Soap bubble solution. Recipes with and without glycerin, how to make at home

Soap bubbles are a favorite form of entertainment for the vast majority of children aged 1 to 10 years. To please their child, parents do not necessarily have to buy a ready-made product. Making a soap solution together with your young assistant will not only strengthen the emotional connection between family members, but will also teach them to take care of things created with their own hands.

Conditions under which soap solutions work

A bubble solution prepared at home from improvised means will not work under all circumstances. Considering that the outer shell of the blown ball is extremely thin, in order to maintain the integrity of the bubble, it is necessary to create the necessary external conditions for it:

• air humidity should be at an average level - not less than 40% (in hot, dry weather, soap bubbles will not blow due to a lack of moisture in the environment, which affects the pressure exerted on them);
• weather (it is recommended to blow soap bubbles outdoors in spring or autumn. In summer, you should do this early in the morning or late in the evening);
• absence of strong gusts of wind (powerful air currents disrupt the integrity of the bubbles, bursting them at the moment of exiting the main ring).

To ensure that your experience of creating soap bubbles on your own is successful, it is recommended that you use only distilled water for the solution. Otherwise, the contaminated base will not interact with the chemical component, as a result of which it will be impossible to blow a bubble in any weather conditions.

Proportions of ingredients for bubble soap

The most common proportions of ingredients used in creating bubble soap are distilled water (DW) making up 6 parts of the total composition, soap ingredient (SI) – 2 parts, and “fixative” (F) – 1 part.

Some variations allow for the addition of more "fixer" (when creating giant or figured soap bubbles). In some cases, an additional component may be required, for example, to give the soap solution color. In this case, the proportions of the original ingredients will also change in direct dependence on the new one.

For example:

Standard solution formula	Formula of solution with added dye
6 (DV) + 2 (MI) + 1 (Z)	5 (LW) + 3 (G) + 4 (MI) + 1 (color pigment)

How to check the quality of the solution?

There are several ways to test your homemade bubble solution. "Professionals" who regularly do the process in question are able to assess its appearance, while those who need additional tips can It is recommended to use the algorithm below:

1. From the prepared composition, blow a soap bubble, the diameter of which should be at least 30 mm.
2. Dip your index finger into the soap solution and lightly touch the wall of the bubble (the soap ball should not burst).
3. After your finger touches the bubble, time it for 30 seconds, during which time, in the absence of any rough impact on the soap “cloud”, it should retain its original appearance.

Variants of solutions for soap bubbles. Preparation with your own hands

Soap bubbles can be made with ingredients specially designed for this purpose (sold in specialized craft stores) or with improvised means. Regardless of the chosen method of creating a composition for entertainment, it is important to remain vigilant and not leave the child alone with components that at first glance seem safe.

Classical

The classic recipe for creating a solution for soap bubbles involves following the algorithm of actions below:

1. Pour 400 ml of distilled water into a deep bowl.
2. Add 150-200 ml of soap solution (can be purchased at any store selling household chemicals). The composition should contain a minimum amount of impurities and fragrances, which will allow you to get a large amount of foam when using it.
3. Add 3 teaspoons of refined white sugar to the resulting consistency.
4. Mix all ingredients thoroughly, then leave for 40-60 minutes for the best interaction between them.

For the little ones

To make playing with soap bubbles safe for children of all ages, you can mix the base using baby shampoo (the hair and scalp cleanser should be marked 0+ or ​​have a recommendation for use when washing newborns from the first days of life).

1. Mix 200 ml of “no tears” baby shampoo and 400 ml of distilled water (if bottled water is not available, you can use boiled, pre-filtered liquid).
2. Leave the mixture in a dark, cool place for 20-24 hours.
3. After 24 hours, add 5 teaspoons of sugar to the soap base. Stir.

From dishwashing liquid

Soap bubbles made with a gel-like solution of dishwashing liquid are iridescent, but more fragile and only medium in size.

Despite this, this recipe is one of the simplest, requiring a minimum number of ingredients:

1. Pour 200 ml of filtered water into a small saucepan.
2. Add 200 ml of detergent to the water.
3. Stir the ingredients, avoiding the formation of a large amount of foam.
4. Let the solution sit for 24 hours, then add 3 teaspoons of sugar (makes the bubbles stronger).
5. Stir the ingredients until the sugar grains are completely dissolved.
6. Place the solution in a cool place for 3 hours.

