Slime is a fun, stretchy toy that can be played over and over again. However, over time the slime can become inelastic. To make the slime soft, sticky, and elastic again, simply knead it in water or lotion until the slime reaches the consistency you want. In five minutes the slime will be back to its good state.
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Method 1 of 2: Using Lotion to Make Slime More Elastic
Step 1. Add a drop of lotion on top of the slime
Place the slime on a clean surface such as a table or bench. Press the slime to make it flat, then drop the lotion in the center of the slime. Make sure there are no clumps of drying lotion on the slime.
- Hand and body lotion are suitable for this method. However, do not use lotions that tend to be thicker, such as body butter or ointment.
- This will help make the slime more elastic, soft, and sticky, and can be applied to both old and new slime.
Step 2. Knead the lotion to mix it with the slime by hand
Fold the slime right in the middle so that the lotion is in the center of the slime, then press the slime down on the table. Continue to fold and press the slime until the lotion mixes well with the slime.
- Remove rings or bracelets before kneading the slime as the process can be a bit dirty and messy.
- If the slime you have is large, this process can take up to five minutes.
Step 3. Test the slime
Pull and press the slime to determine if the slime has reached the optimal level of elasticity. If the slime is difficult to pull or breaks when you pull it, the slime is still not moisturised.
Step 4. Mix more lotion in the slime if needed
If the slime is still not elastic enough, flatten the slime again and add another drop of lotion in the middle. Knead the slime to mix the lotion and make the slime very soft and elastic.
- Keep mixing the lotion until the slime reaches your desired consistency.
- Be sure to wipe down the surface of the table you used to knead the slime with a cleaner and a rag. This method will make the table surface not sticky, clean, and hygienic.
Method 2 of 2: Making Slime More Elastic with Hot Water
Step 1. Pour hot water into a small bowl
Turn on the hot water tap until the water is hot, but still comfortable to the touch. Fill a small bowl half full with water, then place it on the table.
- Do not use water that is still very hot or boiling water as this can cause burns to your hands. Always ask an adult for help when you use hot water.
- Use a bowl large enough to hold the slime.
Step 2. Put the slime in the water
Put the slime in the water for ten seconds. This method is intended so that the slime can absorb a little water. After 10 seconds, remove the slime from the water and place it on a clean surface such as a bench or table.
If the slime isn't already a ball, shape it with your hands until it becomes a ball. This will make the slime easier to hold in the water
Step 3. Knead the slime so the water is absorbed
Use your palms to flatten the slime, then fold the slime right in the middle. Continue to flatten and fold the slime until the excess water is absorbed into the slime.
Don't worry if the texture of the slime is a little weird at first because the longer you knead, the softer the slime will become
Step 4. Mix more water into the slime if needed
If the slime is still hard to pull and breaks easily, dip it in warm water and knead again. Keep doing this step until the slime reaches the level of elasticity you want.
