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To create a long lasting bubble solution, you need to add moisture to the mix. This is achieved through the addition of glycerin, a natural moisturizer, to traditional soap-and-water solutions. If you’re looking to add a little bounce to your bubbles, try adding liquid sugar, or corn syrup.

Ingredients

  • Distilled water
  • Liquid dish soap
  • Glycerin
  • Liquid dish soap
  • Glycerin
  • Corn Syrup
Method 1
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Making a Solution with Glycerin

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  1. For this bubble mixture, you will need three ingredients: distilled water, liquid dish soap, and glycerin. [1] Glycerin is a natural moisturizer. When added to a bubble solution, it prevents the bubbles from drying out. This makes the film harder to pop.
    • You can purchase glycerin from your local pharmacy.
  2. Measure and pour 1 cup distilled water into a clean container. Stir in 2 tablespoons liquid dish soap. Finally, mix in 1 tablespoon Glycerin to the soap-water mixture. [2]
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  3. Bubble solution gets better with time. Before using, allow the solution to sit in a sealed container for at least one hour. For optimal use, let the solution rest for 24 hours. [3]
  4. When you’re ready to use the bubble solution, gently swirl the mixture. You can use your hand or a spoon. Do not shake the mixture—this will disrupt the suds. [4]
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Making a Solution with Glycerin and Corn Syrup

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  1. For this bubble mixture, you will need the following ingredients: Glycerin, liquid dish soap, and corn syrup. [5] The glycerin, a natural moisturizer, will prevent the bubble from drying out—bubbles love moisture! The corn syrup will make the bubbles extra “sticky”. [6]
    • You can find glycerin at your local pharmacy.
  2. In a container combine 4 parts glycerin, 2 parts liquid dish soap, and 1 part corn syrup. For a large amount of solution, you could combine 4 cups glycerin, 2 cups liquid dish soap, and 1 cup corn syrup. For a smaller amount of solution, you could combine, 1 cup glycerin, ½ cup liquid dish soap, and ¼ cup corn syrup. [7]
  3. If the solution does not work right away, don’t throw it away. Bubbles solutions improve with age. Leave the solution to rest in a sealed container for up to a full week.
    • These bubbles may bounce off hard surfaces.
    • When stored for a long period of time, the mixture may become moldy. [8]
  4. While the solution was resting, the ingredients may have separated. Before you can use the solution, gently swirl the mixture with your hands or a spoon. Avoid shaking the mixture. [9]
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Making Your Bubbles Last Longer

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  1. Bubbles and wind do not mix. You can prolong the life of your bubbles by moving indoors. Blow your bubbles in an enclosed room, such as a garage or a classroom.
    • Do not blow the bubbles inside a house. The solution may stain the furniture, flooring, or walls. [10]
  2. The best, longest lasting bubble solutions, do not contain imperfections. You can limit the imperfections in your solution by using distilled or filtered water. Additionally, only mix the solution in a clean container. [11]
  3. Bubbles love a moist, humid environment. In addition to adding glycerin, a natural moisturizer, you can also use a humidifier. The humidifier will add moisture to the air, increasing the life of your bubbles. [12]
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    Why is a grown man blowing bubbles?
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    There are many reasons why a grown man might be blowing bubbles. Perhaps he's a great father, uncle, or grandpa. He might also be a photographer.
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    What is the reason behind the long-lasting bubbles by adding glycerin and corn syrup?
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    Glycerin adds moisturizer to bubbles, which prevents early drying out. Corn syrup brings stickiness to bubbles so they bounce after touching the surface, which means you can play with your bubbles for a longer time.
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    Is glycerin optional?
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    It is possible to make a bubble solution without glycerin—you can mix water and dish soap together. However, glycerin makes the bubble solution last longer. Glycerin is a natural moisturizer that extends the life of bubbles.
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