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  • Question
    For the first one, instead of using a 3 in 1 shampoo, can I just put in some shampoo, body wash, and conditioner from different bottles?
    lily ling
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    Yes, but make sure they are equal parts. It helps to have all the same color, so your slime does not turn out brown.
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    Can I use plain body wash?
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    You can use any body wash, but it is best if it is a slightly thicker one.
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    For the first one, do you have to use 3-in-1 shampoo/conditioner/body wash? Will a 2-in-1 shampoo/body wash work as well?
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    No. It will not, because it only has 2 of the ingredients. You could proably just add in the body wash though.
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    Instead of using the 3-1 body wash, could I just use shampoo, conditioner and body wash?
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    Yes. You can use any body wash, but it is better if you use a slightly thicker one.
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    Should it become watery when I add salt?
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    No, salt shouldn't make your slime watery. It will make it slimier, but if your slime is watery, then you may have added too much salt.
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    Does the slime turn back into body wash after a while?
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    No, but if you leave it out in the sun and never play with it, your slime will melt.
  • Question
    Can I use shaving gel instead of shaving cream?
    Community Answer
    Yes, it should work in a similar way.
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    What kind of shaving cream is the best?
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    I usually use the Gillette shaving cream because it makes the slime more fluffy.
  • Question
    Could I use flour instead of cornstarch in the second one?
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    No, you may not, cornstarch is a different substance than flour, so the slime will be very sticky if you add flour.
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    If I don't use food coloring, what color will it be?
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    It depends on the ingredients you use, but it will probably be some shade of white.
  • Question
    Would it work if I add bleach?
    Community Answer
    Bleach is not a necessary ingredient in slime, and it is also dangerous to handle, so I strongly recommend you don't add any.
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    Is the slime nonstick?
    Community Answer
    No, but if you keep kneading or playing with it, it gets less sticky until it dries out.
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    For the first recipe, can shaving gel be used instead of shaving cream? Would it work the same?
    Community Answer
    Yes. You can definitely use shaving gel instead of shaving cream, and it will work the same way.
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    Why do I need an airtight container? Why can't slime breathe?
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    You’ll need an airtight container because if there is air, the slime will dry up.
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    Why is the second one not working?
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    You may have not added all of the ingredients correctly. Make sure to add even amounts of everything.
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    How much dish soap and baking soda do I need?
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    For this activity, you will need one dish soap and three baking sodas. The dish soap works best if it is Dawn. The baking soda works best if it is from Lowe's Foods.
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    For the first one, can I just add any kind of shampoo and conditioner?
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    Yes, or you can use shampoo, conditioner and body wash from different bottles, but make sure they are in equal measurements.
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    Will the slime be watery when I add the salt?
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    Your slime will not be watery as long as you add the correct amount. Too much salt can make your slime too watery.
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    Do I have to use food coloring while making slime?
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    No, you do not need to use food coloring.
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    Will the slime stick to my hands if I play around with it?
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    Contrary to popular belief, slime is the least sticky substance known to man. It will not stick to you, your dogs, or your dad.
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    What do I do when I'm done playing with it?
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    You can store it in a Ziploc bag or an airtight container when you're not playing with it.
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    Does the slime have to be watery when I add the salt?
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    No, because salt makes the slime watery. For best results, you can add a small amount of salt to your slime so it's not too watery.
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    How do I know if I added too much borax and how do I keep the slime from getting clumpy and sticky?
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    Too much borax would make it clumpy, sticky and dry. Try using more glue if you need to and try to follow the recipe.
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    Why is salt making my slime really rubbery?
    Community Answer
    If you added too much salt, it will make it watery, while if you add too little salt, it will make your slime a rubbery consistency.
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    Can I use 7-in-1 shampoo?
    Community Answer
    Yes, just make sure you add equal parts conditioner and body wash afterward.
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    Why won't mine mix with the baking soda? It's very runny.
    Community Answer
    Baking soda doesn't work well. Try cornstarch instead.
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    Can I use 3-in-1 body wash?
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    Yes, you can use it as long as it is thick so that it provides the best consistency for the slime.
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    Can I use body wash for the first one?
    Community Answer
    Yes, you can, but the slime won't be as fluffy as it will if you use shaving foam.
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    How do you keep it from sticking to your fingers?
    Community Answer
    Kneed it well and it will be less sticky. You can also mix it with a spoon or fork.
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    What is an alternative to cornstarch?
    KidOfRandomness
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    One alternative is potato starch, as it’s technically the same thing. Your slime will come out with the same texture.
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