How to Make Fluffy Slime Without Borax

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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

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    Don't add too much water or it'll be very runny.
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    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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    When it's fully combined in, the texture should resemble fluffy marshmallow cream.
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    Don't add it all at once - you risk your slime hardening.
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    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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    Store it in an airtight container. [4]
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    What happens if it is liquidy?
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    If it is liquidy, then you can add in 1/4 cup of flour to make it less liquidy.
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    It 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.
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    Will my slime ever dry up?
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    Yes. After a few days it depends on how you store it. A sealed plastic bag is recommended.
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      References

      1. ↑ https://www.zmescience.com/medicine/what-is-borax-and-is-it-safe-432432/
      2. ↑ https://www.dummies.com/crafts/make-slime-glue/
      3. ↑ https://www.cnet.com/how-to/make-slime-without-borax/
      4. ↑ https://www.thebestideasforkids.com/snowman-slime/

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      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!

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