What is slime activator?

Slime activator is a key ingredient in making slime. It's the substance that causes the glue in slime recipes to cross-link and form the desired stretchy, non-Newtonian fluid. Without an activator, you'd just have a sticky mess of glue.

Here's some important information about slime activators:

• Borax: The most common and classic activator. It's usually dissolved in water to create a borax solution. Borax needs to be handled with care and properly diluted.

• Liquid Laundry Starch: Another popular and readily available option. Brands like Sta-Flo are common. Liquid%20Laundry%20Starch is generally considered a gentler alternative to borax.

• Contact Lens Solution: Many brands contain boric acid and sodium borate, which act as activators. Not all contact lens solutions work, so be sure to check the ingredients. Contact%20Lens%20Solution is often preferred for its ease of use.

• Other options: Less common activators include laundry detergent (check ingredients for borates), and certain powdered laundry boosters. These can be trickier to use and may not produce consistent results.

• Important Considerations: When using any activator, it's best to add it gradually. Over-activating slime can make it stiff and brittle. It's always a good idea to supervise children when making slime and to emphasize handwashing afterwards.