For a generation of 90s kids, few things were more iconic – or more desirable – than being drenched in Nickelodeon's signature green slime. But according to one of the channel's biggest stars, the reality was far from glamorous.
Daniella Monet, who played Trina Vega on the hit show Victorious, has pulled back the curtain on the slime's bizarre and frankly shocking composition in an exclusive revelation.
The truth, it turns out, is enough to make your stomach turn.
What Was The Nickelodeon Slime Really Made Of?
In a candid interview, Monet disclosed that the slime was a far cry from the appetising green goo it appeared to be on screen. "It was not what you think," she revealed, explaining the concoction was a mixture of apple sauce, oatmeal, and food colouring.
The combination created a thick, chunky substance that was poured over unsuspecting presenters and celebrities. "It was cold, it was chunky... it was not pleasant," Monet added, describing the distinctly unappealing texture.
A Sticky, Smelly Situation
Beyond the initial shock of the cold, gloopy mixture, the aftermath was arguably worse. Monet described how the slime would dry and harden on skin and hair, becoming incredibly difficult to wash out.
"You'd be picking oatmeal out of your hair for days," she confessed, shattering the illusion for countless fans who had dreamed of their own slime moment. The experience, while a badge of honour for any Nickelodeon star, was clearly more of an ordeal than a treat.
An Iconic Part of TV History
Despite its unpleasant makeup, the green slime remains one of the most enduring symbols of 90s and early 2000s children's television. It was the ultimate symbol of fun and chaos, a staple of shows like Slime Time Live and You Can't Do That on Television.
Monet's revelations offer a hilarious and slightly grim glimpse behind the scenes of the shows that defined a childhood for millions, proving that sometimes, it's better not to meet your heroes – or in this case, not to know what they're made of.
