Have you tried making fluffy slime yet? This one is a must try! The texture is so fun to play with. Kids will love stretching and squishing this fluffy slime. And we have to say, we think this is the best fluffy slime recipe you will try.
RELATED: How to Make Slime with Contact Solution
We made this recipe with unicorn colors – pink, teal and purple. We love how colorful and pretty it looks too! And if you want a sparkly unicorn slime be sure to see this unicorn slime recipe.
What is Fluffy Slime?
Fluffy slime is really just regular slime made with shaving cream added. The amount of shaving cream you add will change the texture and consistency of the slime. The more you add, the “fluffier” it will be. If you just want it to be a little fluffy, then this recipe will walk you through how much shaving cream to use. The fun part about making slime is experimenting with different amounts to see how the slime forms.
If you want to make sure your slime turns out – be sure to read the instructions carefully. The type of contact lens solution you need and glue is very important! Substituting these ingredients for other brands may result in your slime not working. We also do not recommend substituting the brands we recommend.
Slime Recipe for Fluffy Slime
If you’re looking for a general slime recipe, our base slime recipe can be found here: How to Make Slime With Contact Solution. We like to use contact lens solution instead of pure borax in our slime recipes. We recommend you try this basic recipe to start if you haven’t made slime before. It is easier to make than fluffy slime and will give you an idea on how much you need to knead and work the slime for it to form.
Fluffy slime is a lot of fun for kids to play with – however we recommend adult supervision and that adults should make the slime. See more safety tips at the bottom of this post before making your slime.
Once you have your fluffy slime made, have fun stretching and squishing it. Fluffy slime will leave indentations when you press on it which regular slime won’t do as easily. It’s a bit harder to stretch as it gives a fluffy consistency instead.
How Long Does Slime Last?
The fluffiness will only last a day. So if you do plan on storing it for future use, just note that the shaving cream settles and the next day it won’t be as fluffy. You can still continue to play with it after the first day but it will turn into a consistency more like regular slime. Store in an air tight container and it should last at least 1 week.
Fluffy Slime Ingredients
If you want a large batch – triple the below recipe. Or make 3 batches with 3 different colors like we did and turn your slime into Unicorn Fluffy Slime!
Per batch:
- 2/3 cup of Elmer’s White Glue – we like to buy this gallon size of white glue as it’s a lot cheaper and you can continue to use it to make more batches.
Note: we made this with Elmer’s white glue. Do not substitute with other glue as the make-up may not be the same and the recipe may not work
- 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda
- 1/4 Cup Water
- 2-3 cups Shaving Cream – note: do not use shave gel.
- 1.5 Tablespoons Contact Lens Solution – *Important: your brand of contact lens solution must have boric acid and sodium borate in the ingredient list. This is what interacts with the glue to form the slime. We recommend only using Renu fresh or Equate brand. Do not substitute with other brands.
SEE: How to Make Slime With Contact Solution for more tips making slime with contact lens solution.
- Liquid Food Coloring – this set comes with all kinds of vibrant pinks, purples and blues.
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How to Make Fluffy Slime
1. Add your white glue to a bowl.
2. Add you water and baking soda and then mix.
3. Add your shaving cream and mix.
4. Add your food coloring until you are satisfied with the color. Mix.
5. Now slowly add in your contact solution.
**Important: your brand of contact lens solution must have boric acid and sodium borate in the ingredient list. This is what interacts with the glue to form the slime. If slime does not form it is typically due to the contact lens solution not having these ingredients. Check your label and see the recommended brands above in our ingredient list.
We like to add in 1 tablespoon, knead for 5 minutes and then add in the 1/2 tablespoon after kneading for some time. The slime will be very sticky when you’re kneading – and that’s normal!
The first tablespoon you add will let you start to knead it. And the last 1/2 tablespoon will bring the stickiness down and it shouldn’t be sticking as much to your hands.
Note- fluffy slime is MESSY when you’re making it. It is normal that it will stick to your hands as you’re kneading.
If you find it still too sticky – add some baby oil or lotion to your hands. You can also add more contact solution if it’s still too sticky, just a little bit at a time. If you add too much contact solution the slime may become too hard and won’t be as stretchy to play with.
Now repeat the above recipe for each color you’d like to make. Note: Once you mix the colors together they will eventually mix into one color like play dough does. So you can keep them separately or mix and see what happens! If you make all 3 colors it may turn to gray so if you want to end up with purple just mix the pink and purple together.
Now you’re done and you can play with it!
The slime will keep for at least a week in an air tight container. As mentioned above, you’ll lose the fluffiness factor after the first day, but it is still fun to play with!
Print off the full slime recipe here:
Fluffy Slime Recipe
Ingredients
- 2/3 Cup White Elmer’s Glue
- 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda
- 1/4 Cup Water
- 2-3 Cups Shaving Cream
- 1.5 tablespoons Contact Lens Solution **Important: your brand of contact lens solution must have boric acid and sodium borate in the ingredient list. This is what interacts with the glue to form the slime.
