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Sometimes beauty brands just can't seem to get it right... and on this episode of The Double Cleanse, James & Robert are sharing their brutally honest takes on the beauty brands hey have complicated relationships with. In our Fact Or Fiction segment, the twins discuss a horrifying tale about viral skincare gone wrong. When a woman tried one of those trendy overnight peel-off collagen masks, she woke up with wrinkles that wouldn't disappear – and two months later, she needed filler to fix the damage. Is it fact or fiction? The answer might shock you! James & Robert are calling out luxury fashion houses for selling eyeshadow palettes in cheap plastic packaging, questioning why luxury nail polish is so terrible and... which brand needs to update their packaging? You don't have to love everything a brand puts out, and you're allowed to be picky with your beauty purchases. Don't forget to subscribe and catch new episodes of The Double Cleanse every Monday! *Product Recommendations* Dr.G Vita Clear Sun Serum Phytosurgence Cosmetics Cream Blush Follow The Double Cleanse Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@thedoublecleansepodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@thedoublecleanse⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@thedoublecleanse⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is chasing fame the worst career move you could make? James & Robert are here with another episode of The Double Cleanse, this week all about social media virality! After diving into their hotel nightmare (complete with invisible people and conjoining rooms…), the Welsh Twins are breaking down the harsh reality behind those millions of views from the fleeting nature of internet fame to the questionable ways people engineer their viral moments. James and Robert get brutally honest about how "going viral" has lost all meaning in 2025, the impact of the internet’s ever-shortening attention span, and how viral success rarely translates into sustainable careers or genuine connections with audiences. They discuss the psychology behind our obsession with viral content, the dark side of internet fame and why they actively avoid going viral themselves (yes, really). If you've ever dreamed of your 15 minutes of TikTok fame or wondered if viral success is worth the price, this episode is your reality check. Don't forget to subscribe and catch new episodes of The Double Cleanse every Monday! Thank You To Our Sponsors... MUA Makeup Academy's Pro/Base Lumi Tint is available now at https://www.muastore.co.uk Learn a new Language and get up to 60% off your subscription at http://babbel.com/WELSHTWINS Follow The Double Cleanse Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@thedoublecleansepodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@thedoublecleanse⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@thedoublecleanse⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Welsh Twins are back with another episode of The Double Cleanse, and this week James and Robert are throwing shade at the beauty products everyone loves to hype! Starting off with a debate about American vs British customer service culture (including a shop that has a quota for its staff members touching customers!), we're then diving into the most overhyped, under-delivering beauty products ever. From the cult-favourite Tarte Shape Tape concealer that Robert describes as "liquidated clay" to Caudalie's Beauty Elixir, which James lovingly calls "overpriced mouthwash in a bottle". The twins aren't holding back as they dissect why these viral sensations might not deserve all the praise! They're discussing everything from questionable brand ethics to ingredients that have no business being on your face. Plus, they're calling out Charlotte Tilbury's Magic Cream for making you stick to your bed sheets! If you love the products they're roasting, don't worry – they still love you. But get ready for some brutal honesty and a reminder that hype doesn't always equal quality. Don't forget to subscribe and catch new episodes of The Double Cleanse every Monday! *Product Recommendations* AMUSE Banana Lip Oil Wype Natural Toilet Paper Gel Follow The Double Cleanse Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@thedoublecleansepodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@thedoublecleanse⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@thedoublecleanse⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have we just uncovered one of the biggest beauty scams? On this episode of The Double Cleanse, James and Robert are diving into the great skincare paradox! After Robert admitted to finally seeing through a skincare routine (and getting the benefits from it!) in last weeks episode, we're now looking at the other skin. James and Robert explore why your skin barrier is begging you to chill out, how overcomplicated routines can backfire spectacularly and the psychological trap of thinking you need 47 steps to look decent. They also discuss the rise of "skinfluencers" pushing excessive routines and how the industry profits from making you feel like your face is constantly broken. From chemical burns disguised as "purging" to the satisfying simplicity of a three-step routine, James and Robert share their brutally honest takes on when skincare becomes self-sabotage. It's a reality check for product hoarders everywhere! Don't forget to subscribe and catch new episodes of The Double Cleanse every Monday! *Product Recommendations* TROIAREUKE ACSEN Oil Cut Cleansing JOOCYEE Jelly Eyeshadow Stick Follow The Double Cleanse Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@thedoublecleansepodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@thedoublecleanse⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@thedoublecleanse⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The internet is full of hate messages... but, can