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Slime: Everything you Wanted to Know!

Your complete guide, including easy DIY slime recipes you can make at home using just glue and contact lens solution!

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Beano Facts Team
Last Updated:  June 24th 2022

How is slime made?

Well, the good news is that you don't need to be a science boffin or own factory to make it!You can make your own slime by watching our video – have fun!

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What different types are there?

There's lots of different types! There's crunchy, magnetic, glitter, fluffy and slime you can actually eat – but remember: not all slime is edible!

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Which slime should I make or buy?

That's entirely up to you – but it's way more fun to make it yourself, don't you think? Remember, all you need is glue, water, special contact lens solution and a nice clean surface – don't forget to add a little food dye to make yours really colourful!

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Which one is best?

While we give a big thumbs up to all kinds of the gooey stuff, we think magnetic slime is AWESOME!

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Which slime is stretchiest?

Not all slime stretches very easily and make break apart if you pull it too much – scientists agree that slime made using a small amount of laundry starch will give the streeeeeeeeetchiest results!

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How do I make slime?

If you've not had a chance to watch our tutorial video, let's recap: all you need is a bowl, some glue, contact lens solution, food dye and water Once you've done that, here are some secrets to make your slime even more awesome!

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