From washing powder

Preparing the base for soap bubbles using washing powder takes 1.5 – 2 days.

In order for the resulting composition to be enough for several days of regular use in entertainment, it is necessary to observe the following are the stages of its creation:

1. Pour 600 ml of filtered water into a saucepan.
2. Bring to a boil and let cool on its own to 40-50 degrees Celsius.
3. Add 100 g of washing powder to moderately hot water.
4. Stir. Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature without artificially accelerating this process.
5. Add 20 drops of alcohol and 150 ml of liquid glycerin.
6. Mix the ingredients. Store the bubble base in the refrigerator on the top shelf.

With ammonia

A solution for soap bubbles, the preparation of which requires the use of ammonia, is not recommended for use for the entertainment of children under 7 years old. Accidental contact of the composition with the eyes or other mucous membranes can provoke irritation and acute discomfort for a small person in the injured part of his body.

1. Mix 0.6 l of distilled water and 30 drops of ammonia in a deep container.
2. Place the dish in a dark, cool place for 5 hours.
3. Add 5 tbsp. sugar and 50 g of washing powder to the mixture. Mix the ingredients.
4. Leave in the refrigerator for 2 hours to allow the ingredients to interact as much as possible.

With syrup

To make the process of creating a soap base fun, you can use corn syrup as the main ingredient. It is safe for children and is sold at any grocery hypermarket.

Only those who strictly follow the following algorithm of actions will be able to make soap bubbles with syrup:

1. Pour 400 ml of dishwashing liquid (preferably a gel-like substance) into a deep container.
2. Dilute the thick consistency with filtered water, in a volume of 1 liter.
3. Mix thoroughly, avoiding the formation of a large amount of foam.
4. Pour 150 ml of corn syrup into the container.
5. Mix all ingredients and let the soap base sit for 5-7 hours.

With glycerin

Glycerin is used in the vast majority of cases as a "fixer" that provides strength to the walls of blown soap bubbles. This component must be purchased in liquid form (the easiest way is to dose it in accordance with the recommended proportions).

The most common recipe for a soap base with glycerin is:

1. Mix 150 ml of filtered water with 2 teaspoons of refined sugar.
2. Place in the refrigerator for 3 hours.
3. Add 25 g of liquid glycerin and 100 g of ready-made soap solution from the store.
4. Mix the ingredients.
5. It is recommended to use for its intended purpose only 7 hours after preparing the bubble base.

Without glycerin

If you do not plan to use glycerin or other “fixatives” in the composition of soap bubbles, the main component of the solution should be boiled filtered water.

The easiest way to ensure that the soap “clouds” do not burst at the “exit” is to use a recipe that is, in a way, basic:

1. Cool 500 ml of boiled water to room temperature.
2. Pour 100 ml of soap solution or dishwashing liquid (preferably) into clean water.
3. Stir. Let sit in the refrigerator for 5 hours.
4. Add 3-4 teaspoons of sugar and 1 tablespoon of salt.
5. Stir the mixture until the sugar and salt grains are completely dissolved.

With gelatin

Soap bubbles with gelatin are small, but thanks to their elastic walls, they are blown out in the maximum possible quantity in one exhalation. This entertainment is most liked by children from 2 to 3 years old, whose main fun in this case is bursting soap "clouds", and not admiring their appearance.

1. Dissolve 50 g of gelatin in water (the proportions are indicated by the manufacturer on the gelatin package). Leave until completely swollen.
2. Drain off excess water.
3. Add 50 g of refined white sugar. Stir.
4. Place the container with the mixture on the fire and, without bringing it to a boil, achieve a liquid consistency.
5. Pour 800 ml of distilled water into the resulting solution.
6. Add 200 ml of dishwashing gel and 100 ml of glycerin.
7. Mix all ingredients. Use the soap base at least 5 hours after its preparation.

With lubricant gel

Soap bubbles, the base for which was prepared using a gel lubricant, are considered the most "tenacious". The integrity of their walls retains its original appearance not only when in contact with other bubbles, but even when in contact with water.

1. Mix 100 ml of lubricant gel (it is recommended to use a gel without dyes, fragrances and other chemical additives) with 100 ml of liquid glycerin and 200 ml of gel dishwashing detergent.
2. Bring 800 ml of distilled water to a boil, then let it cool on its own to 50 degrees Celsius.
3. Combine both consistencies so that no foam forms during mixing.
4. Let it brew for 3-4 hours.