you turn hate into success on social media? On this episode of The Double Cleanse, James and Robert are diving deep into online negativity! Are internet users just getting meaner? James and Robert dive into why TikTok comments feel more vicious than traditional YouTube hate, the rise of "rage baiting" as a hobby and how the algorithm encourages negativity for engagement (you too, can turn a hate comment into viral content!). They discuss the difference between valid criticism and just being an ass and the glorious satisfaction of publicly embarrassing commenters who leave hate with their full name and Bible quotes in their bio. From serial commenters to performative cruelty, nothing is off limits. Don't forget to subscribe and catch new episodes of The Double Cleanse every Monday! *Product Recommendations* HERA Sensual Nude Gloss - Shade: Brownie Boy Rebound Skin Milk Activated Cica Toner Follow The Double Cleanse Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@thedoublecleansepodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@thedoublecleanse⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@thedoublecleanse Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're diving into a tropic that is guaranteed to spark debate: should your friends and family support your influencer journey? On this episode of The Double Cleanse, James and Robert are sharing their unfiltered POV! They discuss why forcing your mum to like every post might actually harm your algorithm, the difference between genuine organic growth and pity follows, and why treating your content creation like a business from day one is crucial. The twins get brutally honest about the "begging culture" on TikTok, explain why reaching follower milestones through forced support is pointless, and offer better alternatives for building a real community. It's tough love for aspiring creators, but someone needs to say it! Don't forget to subscribe and catch new episodes of The Double Cleanse every Monday! *Product Recommendations* TIRTIR Collagen Core Glow Mask THE TOOL LAB Tool Magnet Styler (Glow/Matte/Pore) Follow The Double Cleanse Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@thedoublecleansepodcast⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠@thedoublecleanse⁠⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠@thedoublecleanse Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our social media feeds are filled with influencer content nowadays... have we all had enough? On this episode of The Double Cleanse, James and Robert are giving their state of the nation on influencers! From "TikTok speak" to how identical brand briefs have made everyone sound the same, James and Robert are diving into how the influencer industry has evolved from exciting media disruptors to predictable walking billboards. They also share their thoughts on why certain achievements have lost their wow factor, the natural distrust audiences have developed toward sponsored content and why tapping on products actually makes sense (fight them on this!). As always, it's brutally honest, occasionally chaotic, and a reminder that even your favourite creators are tired of saying the same things! Don't forget to subscribe and catch new episodes of The Double Cleanse every Monday! *Product Recommendations* VTCosmetic's Garlic AC Reedle Shot Spot Cream Nuse Seed Care Lip Scrub Follow The Double Cleanse Instagram: ⁠⁠@thedoublecleansepodcast⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠@thedoublecleanse⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠@thedoublecleanse Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ever wondered what happens behind the scenes when a bunch of influencers go on a famed ‘brand trip’? James and Robert are spilling all of the behind the scenes tea on this episode of The Double Cleanse! From the glamorous Instagram posts to the exhausting reality behind the scenes, James and Robert chart the evolution of the ‘brand trip’ – from the early days of "aspirational" beach photoshoots to today's more educational experiences. They share stories from their own trips to South Korea with TIRTIR, reveal the difference between genuine partnerships and outdated influencer pandering, and spill some tea on entitled creators who couldn't be bothered to experience once-in-a-lifetime opportunities… James & Robert aren’t holding back: Names are named, brands are shamed and nothing is off-limits! Don't forget to subscribe and catch new episodes of The Double Cleanse every Monday! *Product Recommendations* TIRTIR Mask Fit Red Cushion TAMBURINS Perfume Balm Follow The Double Cleanse Instagram: ⁠@thedoublecleansepodcast⁠ TikTok: ⁠@thedoublecleanse⁠ YouTube: ⁠@thedoublecleanse Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’re back with a brand new season for The Double Cleanse! After a nearly 3 year hiatus, James and Robert are here with your weekly window into everything beauty and social media. On our first episode back, we’re asking the question that comes across our minds whenever somebody launches a new podcast… why does everyone have a podcast nowadays?! We’re diving into the wild world of influencer culture, the explosion of fake podcasts and how “experts” in lab coats are selling supplements through viral TikTok clips. James and Robert are not here to make friends – they’re serving up brutal honesty and reminding us all to do more than surface-level research before believing that viral skincare claim! Don't forget to subscribe and catch new episodes of The Double Cleanse every Monday! *Product Recommendations* fwee Spa Glowing Tone Up Prep Cream Moussse Hydration Dream Peptide Serum Follow The Double Cleanse Instagram: @thedoublecleansepodcast TikTok: @thedoublecleanse YouTube: @thedoublecleanse Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are talking about our hopes and dreams for the beauty world in 2025 and aliens... again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices