How at home you can increase slime if it has decreased

Over time, slime changes its shape and structure, so the question arises of how to increase it. Improper storage of the toy also affects the appearance of changes. Popular and effective solutions to the problem include the use of simple and affordable components. In order for the antistress to retain its original volume, you must follow certain rules and recommendations.

Why is it necessary

There are many reasons that can lead to slime being reduced in size. As a result, viscosity and elasticity are simultaneously lost. During the game, the mass tears, it can even stick to the hands. To prevent this from happening, you need to know ways to help restore the slime's structure and shape.

Reasons for downsizing

Slime can shrink for many reasons. First of all, the problem develops under the influence of adverse factors. The toy should be stored properly and played with care.

Drying

If the mud has been outside for a long time, it can dry out. As a result, the mass becomes solid, decreases in volume and does not stretch well.Slime should be stored in a closed container, away from heating appliances, in a cool place.

Frost and heat

The piece of mud becomes smaller, loses its elasticity, firmness due to hot or cold temperatures. Precautions to take when maintaining a slime:

• you cannot take the toy out in subzero temperatures;
• the toy deteriorates when stored in the freezer;
• do not leave the mass in the sun.

Effective ways to increase slime

If, nevertheless, it was not possible to save the slime, and its volume decreased, effective methods will help.

Dipping and stretching

The following recipe will help to make a plus slime:

• they take a damaged slime in their hands, actively knead it and stretch it in different directions for 4 minutes;
• 105 ml of warm water is poured into the container;
• dip the slime in water and stir with a stick for 35 seconds;
• take the piece and knead it quickly.

These steps are repeated several times until the slime structure acquires softness and elasticity.

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Envelope with salt

If the toy receives moisture, it will become larger. A number of sequential actions must be performed:

• the toy is immersed in warm water for 3 minutes;
• then a pinch of salt is poured over the surface of the mass and the envelope is folded;
• begin to actively knead the mass.

Salt injections

Salt injections will help restore the original size of a purchased or homemade slime. Take a syringe with a needle and fill it with saline solution.

Preparation of the solution

Preparing the solution is simple:

• 102 ml of warm water is poured into the container;
• add 4-5 g of salt;
• the sludge is immersed in the finished solution for 4.5 minutes;
• the mass is picked up and kneaded with the fingers;
• if the mass sticks to the skin, a little salt is poured on the surface of the slime.

Excess liquid from the surface of the mud is removed with paper towels.

Injection

The next step is regenerative injection:

• 22 ml of water are poured into the container;
• dissolve 2 salts;
• the finished liquid is drawn into a syringe;
• the needle is inserted into the mud and slowly saturated with the solution.

It is recommended to repeat the procedure three times with an interval of three hours. Do not inject too often. Otherwise, the composition will deteriorate and the elasticity will be lost.

Use shaving gel

Regular shaving gel and baby powder will help increase mud:

• A small amount of powder is poured onto the surface of the mud and begins to intensively knead the mass.
• After that, two shaving gel zips are made on the surface. Stretch the slime again in different directions.
• After only 4.5 minutes, the mass will become large and elastic.

Shaving foam will also help save the toy without using other components. A small ball of the product is pressed onto the mass, after which they begin to actively knead with their fingers for three minutes. The method will help not only to increase the volume, but also to make the composition soft and viscous.

How to enlarge with kinetic sand

The mass can be enlarged without using shaving foam. The component can be replaced with Kinetic Sand. It is sold in the stationery and toys section. The composition differs from ordinary sand by a wetter structure. The method is suitable for increasing only sludge in which kinetic sand was originally added:

• Kinetic sand 34 g is added to the mass.
• The sludge is actively mixed until a homogeneous mass is obtained.
• Pour a portion of sand again and knead.

With this method, the mass grows before our eyes. In this case, the composition becomes soft and viscous.

Adding modeling clay

Whether slime is made of modeling clay and gelatin, then this volume restore method is suitable for him. To work you need air plasticine, which is sold in small containers with lids.

