Big Bubble Powder is a special blend of guar gum, and a polymer called PEG-90m that lets you make HUGE bubbles! The polymers let bubbles stretch much larger than they would with just detergent, or with regular additives like glycerin, or corn syrup. This is our tried-and-true recipe that we've tinkered with to get *just right*.
To make a gallon of bubble solution:
Add one gallon of water to a bucket, and sprinkle 1/4 tsp of the bubble powder on top. Whisk it to combine in the water.
Add 2/3 cup of ultra non-antibacterial detergent, and stir gently. Try not to make a lot of foam- foam is the enemy of big bubbles.
Then you're ready to play! We highly recommend Dawn 3x detergent- available pretty much anywhere. It makes big, sturdy, really colorful bubbles, and in our opinion is really worth the extra dollar or two. Seventh Generation works really well too.
If you're using a non-ultra detergent, or store brand (Great Value is totally fine, but the bubbles aren't as colorful) start with 3/4 cup, and you may have to add a little more. You don't need a ton of soap to get a great bubble, but it does take practice.
Safety:
Big Bubble powder is essentially non-toxic. Guar gum is used in lots of different foods, and the one that we use is organic, and non-gmo. PEG-90m is generally used in cosmetics- it's what makes the lubricating strips on razors. It's very slippery, and slimy when mixed with water.
If you get some in your eyes just a quick rinse with water should take the sting away.
If you're handling a lot of bubble solution it can be drying to the skin because the pH of the detergent is usually pretty high. We recommend using a good lotion, or rubber gloves to protect your skin if you're doing a lot of spiffy bubble tricks.
Bubble Solution doesn't stain clothes, but washing your hands, taking a bath, or running through the hose after you're bubbled-out for the day is recommended.
