
Kinetic sand is a special type of sand that behaves in a way that seems almost magical. Unlike regular sand, the grains of kinetic sand are coated with a thin layer of silicone oil, which gives it its unique properties. This coating makes the sand viscoelastic, meaning it flows like a liquid when you let it move freely but stiffens like a solid when you squeeze or mold it. This combination allows kinetic sand to clump together, hold shapes, and yet still flow through your fingers, creating that satisfying, almost “alive” movement that makes it so fun to play with.
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