Here are a few ways to make slime without borax or liquid starch activator:
- Use glue and saline solution – Mix together equal parts white school glue and saline wound wash solution. Knead it with your hands until it forms slime. The saline acts as the activator.
- Try glue and contact lens solution – Combine clear glue with an equal amount of contact lens/saline eye drops solution. Mix well until slime forms.
- Use laundry detergent – Mix together glue and liquid laundry detergent in a 1:2 ratio. The detergent acts as the activator ingredient.
- Mix glue and shampoo – Equal amounts of clear glue and shampoo result in slime when mixed. The shampoo replaces the borax solution.
- Combine glue and baking soda – Mix a 4 oz bottle of glue with 2 tsp of baking soda. Once combined, it will form slime.
- Use liquid starch alternative – Mix glue with an equal amount of liquid water softener like Calgon instead of liquid starch.
The key is finding a solution that acts as a polymer crosslinker when mixed with the PVA glue. Test ratios and mixtures to get the slime consistency you want. Store in an airtight container when not playing. Enjoy your borax-free slime!
