Behind the Batches: Late-Night Slime Time, One Whiff at a Time
Mix Master Mike keeping the vibes on point, our decorated $5 mixer from Trademe!
What do you get when a graphic designer and a musician get their sensory kiddo to sleep and walk into a kitchen at 7:30PM? You get Slime Minister's Slime Lines.
Welcome to a little peek behind the batches.
While the rest of the house is winding down, slime time starts after bedtime. Once our son is tucked in and the dishwasher’s humming, you’ll find Cheyney and Ikr in the kitchen, sleeves rolled up, hands in slime.
Cheyney: Chief Whiff & Colour Queen
Cheyney’s in charge of the scent journey and the colour vibe of every slime. She’s got a nose for nostalgia and a palette tuned to joy. From the marshmallow-milky Vanilla Berry Puff to the zesty brightness of Pash’n’Pine, every Slime Minister scent is mixed and matched with care and a little cheek. The goal? To make your nose do a double-take and your heart feel a bit younger.
Ikr: Texture Technician & Squish Boss
Ikr’s the reason your slime feels so good. He’s the one testing the stretch, the pop, the fluff, and yes, the squish factor. He dials in the glue-to-activator ratio with mad scientist precision and is constantly improving how much air goes into a swirl. Texture isn’t just a detail here, it’s the whole experience.
Our Process: Small Batches, Big Energy
We hand-make each batch in small runs so we can keep quality high and creativity flowing. It’s a late-night operation powered by our Spotify playlist and fuelled by curiosity.
Every slime goes through at least three rounds of testing, including by our very own in-house product tester (a.k.a. our son), who brings his honest opinions and big reactions to the table. If it doesn’t pass the squish test or makes a mess we wouldn’t want to clean up at midnight, it doesn’t make the cut.
PSA: Slime Isn’t Forever — But You Can Help It Last
We wish slime could live forever, but like fresh bread or good bananas, it has a shelf life. Typically, you can expect about 1–3 months of prime squishiness, depending on how it’s cared for.
Here’s how to make your slime last longer:
Clean hands, always — Oils and dirt can break down the slime over time
Clean play surface — Keep the grit and fluff out
Store it airtight — Lids on tight, no air gaps
Keep it cool — Room temperature is ideal (not hot cars or fridges)
Give it a spritz — Our Consistency Controller can help control the consistency, if it gets too sticky
If it’s getting sticky or stiff, don’t panic. Check our FAQs for how to bring it back to life.
From Our Kitchen to Your Hands
Slime Minister isn’t mass-produced. It’s late-night joy, stress relief, sensory magic, and a whole lot of squish packed into a pot. Thanks for being part of our slime story. If you’ve got an idea for a new scent, we’re all ears. Tag us in your slime time pics: on Facebook and Instagram @slimeministernz
Stay gooey,
Cheyney & Ikr