Crazy Aaron's Thinking Putty - Mixed Emotions - Multi-Color Sensory Putty for Kids and Adults in a 4" Tin - Creative and Endless Fun, Stress Relief Therapy Toys, Never Dries Out - Made in USA

This putty is amazing—Scarab is a stunning, color-shifting dream and the texture is smooth, stretchy, and super satisfying. It doesn’t leave my hands feeling gross like some other putties, and it’s become my go-to desk fidget.However… when it arrived, the tin had been upside down during shipping and the putty basically suctioned the lid shut. It took 20 minutes and my husband’s help to finally get it open. Once it settled back to the bottom, it was fine—but heads up, you might need backup the first time you try to open it.

I’ve never bought thinking putty before, but the doc prescribed something like this to a family member, wanting them to use it for strength and dexterity in their hands. I have sensory issues and whenever they weren’t using it, I would borrow it to squish to my heart’s content. When I saw this, I had to get it for myself.I’ve only just received it, so I can’t comment on whether or how quickly the colour fades. Out of the box, the colour is really beautiful. The consistency is perfect: based on other reviews, I was expecting it to be slimier than it is, and I’m glad that’s not the case.It’s getting the thing out of its tin that’s a challenge. Mine had leaked around the edge and dried, creating a sort of seal that made opening the tin even more difficult. Luckily, I had just ordered a spudger, and that made things a lot easier (see photo). But based on this experience, I’m being careful to keep the tin flat, which means I can’t just chuck it in my backpack. This is not okay. I will need to find a better storage solution, which is disappointing given the price tag.So why five stars? Because the squishy is super squishy and wonderful, and I couldn’t bring myself to subtract stars for the subpar tin.

Really nice super satisfying! when you play with it for a long time it turns grey because of air bubbles then when you let it sit it returns back to the original color! I will say that the metal tin does dent easily. Mine came dented so I can’t close the tin again….but it never dries up so it’s fine no scent at all it is a little expensive but you do get a lot.

Love the scarab color. It's entertaining and enjoyable to fidget with - in fact I may play with it too frequently! It's not super sticky and so far has stayed nice and pliable and maintained color over the first week. Container and amount of putty is more than I anticipated. Only thing I'd change is to make it just a bit softer.

Good for something to play with

Bought this for a gift for my daughter. She loves it! Great colors and easy to manipulate and stretch.

Why did you pick this product vs others?:My daughter loves this stuff. Some time are hard to open but worth it

EDITED to say: be wary. The lid was off this, which I didn't know, and I set down a piece of clothing near it. A day later this goo had melted into the fibers, and since it was a wool scarf, it can't be laundered to remove it. Had to toss the scarf because there was such a big blob of stuff stuck to it. Tossed this putty, too, because I was so angry....There are a couple things that bother me about this. For months I've been playing with a piece of blue-tack that's about the size of a cherry, and decided to get something specifically meant for fiddling. I chose this product in the Scarab color because I love colorshift.Well - in the first place, the colors are only visible in direct sunlight. In interior lighting (LED or incandescent), or on overcast days, it appears a shiny medium blue-grey. The color wasn't my prime reason for purchasing, but it is enough of a disappointment to drop a star.Secondly, this is much softer than the blue-tack was. If I form the blue-tack into a ball and walk away for an hour, it holds its shape. But if I form this putty into a ball and walk away for an hour, it softens into a flat puddle. I mistakenly left it on the arm of my upholstered chair and it kind of melted into the fabric. If I hold it in my hand (getting distracted while I browse the internet or something), it softens and conforms to the skin on my hand, picking up all the folds and lines, and is a little difficult to remove. This is why I dropped the second star.I also did find it difficult to open the can but that's minor because once it's open, it's staying open. But, if I had this to do over again, I would have bought Silly Putty, which holds its shape and doesn't melt. I may yet do that.