How Gen Z-Led Brand OG Slimes Is Transforming the Way We View Slime
When slime skyrocketed in popularity during the early 2010s, its primary demographic was children, but with OG Slimes' more mature collections, from cleaning supplies (Slime Mommy and Slimuloso) to horror movies (Redrum) and crystals (Blue Lace Agate and Malachite), Christine Ly and Olivya Soth have opened up an entirely new age group to the world of slime.
You've probably seen the duo's viral scooping videos across TikTok and Instagram—where they've amassed over millions of followers—and they've quickly established themselves as one of the most innovative with their trendy creative direction and high-quality content.
We had the chance to chat with Christine and Olivya about OG Slimes. Continue scrolling to learn more about their journey to slime and dreams for the brand.
Name: Christine Ly & Olivya Soth
Instagram: @slime_og
Hometown: Redondo Beach, California, & Lowell, Massachusetts
Their History with Slime
"Slime was an interesting hobby, almost an obsession for Christine at first! She decided to make an instagram to post one of her slime creations and the videos went viral. Then, she created the first butter slime texture and decided to start selling it. When the restocks continuously sold out, she realized that it could be a real business opportunity."
-OG Slimes
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What Makes Them Different
"Our brand aesthetic and target audience."
-OG Slimes
(Photo Credit: Kiara Devine)
Their Favorite Slime Texture
"Christine's favorite slime texture is any crunch bombs, specifically our gel, clear-based crunchy slimes.
Olivya's favorite slime texture is butter. Not only because it's what Christine created, but it's velvety soft and fun to play with."
-OG Slimes
Their Favorite Product They've Released
"Christine's current favorite slime is Día de Los Muertos.
Olivya's current favorite slime is OUI-G Board."
-OG Slimes
The Best Piece of Advice They've Received
"There's no right or wrong way to do things. For a long time, Christine felt like she wasn't doing things 'the right way' but she realized there is no wrong way. Olivya feels that it's important to do things your way and to stay true to yourself."
-OG Slimes
(Photo Credit: Kiara Devine)
The Habits That Made Them Successful
"The most important habit to us is consistency. The dedication to our passions shows in the consistency of our work and how we show up for ourselves and others every day! The second most important habit is gratitude. Taking the time to appreciate people, things and experiences, and shifting the perspective when it gets difficult."
-OG Slimes
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What It Means to Be Gen Z Entrepreneurs
"Being Gen Z entrepreneurs is equally tough and rewarding. To us it means freedom, creativity and collaboration."
-OG Slimes
(Photo Credit: Kiara Devine)
The Most Rewarding Part of Their Work
"We can help and support others in any capacity we can!"
-OG Slimes
A Fun Fact
"Christine is a pretty private person and would prefer if people didn't know anything about her, but if she had to say one thing, she's really obsessed with milk tea. She once got one milk tea every day for three months straight."
-OG Slimes
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