- Liquid Food Coloring
Instructions
- Add your white glue to a bowl.
- Add you water and baking soda and then mix.
- Add your shaving cream and mix. The more shaving cream you add, the fluffier it will be. You may need to add more contact lens solution if you make it with 3 cups.
- Add your food coloring until you are satisfied with the color. Mix.
- Now slowly add in your contact solution. **Important: your brand of contact lens solution must have boric acid and sodium borate in the ingredient list. This is what interacts with the glue to form the slime. We like this brand the best.We like to add in 1 tablespoon, knead for 5 minutes and then add in the 1/2 tablespoon after kneading for some time. The slime will be very sticky when you're kneading – and that's normal!
- If you find it still too sticky – add some baby oil or lotion to your hands. You can also add in more contact lens solution if you still find it too sticky. Just a little bit at a time. We like to add an extra teaspoon at a time until it stops sticking. If you add too much the slime may become too hard and won’t be as stretchy to play with.
Slime Safety & Precautions
Note: Making slime is a science experiment and safety precautions should still be made when creating slime. By making this slime, you agree to our site terms which you can read here.
- Adults should handle any chemicals and products
- Adults should make the slime
- Always read and follow the labels of products used. If contact lens solution is accidentally ingested, seek medical attention immediately.
- This project is not suitable for children under 4.
- Slime should not be placed in the mouth. Always wash hands before and after playing with the slime.
- If you notice any skin irritation, discontinue use immediately. If you have sensitive skin, wear gloves while making and playing with the slime.
- Slime is a science experiment and should be made and played with in moderation. Do not allow children to make their own slime and do not play with slime for an extended period of time.
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Unicorn Glitter Slime – this is so fun and pretty!
Galaxy Slime – fun to learn about galaxies and mix up some slime for sensory play!
Is there any other way to make the slime stretchy than by adding lotion?
Add only a little bit of contact solution at a time and knead. If you add too much it won’t be as stretchy.
Can you use regular pva for this method
Yes just make sure it’s a quality white PVA glue.
Great Slime Recipe!
My sibling and I LOVED it!
I’ll be using this for my B-DAY party!
What if it’s to thick how can you thin it out?
If it’s too thick then use less shaving cream and more water.
Does shaving gel change the consistency? I accidentally got gel instead of cream.
No you can’t use gel, it won’t give you the fluffy consistency. You need to use cream.
Very easy to make.
Follow the directions and no problems whatsoever! Awesome ?
This is my go to recipe. I will say I add a good bit more contact solution and add baby oil. The original recipe is great but too sticky. Once the rest is added until it’s not sticky anymore this is a terrific recipe!!!
This turned out great!!
How do you get it out of clothes?
Mix vinegar with some water and scrub it out. It should dissolve out easily.
It doesn’t even look like slime it looks like water how do i fix it
Usually more contact solution or your contact solution is the problem (make sure to check that it’s got boric acid in it)
I tried to make slime it is too sticky how can I save it and make it more fluffy?
If it’s still too sticky, add a little more contact solution, or add some lotion to your hands and knead for longer.
My kiddo loves this slime! Our food coloring turns our hands the color we are using. That’s our only drawback! She loves stretching it and making numbers and letters with it..or Mickey Mouse! And of course making it bubble and pop! Thank you!!
How do we make it less soupy consistency? I want it fluffier ☺️
If it’s soupy you may need more contact lens solution. If you want it fluffier, add more shaving cream.
It is my FAVORITE slime.
This actually worked. I have never successfully made slime before, and this worked. It was so sticky, so from reading the comments it seems I needed to maybe add some more contact solution. But I’m also going to try waiting until tomorrow and see if it’s harder/more putty-like. Thanks for the good instructions for this mom who can’t seem to figure out slime!
It works really well!!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️??
The best slime recipe ever!!!
Thank you so much for this recipe!! It turned out fantasticlly. The kiddos said that is the best slime EVER! (And I chuckeled when they said it was satisfying and awesome). We had to add some additional contact solution to make it less sticky, but just a small amount and more kneeling and it is kid and mom approved.
My 7 year old son and I just made this and he loves it! The Dollar General brand has the required ingredients, boric acid and sodium borate and was only 2.50 compared to Renu at 6.00! It was very sticky at first, but we slowly added and kneaded the slime until it was the consistency he liked! Great recipe!
Just made it with my 9yo son and it was amazing!! Oh so fun! He said it was the best slime ever!
Best slime recipe we’ve ever used with our 13 grandkids! Yes, it’s sticky at first (as are all the other slime recipes), but just keep slowly adding more of the proper contact lens solution a little at a time. Thanks so much!