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  • Adding Micro-Beads to Floam
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This article was co-authored by Summer Ames. Summer Ames is a slime expert and the founder of Slime Community based in Charleston County, South Carolina. Summer patented the Slime Baking Kit, which is a nonedible sensory kit made with slime-making ingredients that look exactly like real baking components. Her slime kits are made with premium non-toxic ingredients, including skin-safe fragrance oils, food-grade dye, and non-toxic glue and clay. With a combined 345K followers across her social media channels, Summer has been able to share the joy of slime and build an online community. There are 14 references cited in this article, which can be found at the bottom of the page. This article has been viewed 49,723 times.

Making your own homemade slime is fun and easy, but it's a lot less exciting if there isn't much to play with. Try adding a few pumps of hand lotion or a glob of shaving cream to your slime to increase its size, or pour in some extra micro-beads if you’re working with floam.[1] If necessary, add some activator solution to give your slime the right consistency and make sure it holds together.

Steps

Method 1 Method 1 of 3:

Using Hand Lotion

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  1. Step 1 Spread out your slime on your work surface. 1 Spread out your slime on your work surface. Start by removing the slime from its container and flattening it out. If you’re worried about making a mess, lay down a piece of parchment paper under the slime or scrape it out into a large bowl instead.
    • Don’t forget to clean your work surface and any containers you’ve used when you’re done.
  2. Step 2 Squirt a few pumps of lotion onto the slime. 2 Squirt a few pumps of lotion onto the slime. Add the lotion a little bit at a time so it doesn’t change the texture of the slime too much. A couple pumps should be enough to start with. You can always use more later, depending on how big you want your slime to get.[2]
    • For best results, use a plain white, unscented lotion. When combined with the other ingredients in your slime, scented lotions may make it smell funny.
    • If you add too much lotion at once, it can cause your slime to become greasy and fall apart.
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  3. Step 3 Work the lotion into the slime. 3 Work the lotion into the slime. Rub the lotion all over the outside of the slime to spread it around. Then, pick up the slime and fold, pull, and roll it to work the lotion in. Continue mixing until the lotion has been completely incorporated. You should notice the slime growing slowly.[3]
    • Keep mixing and adding more lotion until your slime reaches the desired size.
    • Use a separate utensil like a spoon to stir the goopy slime if you don’t want to get your hands dirty.[4]
  4. Step 4 Use a mixture of Borax and water to thicken your slime. 4 Use a mixture of Borax and water to thicken your slime. If the slime feels thin and sticky when you’re done, it may need a chemical activator to get it back to the right texture. You can make your own activator solution by stirring about a teaspoon of Borax into a cup of warm water.[5] [6]
    • Pour the solution into a spray bottle or water bottle so it will be easier to apply. Be sure to label the contents of the bottle so you don’t try to drink it by accident!
    • If you don’t have any Borax on hand, you can also use a mixture of contact solution and baking soda.
  5. Step 5 Add the activator until you get the right consistency. 5 Add the activator until you get the right consistency. Spray or drizzle a few drops of solution onto the slime and mix it in thoroughly. Add as much as you need to reduce the stickiness of the slime. You’ll know you’ve used just the right amount when it no longer clings to your fingers or work surface.[7]
    • Once you’re finished, put your slime back in its original container. You’ll probably be surprised by how much it’s grown!
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Method 2 Method 2 of 3:

Mixing in Shaving Cream

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  1. Step 1 Dump your slime out onto your work surface. 1 Dump your slime out onto your work surface. Take the slime out of its container and spread it out by hand. You want it to be nice and flat so it will soak up as much shaving cream as possible.
  2. Step 2 Spray a small amount of shaving cream onto the slime. 2 Spray a small amount of shaving cream onto the slime.[8] Use no more than a quarter-sized glob at first. The key is to add the shaving cream little by little so you don’t accidentally ruin the texture of the slime. Adding too much shaving cream at one time can make your slime oily.[9]
    • Press and hold the nozzle of the can gently, or it may release more shaving cream than you want.
    • Stick to basic shaving creams only. Shave gels and similar products won't provide the right consistency.
    • Many types of slime are made with shaving cream, so you’re really just adding more of one of the main ingredients.[10]
  3. Step 3 Mix the shaving cream into the slime by hand. 3 Mix the shaving cream into the slime by hand. Fold and squeeze the slime until the shaving cream has been absorbed entirely. Use a large spoon or spatula to stir the two substances together if you’d prefer to keep your hands clean. The slime will begin to expand as you’re mixing.[11]
    • Be sure to work the shaving cream into the middle of the slime and not just around the outer surface.
    • Adding shaving cream to your slime may cause it to become lighter or change its color slightly.
  4. Step 4 Add more shaving cream to make your slime bigger. 4 Add more shaving cream to make your slime bigger. Keep squirting and mixing until you’re satisfied with the size of your slime. It may take several rounds to get it as large as you want it. Remember to use a modest amount of shaving cream each time.[12]
    • Shaving cream works best for beefing up light, fluffy types of slime.
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Method 3 Method 3 of 3:

