Why slime is reduced, how and how to restore its size

Over time, under the influence of many factors, an elastic anti-stress toy can significantly decrease in size and dry out. As a rule, this happens with improper use or storage. Let's see why the size of the slime is reduced and what are the ways to restore its former shape and consistency.

Why does slime get smaller

There are several reasons why slime gets smaller. The main ones are the loss of necessary moisture, as well as the adverse effects of frost and heat.

Drying

Elastic hand toys called slimes or slimes contain about 65% water. As a result of prolonged use, moisture begins to evaporate, and bubbles appear in the mass itself. Therefore, the size is also reduced.

Additionally, slime can dry out and become small if stored outdoors in low humidity conditions without a secure airtight container.

Frost and heat

Another important reason for the decrease in the size of the sludge is the violation of the temperature storage regime. Due to direct exposure to the sun in hot conditions, the mud shrinks and begins to spread.When exposed to low temperatures and frost, the viscous mass turns into a small hard lump. Such problems arise due to the storage of mud on the balcony in the cold season or in the freezer.

How to increase

If, for whatever reason, the slime has become smaller, do not rush to throw it away. Using several effective methods, you can easily restore the original state of the toy. To help - water, salt, plasticine and kinetic sand.

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Dipping and stretching

One of the easiest and most accessible methods in all conditions is to perform the following actions:

1. Take a chewing gum and knead it intensely.
2. For 3-5 minutes, stretch the flexible mass in all directions, twist it in the form of curls, then pull it out again.
3. Pour 100ml of lukewarm water into a convenient deep container.
4. Dip the slime in water and stir it with a wooden or plastic stick for 30 seconds (you can use a small spoon, but preferably not a metal spoon).
5. Remove the mass from the container and stretch again.
6. To be effective, this action must be repeated three to five times. Accordingly, the size of the mud will be the same.

How and what to do with a salt injection

Salt injection is a safe and reliable method of resuscitating shrunken drool.

It needs:

• disposable syringe with needle;
• salt;
• the water;
• several dry towels.

First of all, you must:

1. In a small glass, ceramic or plastic container, dissolve three pinches of table salt in one hundred milliliters of warm water.
2. Put the slime in the prepared liquid and hold for five minutes.
3. Remove from the container and check its texture.If the hand toy is very sticky, add a gram of salt and knead it thoroughly.

After such obligatory preparation, you can proceed to the injection itself:

1. In a clean container, mix two pinches of table salt with 20 milliliters of warm water (boiling water cannot be used).
2. Fill the syringe with the prepared solution.
3. Insert a needle into the center of the slime and release the entire contents of the syringe.
4. After three hours, repeat the procedure.

Envelope with salt

You can give slime the vital moisture you need with a salt wrap. The elastic mass, pre-soaked in saline solution, should be evenly sprinkled with edible fine salt and folded in the form of an envelope. After that, knead it several times.

This method will help restore the correct consistency of the slime.

shaving gel

The combination of shaving gel and toddler powder will help increase the size of dry or damaged sludge. The powder can be replaced with regular potato starch or wheat flour.

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You should work with these substances as follows:

1. Place a medium sized plastic bag on the table.
2. Place the slime in the center of the bag.
3. On top, evenly pour 2 tablespoons of the favorite powder - baby powder, wheat flour or potato starch, then intensively knead the gelatinous mass.
4. Add shaving gel to the gradually increasing viscous mass (just spray the bomb twice in a row).
5. Manually stretch the slime in different directions, up and down for five minutes. After that, its texture will become supple, supple and lush.

Kinetic Sand

Kinetic or living sand is a unique material for children's play.It looks like regular sand, but has a higher moisture content and is colored in different colors. You can buy it in children's toy and stationery stores. Kinetic sand is often included in slimes, so it can be used to restore specimens that have lost their shape.

To build the mud mass using this method, you must:

1. Spread the slime on the table, after placing a plastic bag.
2. Pour over 1 tablespoon of kinetic sand (choosing a color that matches the color of the slime).
3. Knead by hand for a few minutes until the consistency becomes uniform.
4. Re-pour a tablespoon of kinetic sand and knead again carefully.

As a result, the mud will become coarse, fluffy and airy, and its extensibility and elasticity will improve significantly.

Adding modeling clay

Another reliable and effective way to restore reduced slime made from plasticine and gelatin is to add clay to the air.

Unlike usual, it is very soft and does not stick to the fingers at all.

It is necessary to perform the following actions:

1. A small piece of airy plasticine (of a size corresponding to half of the palm, to be combined with the viscous mass).
2. Stir vigorously for 5-10 minutes until smooth.
3. As a result, the mud will expand and its texture will become oily, elastic and viscous.

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Preventative measures

In order for the slime not to lose the moisture it needs and its original shape, preventive measures must be followed.

Namely, put it in different types of liquids every day for 3-5 minutes:

• ordinary hot water;
• water with salt;
• water with glue;
• mineral water.

Once every two days, you can soak the slime for five minutes in a 10% alcohol solution. As a result of these simple procedures, the mass will become elastic and resilient, and existing cracks will also be eliminated.

Rules of care

Literate slime care includes the following actions and procedures:

• Daily feeding, as a result of which the slime will increase in size like a paste.
• Store in a cool place and in a sealed package.
• Periodic cleaning of dust particles and dirt. Small dust particles can be washed off with running water, and larger dirt particles can be removed with tweezers or a needle.
• Regular games of 20 to 40 minutes per day.

Tips & Tricks

In order to restore the structure of a damaged, reduced or dehydrated sludge, various components can be added depending on the use. To give it softness and elasticity, baby cream and toothpaste are suitable. For a more delicate and airy texture - shaving foam, and for elasticity and lightness - PVA glue and starch. Additionally, you can enhance the look of the toy by adding sequins, beads, hydrogel or foam balls.