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How to Get Slime Out of Hair – 3 Best Techniques

Teens and kids absolutely love slime. Making slime has even become a popular activity at birthday parties and sleepovers. However, it can get messy and end up in unwanted places. We all know someone who has gotten slime in their hair, and getting it out isn’t always easy. It can be a hard feat if you don’t know what to do, but the good news is that you don’t have to cut the hair or cause pain to get slime out. It’s a common problem, so plenty of methods have been tested to figure out the best options.

Whether you’re dealing with glittery slime, fluffy slime, homemade DIY slime you got from a friend, or your own slime creation, these methods can help get it out if it gets into someone’s hair.

How to get slime out of hair with vinegar

How to get slime out of hair using vinegar

Vinegar is one of the best ways to get slime out of hair. All you need is vinegar and water.

All you have to do is follow these steps:

  1. Fill a cup with vinegar.
  2. Soak the slimy hair in the vinegar for about three minutes.
  3. Run your fingers through it every few minutes.
  4. Empty the cup and fill it with fresh vinegar as needed.
  5. Comb through the area, pulling the slime away, and then rinse with warm water.
  6. Once you get all the slime out, use conditioner because vinegar can dry hair out.
@cleaningwith_julie This works great on carpet/fabrics also! Vinegar is the answer when slime is involved! I still don’t know how this happened I’m glad I had vinegar on hand #slimeinhair #slimeremoval #slimeasmr #cleaningslime ♬ suga suga – grace ✭

How to get slime out with hot water and conditioner

You can get slime out of your hair using conditioner and hot water – one of the cleanest ways to make it happen. Here’s how you can do it:

  1. Soak the hair with hot water and pull off as much slime as you can, continuously running hot water over it.
  2. Apply a good amount of conditioner to that area of hair and let it sit for three to five minutes.
  3. Massage it in while working to loosen the slime.
  4. Rinse with hot water again, removing slime as you go.
  5. Comb through the area until no slime remains.
  6. Rinse the conditioner out and shampoo until the hair is back to normal.
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How to get slime out of hair with peanut butter

Peanut butter contains natural oils that help break down the slime. It’s a quick but messy option that will work if you don’t have vinegar or conditioner handy. You’ll want to avoid this option if anyone has a peanut allergy.

Here’s how you can use peanut butter to get slime out of hair:

  1. Rub a spoonful of creamy peanut butter into the part of the affected area.
  2. Keep working it into the strands until the slime gets softer and starts coming off.
  3. Comb out the peanut butter and slime.
  4. Shampoo until no residue or oil remains.
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Tips For Getting Slime Out of Hair

No matter the method you use, there are some key tips you can follow, including:

  • Don’t cut it – you can save the hair and get all the slime out, it might just take a little work.
  • Use a fine-tooth comb and start from the tips of the hair.
  • Pull slowly to avoid pain and breakage.
  • Hold the hair above the affected area to ease pain.
  • Don’t yank on the slime area, or it could make it work through the strands and stick more.
  • Follow up your chosen method with dish soap to help remove remaining residue and slime.

Conclusion

While getting slime in your hair might seem like a crisis, you can get it out without cutting it or doing anything else you might regret. You can use vinegar, peanut butter, conditioner, or other options to remove the slime. Be patient and use the tips above to get it out without causing any damage.