Adding Micro-Beads to Floam

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  1. Step 1 Place your floam in a large bowl. 1 Place your floam in a large bowl. When you’re working with homemade floam, it’s a good idea to transfer it to a separate container. This will prevent the tiny micro-beads from going everywhere if there’s a mishap.
    • A large Tupperware container can keep you from losing beads while you’re mixing your floam.
    • Avoid mixing your floam near the sink, as they beads can easily get stuck in the drain.
  2. Step 2 Measure out a small amount of micro-beads. 2 Measure out a small amount of micro-beads. A good way to make sure you’re using just the right amount is to shake the beads out into the palm of your hand, then sprinkle them onto the floam. Otherwise, it can be easy to accidentally add too many.[13]
    • You can usually find micro-beads at arts and craft stores.[14]
    • Look for beads that are the same color as your floam, or mix in a different color for funky twist.
  3. Step 3 Knead the beads into the floam. 3 Knead the beads into the floam. Use both hands to pull, stretch, fold, and twist the floam. Keep kneading until the beads are evenly distributed throughout. This might take a few minutes.[15] [16]
    • Make sure you hold the floam over the container while you’re working to keep the loose micro-beads from falling all over the place.
  4. Step 4 Add more beads until your floam is the desired size. 4 Add more beads until your floam is the desired size. Once your floam is thoroughly mixed, put it back in the container and shake some more beads on top. Knead the beads in and see how much bigger your floam gets. You can add beads 1-2 more times if needed.
    • Eventually, your floam will get so full of beads that no more will be able to stick, which means it may not get any bigger.
    • Keep in mind that the more micro-beads there are your floam, the less stretchy it will be.
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  • Question Can I make slime with toothpaste, glue, and salt? Grace Riddle Grace Riddle Community Answer No, you cannot. Toothpaste makes it too sticky, and salt doesn't work. Glue and borax would be better. Thanks! We're glad this was helpful. Thank you for your feedback. If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow Yes No Not Helpful 28 Helpful 31
  • Question Can I make slime without an activator? If so, do I need to add more of anything or less? I have glue, but no activator. Riana Riana Community Answer No, unfortunately that is not possible. However, there are other ways on making slime with different types of activator such as Tide, Borax, baking soda. contact eye lens solution, or even salt. Thanks! We're glad this was helpful. Thank you for your feedback. If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow Yes No Not Helpful 32 Helpful 40
  • Question How do you make a small piece of slime bigger? Community Answer Community Answer You can add shaving foam to make it bigger, but the slime will 'deactivate' a little bit, so you will need to add more activator. Thanks! We're glad this was helpful. Thank you for your feedback. If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow Yes No Not Helpful 23 Helpful 37
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Tips

  • Another great alternative to increase the size of your slime is to add clay. Clay, in particular, is a versatile ingredient for creating new textures to your slime.[17] Thanks Helpful 0 Not Helpful 0
  • If your slime gets big enough, you may have to find a different container to keep it in. Thanks Helpful 0 Not Helpful 1
  • Your slime may get a little sticky over time. When this happens, just add a little bit of activator solution and mix it up until it returns to its original consistency. Thanks Helpful 0 Not Helpful 0
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Things You’ll Need

  • Hand lotion
  • Shaving cream
  • Plastic micro-beads
  • Water
  • Borax
  • Contact solution (optional)
  • Baking soda (optional)
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Spoon or spatula
  • Water bottle or spray bottle

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Expert Interview

Thanks for reading our article! If you’d like to learn more about making slime, check out our in-depth interview with Summer Ames.

References

  1. ↑ Summer Ames. Slime Expert. Expert Interview
  2. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mECjnDO6MHI&feature=youtu.be&t=40
  3. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7xfcvcNjO-g&feature=youtu.be&t=18
  4. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jrxs7rco5_E&feature=youtu.be&t=20
  5. ↑ Summer Ames. Slime Expert. Expert Interview
  6. ↑ https://littlebinsforlittlehands.com/slime-activator-list/
  7. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mECjnDO6MHI&feature=youtu.be&t=127
  8. ↑ Summer Ames. Slime Expert. Expert Interview
  9. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X59G4leWCqI&feature=youtu.be&t=39
More References (8)
  1. ↑ http://mentalfloss.com/article/504165/how-make-slime-glue
  2. ↑ https://sugarspiceandglitter.com/easy-3-ingredient-fluffy-slime/
  3. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X59G4leWCqI&feature=youtu.be&t=45
  4. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X59G4leWCqI&feature=youtu.be&t=154
  5. ↑ http://parentingchaos.com/diy-floam/
  6. ↑ Summer Ames. Slime Expert. Expert Interview
  7. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X59G4leWCqI&feature=youtu.be&t=159
  8. ↑ Summer Ames. Slime Expert. Expert Interview

About This Article

Summer Ames Co-authored by: Summer Ames Slime Expert This article was co-authored by Summer Ames. Summer Ames is a slime expert and the founder of Slime Community based in Charleston County, South Carolina. Summer patented the Slime Baking Kit, which is a nonedible sensory kit made with slime-making ingredients that look exactly like real baking components. Her slime kits are made with premium non-toxic ingredients, including skin-safe fragrance oils, food-grade dye, and non-toxic glue and clay. With a combined 345K followers across her social media channels, Summer has been able to share the joy of slime and build an online community. This article has been viewed 49,723 times. 8 votes - 60% Co-authors: 14 Updated: February 24, 2025 Views: 49,723 Categories: Putty Dough and Slime Article SummaryX

To make your slime bigger without adding glue, remove it from its container and lay it out on a flat surface. Then, add 1-2 pumps of lotion or shaving cream to the surface of the slime and use your hands to work it into the slime completely. Repeat this process until the slime is the right size, but be sure to work slowly to prevent the slime from becoming thin or runny. If it does thin out, mix 1 teaspoon of Borax with a cup of water and mist the slime all over, working the Borax into the slime. Keep working until your slime is the right size and consistency! For more tips, including how to use shaving cream or micro beads to make your slime bigger, read on! Did this summary help you?YesNo

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