution,[1] which can be difficult or even impossible to obtain. Don't panic - there's a way around this. You can still make fluffy slime with everyday household materials! Add as much shaving cream as you want.
Ingredients
- 4 ounces (113 g) glue or melted stick glue
- 4 ounces (113 g) warm water
- Shaving cream
- Food coloring (optional)
- Lotion (optional)
- Laundry detergent
Steps
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1Pour the glue into a bowl[2] .
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2Combine the warm water with the glue. Don't add too much water or it'll be very runny.Advertisement
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3Add in your food colouring and mix thoroughly. If the food colouring is a particularly potent one, start by adding two drops, so you don't stain your hands.
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4Add in the shaving cream and mix thoroughly. When it's fully combined in, the texture should resemble marshmallow cream.
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5Add in a few pumps of lotion for a stretchier slime.
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6Add in the liquid laundry detergent. Don't add it all at once - you risk your slime hardening.
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7Knead your slime. Once the slime has become too solid to stir, use your hands to start kneading it to make it less sticky.[3]
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8Play with your slime! Store it in an airtight container.[4]
Community Q&A
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QuestionWhat happens if it is liquidy?
Community AnswerIf it is liquidy, then you can add in 1/4 cup of flour to make it less liquidy. -
QuestionIs the laundry detergent supposed to be liquid or powder?
Community AnswerIt is supposed to be liquid so that it is soft and fluffy. If you're adding food coloring, make sure you add the color before you add the laundry detergent. -
QuestionWill my slime ever dry up?
Community AnswerYes. After a few days it depends on how you store it. A sealed plastic bag is recommended.
Warnings
- Fluffy slime can get sticky if you don't add enough laundry detergent. Keep it off materials like clothes and carpet.⧼thumbs_response⧽
Things You'll Need
- Bowl
- Stirring stick or spoon
- Pot with lid
References
About This Article
For fun, fluffy slime without borax, mix 4 oz of glue and 4 ounces of water in a bowl. Mix in 2 drops of food coloring, then add more if you want a brighter color. Add a good pump of shaving cream and stir it until the texture is like marshmallow cream. Mix in a few pumps of lotion and a bit of liquid laundry detergent, then rub and knead it with your hands to make it less sticky. Once you have your stretchy, colorful slime, store it in an airtight container so it doesn't dry out. For more tips, including why you should add lotion to your slime, read on!