From bath foam

Soap bubbles, the composition of the solution of which implies the presence of bath foam, are the most fragrant and airy among their analogues. The process of their creation does not require much effort and special skills, and also takes a minimum amount of time.

1. Pour 100 ml of distilled water into a deep container.
2. Add 300 ml of bath foam (it is preferable to use baby foam, which does not irritate the mucous membranes if it gets into the eyes or mouth). Mix the ingredients.
3. For the best interaction of the main components, leave the soap base in the refrigerator for 10-15 hours.
4. If the bubbles do not blow out when using the solution as directed, it is recommended to place the composition back in the refrigerator for 5-7 hours.

From laundry soap

To avoid wasting time searching for the necessary ingredients to prepare the solution, you can create a base for the bubbles using regular laundry soap.

1. Grate the laundry soap on a coarse grater so that its total weight is 200 g.
2. Bring 2 liters of filtered water to a boil, remove from heat, then add small pieces of previously grated soap.
3. Stir until the soap is completely dissolved in water.

Colored bubbles

To get colored soap bubbles, you can use any of the known recipes for preparing the base. It is recommended to add food coloring to the traditional composition at the final stage, which is the safest of all known pigments. The proportions of the paint are determined "by eye", depending on the saturation of the color that is planned to be obtained "at the output".

Strong bubbles

To make the blown soap bubbles particularly strong, it is recommended to mix the following when creating their base:

• 800 ml distilled water;
• sugar water in a ratio of 5:1;
• 200 g of laundry soap, grated on a coarse grater;
• 100 g liquid glycerin.

Figured soap bubbles

To make soap bubbles of unusual shapes, when blowing them, you should use a thick soap base (the essential components are glycerin and sugar) and special frames. They are sold ready-made or can be made at home yourself.

Big bubbles

It is recommended to prepare the base for large soap bubbles in a large container, such as a basin, capable of accommodating a large frame for blowing.

This type of soap "clouds" should be created from:

• 70 ml liquid glycerin;
• 150 ml dishwashing liquid;
• 5 tsp refined sugar;
• 500 ml distilled water.

All ingredients are mixed sequentially and then placed in a cool, dark place for 5 hours.

Giant bubbles

Giant soap bubbles will be a spectacular attribute of any children's party.

You can prepare the base for them using:

• 800 ml filtered water;
• 200 ml of dishwashing gel or ready-made soap solution;
• 100 g liquid glycerin;
• 50 g refined sugar;
• 50 g gelatin (it must be dissolved in water, according to the manufacturer's recommendations).

Freezing soap bubbles

Soap bubbles that do not burst when they come into contact with solid objects can only be found on store shelves.

The technology of their production is kept secret by the manufacturers. All that is known about this type of product is that it is non-toxic and meets all the requirements for children's products.

Homemade hardening bubbles are less durable. Their consistency resembles glue or nail polish, and the main thickener is sugar syrup. When touching, for example, the floor, the soap "cloud" is fixed in one position and begins to harden gradually.

To create such bubbles you need:

• 100 ml hot distilled water;
• 50 ml liquid glycerin;
• 40 g of laundry soap, grated on a coarse grater;
• concentrated sugar syrup.

Useful tips, safety rules

To ensure that playing with soap bubbles does not have negative consequences for the well-being and health of its participants, regardless of their age, it is recommended to observe Basic safety rules:

• avoid contact of even a minimal amount of soap solution with mucous membranes;
• If the composition gets into your eyes, rinse them with plenty of water;
• If concentrated soap solution gets into the stomach, drink at least 200 ml of clean water (this will help reduce the concentration of toxic substances in the body).

Experienced showmen specializing in soap bubble shows recommend to beginners:

• do not use running water when preparing the solution;
• avoid soap compositions with a high content of dyes, fragrances, and flavors;
• strictly adhere to the proportions and do not try to artificially increase the strength of the walls of soap bubbles (for example, an excess of glycerin or sugar leads to a situation where the bubbles do not blow out of the molds);
• After preparation, leave the solution to infuse in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours.

  

Soap bubbles do not require much energy to make. The solution for their launch can be created from improvised components, most of which are safe for both adults and children.

Despite this, regardless of the type of composition chosen, before playing with bubbles, adults should not only study the safety rules themselves, but also explain them to the younger generation.

Article formatting: Vladimir the Great

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