Bursting chewing gum balloons is a favorite pastime of children and adults who still feel small. It is a real fun for those who chew gum. It is not that difficult. The essential thing is to learn the right breathing technique and know how to manage the gum in the mouth. Anyone can do it. A little method and practice is enough.
Steps
Part 1 of 2: Chew the Gum
Step 1. Buy chewing gum suitable for your purpose (aka "bubblegum")
You can find them in almost any store, from tobacconists to the supermarket around the corner from your home. You can also use those in small confetti, but you won't get very large and strong balloons. To get started, get a pack of tires like Big Babol. Generally, the choice is the right one if there is an image of a balloon on the package.
- Some types of gum are denser and stickier and therefore more difficult to peel off the face when they pop. Usually, if you chew them a little more before making a balloon, they become less sticky.
- Often, those less sugar-rich contain a stronger base gum for making balloons. In fact, they are equipped with long molecules that offer greater elasticity to the product. A good amount gives a better texture to the balloons.
- Avoid old tires. If you have one in your mouth for a long time, it will inevitably become harder, difficult to chew and unusable for making balloons. Take another one for better results.
Step 2. To start, put it in your mouth (you can use those in the shape of strips or confetti)
The more you chew, the more likely you are to make a balloon. At this stage, you're just learning the process, so you don't have to overdo the quantity. Discard a piece and put it in your mouth.
Step 3. Chew until soft and smooth
Work it with your mouth until the taste and sugar crystals have completely disappeared and the gum is malleable (i.e. soft and easily molded). It will probably take a few minutes, so be patient.
Don't wait too long. After about half an hour, it will deteriorate, becoming harder and less flexible. This way, it will be more difficult to make balloons
Part 2 of 2: Making the Balloon
Step 1. Roll the gum into a ball with your tongue
Use your palate to hold it steady as you give it a spherical shape. It doesn't have to be perfectly round. It is enough for you to become a compact mass.
Move it so that it comes behind your front teeth. Use your tongue to squeeze it and turn the ball into a small puck. To flatten it, push it against the back of your teeth
Step 2. Stretch your tongue out and push it into the flattened gum
Slightly space your upper and lower arches, then bring your tongue forward so that it comes out covered in a thin layer of chewing gum. You have to do it gently, otherwise you risk puncturing it. If it happens, reform the ball and start over. Keep familiarizing yourself with these movements as they can be a little tricky.
Train in front of a mirror so you can see if the tip of the rubber is in the right position
Step 3. Blow air into the small chewing gum pouch formed around the tongue
Introduce the air gently until you feel the tire begin to swell. At the same time he begins to push it out of his mouth so that it forms a balloon.
Many people make the mistake of blowing from their lips rather than expelling air from their lungs. If you blow lightly, you won't be able to get a balloon right, so put more energy into it. The right way to introduce air into the rubber is to produce a firm puff. Use the diaphragm to push the air out and exhale
Step 4. Remove your tongue from the chewing gum layer
Once the gum begins to swell from the air pressure, you can take your tongue out. Help yourself with the edges of your teeth to keep it in place. Keep blowing, slowly and gradually, as the balloon takes shape.
Keep your lips apart. Resist the urge to close your mouth after removing your tongue. By keeping your mouth open, you will have more space to introduce air into the balloon
Step 5. Continue blowing as much as you like or until the balloon pops
Breathe slowly and regularly. This will give the gum time to dilate.
If you want to make a bigger balloon, blow more. Avoid staying in areas exposed to wind and temperatures that are too hot or too cold. Cold, breezy air can cause the balloon to burst prematurely, while hot air can make the rubber so soft that it loses its elasticity
Step 6. Close the balloon
To do this, lightly bring your lips together. This will prevent it from expanding further, becoming larger than you want, or air escaping from the rubber.
If you don't want it to pop on your face and smear it with gum residue, you can form the balloon inside your mouth and push it out with your tongue
Step 7. Practice as much as you can
The first few attempts will surely fail, but they are part of the fun. Just keep trying until you get used to it. It will likely take some time to get used to using your jaw, mouth, and diaphragm. By practicing, you will be able to strengthen your muscles and the process will become easier.
Advice
- Moisten your lips just before starting so that the chewing gum doesn't stick when the balloon takes shape.
- Always make sure the rubber is soft. Don't keep it in your mouth for too long, or you'll have a hard time blowing.
