How to Make Fake Snow with 2 Ingredients
Make your own magical pretend "snow" with this easy 2-ingredient recipe. It's moldable, feels cold to the touch, and is perfect for imaginative play!
Cost $5
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 1 cup Foam Shaving Cream
- 1 cup Baking Soda
Instructions
- Add both ingredients to a large mixing bowl.
- Use a spatula to stir.
- Continue stirring until the mixture has a texture like packed snow (this may take a few minutes).
- Finish mixing by hand.
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Notes
Prep Tips
- Shaving Cream - We used white foam shaving cream for this artificial snow recipe. I'm not sure if gel shaving cream would have the same results, as I haven't personally tried it. The brand doesn't really matter though, so you can by the cheap or generic kind of foam shaving cream.
- Ingredient Amounts - You can easily double this recipe (or make larger batches). The ratio of baking soda to shaving cream is 1:1 so as long as you stay in that range, you can use 2 cups, 3 cups, etc.
- Safety - Unlike real snow, this play snow is NOT edible or taste-safe. Always supervise children when making or playing with fake snow. As with any skin products such as shaving cream, irritation may occur with sensitive skin or skin that has any cuts. Always wash hands thoroughly when done playing.
- Storage - This fake snow can be stored in an airtight container for a couple days, so you can reuse it. After that, you'll notice that it starts to dry out as it loses moisture.