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Last Updated: June 5, 2025

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This article was co-authored by Angelina Ly. Angelina Ly is a slime expert, entrepreneur, and the founder of Fireflyslime based in Renton, WA. At just 14 years old, Angelina launched her slime startup and quickly joined the top 1% of all Shopify businesses that launched in the same week. Now over 8 years later, she has accumulated a combined over 520k followers across her social media channels to build a community around the world who love slime. Angelina has attended conventions across the U.S. to showcase and sell her products, was spotlighted by Scholastic Magazine as a Slime CEO, and was featured on a segment of Studio13 Live on Fox. She was also a special guest on the first slime competition show series, Slime Wars, and has been a guest speaker on several e-commerce podcasts, including Winfluence, Winning with Shopify, and Shopify Masters. Angelina has a Bachelors in Business Administration from the University of Washington Bothell School of Business. This article has been viewed 65,927 times.

Iceberg slime is a variation of fluffy slime that has a crunchy top layer, like a layer of ice! Make a batch of plain fluffy slime, then let it sit out for a few days to turn it into iceberg slime. It’s an easy putty-like mixture to create at home that’s loads of fun for kids to squish and play with. It can even be a great stress reliever for adults! Borax can be harmful if not prepared properly in slime. Happy sliming!

Ingredients

  • 2 ⅔ cups (417 mL) of Elmer’s white school glue
  • ⅔ cup (167 mL) of liquid starch
  • 2 cups (500 mL) of shaving cream

Steps

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Making Fluffy Slime

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  1. Step 1 Put white glue, liquid starch, and shaving cream in a large mixing bowl. 1 Put white glue, liquid starch, and shaving cream in a large mixing bowl.[1] Pour 2 ⅔ cups (417 mL) of Elmer’s white school glue and 2 cups (500 mL) of shaving cream into the bowl. Add ⅔ cup (167 mL) of liquid starch as the last ingredient.[2]
    • You can use clear glue instead of white glue to make the slime more translucent.[3]
  2. Watermark wikiHow to Make Iceberg Slime 2 Add food coloring to the mixture if you want to change the color of the slime.[4] Put a few drops of food coloring into the bowl with the ingredients. This will change the color of the slime from white to any other color you want.[5]
    • Divide the batch into separate bowls before you add food coloring if you want multiple colors.
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  3. Watermark wikiHow to Make Iceberg Slime 3 Stir all the ingredients together until you get a stiff texture. Mix the ingredients together as much as you can with a spoon or other mixing utensil. Stop stirring when the slime is too stiff to mix anymore with a utensil.[6] [7]
    • If the slime is too stiff, then add 1 US tbsp (15 ml) of water at a time and keep mixing it to make it softer.
  4. Watermark wikiHow to Make Iceberg Slime 4 Knead the slime with your hands when it becomes too stiff to mix with a utensil. Use your hands and knuckles to knead the mixture like bread dough. Stop when it is all an even putty-like consistency.[8]
    • You can take the slime out of the bowl and knead it on a counter or cutting board at this point if it’s easier.
  5. Step 5 Store fluffy slime in airtight containers if you aren’t making iceberg slime. 5 Store fluffy slime in airtight containers if you aren’t making iceberg slime. Put your new fluffy slime in jars, sealable bags, or tupperware containers. This will keep your slime moist and fresh.[9]
    • If you want to make iceberg slime right away, then don’t store the fluffy slime in airtight containers.[10]
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  1. Watermark wikiHow to Make Iceberg Slime 1 Put fluffy slime in a bowl and flatten it out. Place a batch of fluffy slime into a bowl, or divide it among several if you want to create several smaller batches of iceberg slime. Flatten it out with your hands so that it creates an even layer in the bowl.
    • You can get some cheap plastic bowls at a dollar store that are perfect for making iceberg slime in.
  2. Watermark wikiHow to Make Iceberg Slime 2 Leave the bowl uncovered for 2-4 days until the top layer is crunchy. Place the bowl with the fluffy slime on the counter or somewhere else out of the way. Leave it for 2 days, then check on the surface to see if it is hard. Leave it for another 1-2 days if the top layer has not hardened yet.[11] [12]
    • The top layer should crack when you press your finger against it when the fluffy slime has turned into iceberg slime.[13]
    • Larger batches of slime take longer to harden.
  3. Watermark wikiHow to Make Iceberg Slime 3 Poke and play with the iceberg slime, then let it dry out again. Use your fingers and hands to crack the surface of the iceberg slime for a fun sensory activity. Knead and squish the slime together until it is an even consistency again, then flatten it out in a bowl and let it harden again for 2-3 days to create another batch of iceberg slime.
    • After the second batch of iceberg slime, it’s best to make a fresh batch of fluffy slime and start the process over again before it gets old and stinky.
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What's the best way to make slime? WikiToadDiver848 WikiToadDiver848 I want to learn to make slime at home! I've heard a lot of recipes use glue and I think I have some at home, so that should be okay. Just in case, are there any slime recipes that don't use glue either? Read More Amy Sheree Amy Sheree Slime Expert For an easy slime recipe:
  • Use 1 cup (or a whole container) of Elmer’s school glue.
  • Add 1 or 2 pumps of lotion.
  • Dissolve 1 teaspoon of borax in 1 cup of hot water and let it cool.
  • Gradually add 1 teaspoon of the solution to the glue while mixing. It will become stringy first and then turn into a cohesive slime as you mix and stretch it.
From there, you can customize your slime how you like it. For butter slime, add air-dry clay. For fluffy slime, add shaving cream and a little soap. You could also add foam beads, charms, and other fun add-ins to make playing with your slime more exciting! Read More WikiEagleDiver276 WikiEagleDiver276 - 2 tbsp cornstarch- 1.5 tbsp dish soap- stir! add more cornstarch if too wet and more soap if too dry- let mixture sit for 2 minutes- you should have slime now! Read More See all 9 Replies and Read Discussion

