You can make slime without a traditional activator (like borax or contact lens solution) by using alternative household ingredients. Here are some effective methods:
Methods to Make Slime Without Activator
- Baking Soda and Shampoo or Dish Soap Slime
Mix about 1 cup of baking soda with roughly 1 tablespoon of shampoo or dish soap. Stir until it forms a creamy slime-like texture. Adjust the shampoo or baking soda to get the desired consistency. This slime tends to be softer and more slippery than typical slime
- Shampoo and Hand Soap Slime
Combine shampoo with hand soap (and optionally toilet paper) and mix well. Letting the mixture rest in the fridge can help it firm up into slime. This method uses no glue or traditional activators
- No Glue, No Activator Slime
Some DIY recipes use ingredients like shampoo, soap, and other household items to create slime without glue or activators. These recipes rely on the thickening properties of the soaps and shampoos to mimic slime texture
Notes on Activators and Alternatives
- Traditional slime requires a polymer (like PVA glue) and an activator (borax, contact lens solution, or liquid starch) to create the slime texture chemically.
- Baking soda can be used as a mild activator substitute when combined with shampoo or dish soap, but the texture will differ from classic slime
- Some videos and tutorials show slime recipes without any activator or glue, using only common household items, but the results vary and may not have the same stretchiness or firmness as traditional slime
In summary, while classic slime usually needs an activator, you can make slime-like substances without one by using baking soda combined with shampoo or dish soap, or by mixing shampoos and soaps alone. These alternatives produce softer, less stretchy slime but are easy and safe to make at home without special ingredients
