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How To Make Galaxy Slime Without Borax

Galaxy slime is one of the coolest slimes we’ve made to date! 

Recently we’ve created holographic glitter slime, neon slime, and simple fluffy slime, but this one has become our new favorite. 

Today we’re sharing how to make your own custom galaxy slime, exactly the way you want. 

And if you’re worried about it being too difficult or time-consuming, just throw that thought out the window! This slime recipe only uses 4 different ingredients and takes 10 minutes or less to make. 

Read on below to see how simple it is to make this galaxy slime recipe with Elmer’s clear glue. 

Also, if you love slime, you have to check out our easy slime recipes for kids page. It’s got every slime idea you want in one place. 

Galaxy Slime Recipe

galaxy slime image collage with the words shimmery galaxy slime

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Ingredients

impression of handprint in glittery slime

Galaxy Slime Instructions

Pour the clear glue into a large bowl.

clear glue being poured into white bowl

Add in all the glitters, baking soda and contact lens solution.

white bowl with slime ingredients

Use a fork to mix everything together.

hands mixing slime ingredients with a fork

Dip your fingers in a little of the contact solution (this will help it not stick to your hands as much) and knead the slime until it fully forms. If it’s still a tad too sticky, add a tiny bit (a teaspoon at a time) more contact lens solution and knead again. 

hand kneading slime

That’s it! It’s such an easy slime to make!

hand squeezing galaxy slime

This slime is so sparkly your kids won’t want to put it down! 

You can see we didn’t add any measurements for the glitter since you can put in as little or as much as you want. We ended up using 5 different colored glitters in pink, purplish-pink, teal, green, blue, and a hint of silver that are all included in this 30 set glitter kit

slime falling out of class bowl
hand squeezing galaxy slime

Of course if you want to keep it super simple, you can use Elmer’s glitter glue in pink and blue and just skip the added glitter altogether. We prefer adding our own glitter so we can make it exactly how we want it!

pile of blueish purple slime

Slime Safety Tips

Please always have adult supervision when children are playing with slime.

Be certain your child knows this type of slime is not edible. If any part of the slime is accidentally ingested, immediately call for medical advice. 

hand pressing into slime

Parents or another adult should always make the slime. This type of slime should not be used with children 3 and younger. 

If your child has sensitive skin use gloves while playing with the slime or watch them to be sure the slime isn’t irritating to the skin. 

ribbons of galaxy slime on table

Always have your child wash their hands after playing with slime.

hand holding slime

More Sensory Activities For Kids

hand squeezing galaxy slime

How To Make Galaxy Slime Without Borax

Yield: 1 medium batch
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Active Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Difficulty: Easy

Learn how to make this simple galaxy slime with glue, baking soda and contact solution.

Materials

  • 1 cup Elmer's clear glue
  • Fine glitter in multiple galaxy colors
  • 1 tablespoon baking soda
  • 2 tablespoons contact lens solution (it must contain boric acid to work)

Tools

  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring spoons
  • Measuring cups
  • Fork

Instructions

  1. Pour the clear glue into a large bowl. 
  2. Add in all the glitters, baking soda and contact lens solution. 
  3. Use a fork to mix everything together. 
  4. Dip your fingers in a little of the contact solution (this will help it not stick to your hands as much) and knead the slime until it fully forms. If it's still a tad too sticky, add a tiny bit (a teaspoon at a time) more contact lens solution and knead again. 

 

Notes

The contact lens solution must contain boric acid, so read the ingredients before purchasing.

Did you make this craft?

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Amy

Sunday 18th of June 2023

I am looking for fun crafts for summer camp with 50 kids. I am not sure how much a 'medium amount' is. If I split up 1 batch of slime from this recipe, how many kids would get a good amount? I was thinking 3 kids for each batch but maybe it could be more? I'm trying to figure out how much of the ingredients I need. Thanks for any help you can offer.

Sam

Monday 19th of June 2023

Hi Amy! Yeah, I would say it's actually more like 2 kids per batch if you want a good amount for the kids to play with. Every time we have made slime, my kids wanted an entire batch to themselves 🤪

Martha Bond

Tuesday 25th of May 2021

I found this page by accident and I loved. Great ideas.

Sam

Thursday 27th of May 2021

Haha, thanks!

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