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  • Question Can I make slime without borax? Ella Punke Ella Punke Community Answer Yes, you can. Some of my friends use Sta-Flo, or baking soda and contact lens solution. However, Borax is definitely the cheapest option, and I find that it works the best. 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 12 Helpful 22
  • Question How long would it take to make an iceberg? Community Answer Community Answer It will take 2 - 3 days to harden iceberg slime. It takes time to work its magic so it makes a crunch when you break into it. 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 10 Helpful 25
  • Question Is there any other way to make fluffy slime? I don't have anything but glue, lotion and activator. Community Answer Community Answer Do you have soap? If so, mix it with water until it is bubbly. Then, pour it into the glue and add the 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 10 Helpful 28
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Warnings

  • Don’t follow any recipes for iceberg slime that call for borax as this can cause chemical burns. Thanks Helpful 0 Not Helpful 0
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References

  1. ↑ Angelina Ly. Slime Expert. Expert Interview
  2. ↑ https://tatertotsandjello.com/3-ingredient-safe-puffy-slime-recipe/
  3. ↑ Angelina Ly. Slime Expert. Expert Interview
  4. ↑ Angelina Ly. Slime Expert. Expert Interview
  5. ↑ https://tatertotsandjello.com/3-ingredient-safe-puffy-slime-recipe/
  6. ↑ Angelina Ly. Slime Expert. Expert Interview
  7. ↑ https://tatertotsandjello.com/3-ingredient-safe-puffy-slime-recipe/
  8. ↑ https://tatertotsandjello.com/3-ingredient-safe-puffy-slime-recipe/
  9. ↑ https://tatertotsandjello.com/3-ingredient-safe-puffy-slime-recipe/
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  1. ↑ Angelina Ly. Slime Expert. Expert Interview
  2. ↑ Angelina Ly. Slime Expert. Expert Interview
  3. ↑ https://tatertotsandjello.com/borax-free-iceberg-crunchy-fluffy-slime/
  4. ↑ Angelina Ly. Slime Expert. Expert Interview

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Angelina Ly Co-authored by: Angelina Ly Slime Expert This article was co-authored by Angelina Ly. Angelina Ly is a slime expert, entrepreneur, and the founder of Fireflyslime based in Renton, WA. At just 14 years old, Angelina launched her slime startup and quickly joined the top 1% of all Shopify businesses that launched in the same week. Now over 8 years later, she has accumulated a combined over 520k followers across her social media channels to build a community around the world who love slime. Angelina has attended conventions across the U.S. to showcase and sell her products, was spotlighted by Scholastic Magazine as a Slime CEO, and was featured on a segment of Studio13 Live on Fox. She was also a special guest on the first slime competition show series, Slime Wars, and has been a guest speaker on several e-commerce podcasts, including Winfluence, Winning with Shopify, and Shopify Masters. Angelina has a Bachelors in Business Administration from the University of Washington Bothell School of Business. This article has been viewed 65,927 times. 51 votes - 76% Co-authors: 18 Updated: June 5, 2025 Views: 65,927 Categories: Putty Dough and Slime Article SummaryX

To make iceberg slime, start by mixing 2 2/3 cups of school glue with 2 cups of shaving cream in a bowl. Then, add 2/3 cup of liquid starch and any food coloring of your choice to make it colorful. After you’ve added all of the ingredients, stir the mixture until it becomes stiff, then knead it with your hands until the slime can’t be mixed with a utensil. Once you’ve made your slime, put it in a bowl and flatten it with your hands. Leave the bowl uncovered for 2-4 days until the top layer becomes crunchy. When you're done playing with your slime, flatten it out again and leave it for another 2-3 days so it turns crunchy again. For more tips, including how to make translucent iceberg slime, read on! Did this summary help you?YesNo

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