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Making cornstarch play dough is fun and easy, and only three ingredients are needed: cornstarch, hair conditioner (yes) and food coloring. This recipe creates soft, stretchy play dough the kids will love.
Things You'll Need
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- Cornstarch
- Hair conditioner (Note: the play dough is going to smell like the conditioner, so choose a scent kids will like)
- Big mixing bowl
- Food coloring (optional)
- Smaller bowls for different colors (optional)
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Mix Your Ingredients
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Add two parts cornstarch for every one part conditioner in a bowl and mix well. You can use a spoon but the kids will love to use their hands!
If needed, keep adding generous pinches of cornstarch until you reach your desired consistency.
Make Your Colors
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Separate the dough and put into individual bowls, depending on how many different colors you want. Add a few drops of your favorite food coloring to each bowl and mix well.
Play
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Explore the soft, stretchy play dough and have fun!
Note: you can store the dough for a few weeks in an airtight container.