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The mass of such plasticine is very soft and sticks to the hands:

• A small piece of airy plasticine is mixed with mud.
• The mass is intensively kneaded with the fingers so that there are no lumps.

As a result of all these actions, you will get a large elastic mass that stretches well and does not stick to your hands. Instead of plasticine, you can take PVA glue. Suitable for both commercial and homemade slimes:

• the mass is put in a polyethylene bag;
• add a little glue and tie the bag;
• the sludge is mixed until a homogeneous consistency is formed;
• then take the piece in hand and continue kneading for another 5 minutes.

How to eat well

If the mud is stored according to all the rules, you do not need to feed it too often. Enough 1-2 times a week.

In case of problems, feeding is carried out twice a day.

By water

Water is one of the important components to maintain volume. To make the slime the same size, it is placed in a container, a little water is added, placed in the refrigerator and left for 10 hours.

Another method involves the use of water and a thickener:

• hot water is poured into the container;
• the slime is left to soften in the liquid for 14 minutes;
• using a stick, mix the mass and add a thickener.

Salt

The best component allowed to feed mud is salt:

• the toy is placed in a container;
• pour a few grains of salt;
• close the container and shake vigorously;
• after that, the slime is picked up and kneaded.

It is useful to carry out this procedure daily.

Gum

Occasionally it is permissible to mix a mass of mud with a crushed gum:

• Grind the gum with a grater.
• The slime is placed in a container.
• Pour the gum chips on top, close the lid and shake vigorously.
• After that, the mass is taken in hand and actively crumpled.

Home care rules

To prevent slime from shrinking and retaining its elasticity, it must be stored correctly:

• The ideal storage location is the container with the airtight lid in which the toy was sold. Homemade slime is stored in store-bought plastic containers. A jar of cream or balm, an airtight bag with clip is suitable for storage. The main thing is that air does not enter the container.
• Slime should be stored in a place where there will be no sudden temperature changes. The optimum range is +4 to +9 degrees.
• The storage area should be well protected from the sun.

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In order for the slime to retain all its original properties for a long time, a number of rules must be observed:

• in the case of self-production of mud, you need to select the correct working recipes;
• it is important to respect the exact proportions indicated in the recipe;
• so that the composition does not deteriorate, you need to remove the piece from the pot and knead it daily;
• for food, you must use only approved ingredients and in acceptable doses;
• the best ingredient for food is salt;
• dust and dirt get into the mud, so you need to regularly clean the composition (large particles of dirt are removed with tweezers, dust is washed off under a stream of warm water).

Tips & Tricks

One of the main components that make up mud is sodium tetraborate. The substance acts as a thickener. Sodium tetraborate is usually added at the end of the analysis.

Making a slime yourself with sodium tetraborate is easy:

• 255 ml of hot water is poured into a container and 2.5 g of borax are dissolved in it;
• 55 ml of hot water is poured into another container, in which 32 g of PVA glue of the thickest consistency are dissolved;
• a dye is added to the glue solution;
• pour a solution with a thickener and mix with a stick;
• when the piece stops sticking to the walls of the bowl, they take it in hand and actively knead it.

To prevent the toy from getting damaged and retain all its properties for a long time, simple tips will help:

• Periodically add a thickener to the mass. To make the composition softer, 2-3 drops are enough. After that, the mud is kneaded in the hands for 4 minutes.
• When buying, you should pay special attention to the conditions of production of the goods and the conditions of storage in the store.
• You should play with slime in moderation. You can't hold the slime in your hands for too long without a container.
• If the slime has become too runny, a few grains of salt will help. Grains of salt are added to the container where the mud is stored, covered with a lid and shaken. The salt absorbs excess moisture and returns the old structure to the mud.
• The mass can harden. The reason is getting too intense, long game or overeating. A few drops of water are added to the mass and left alone for three hours.
• Adding a thickener will help remove excess stickiness. Then the slime is placed in the refrigerator for 5-6 hours.

All these methods not only restore the structure, but also increase the size of the mud.