@@sonjawilliams989 I don't know or understand how so many young people have access to really expensive products, in the realm of social media 乁( •_• )ㄏ
A tiny tip: art supply stores have these little metal racks for pretty cheap, for hanging paint brushes upside down to dry. They work just as well on makeup brushes 🖌
I learned how to properly clean paint brushes when I was in art school, and I translated it into how I treat my makeup tools. It has really increased the longevity of my brushes. I have some that are 20 year's old and look brand new. It's a pain to clean but worth it in the long run ❤
Why have I never connected this? My kids all enjoy painting, so I’m always washing paint brushes. I take better care of their paint brushes, than my makeup brushes 😳
Secret, I probably shouldn't admit, but a few of my brushes migrated from my art to makeup collection. A few were super tiny, bent or angled and were perfect for eye work.
@@Ryanneey About 10 years ago, I used art store coupons and got so many amazing brushes. Basically, the only difference is the handle length (and they go from super cheap to higher end). Spectra used to have a chart or something back in the day explaining which art brushes worked for each makeup brush. It's so much cheaper, too. I actually prefer art brushes.
Have you ever tried the little bowl that spins the brush clean then spins it dry? I just bought one but have yet to use it. It probably wouldn't work for someone who has a lot brushes an doesn't clean them consistently because it would take a lot longer. But I don't have a ton of brushes an clean them pretty regularly.
@@lorimoore5589 I have the one you are talking about, and the good thing is that the brushes dry pretty fast because you spin all the excess water out at the end. Other than that, I see absolutely no difference from swirling my dirty brushes on a rubber mat or on the palm of my hand. The spinner will not clean cream products off brushes well, like foundation brushes. I had to wash my foundation brush 3 times to get it clean. But it is pretty fun to use though
@@makeupkoala Yes I can see it having a tough time with foundation because there isn't any friction or elbow grease involved. Maybe I will use it for eye shadow brushes an use it to dry the ones I hand wash.
I tried using one but I realized that the soapy water gets dirty quickly and just contaminates other brushes. They just don't "feel" clean enough, if that makes sense. So, I bought a mat thingy and it works very well! I also have a standing rack thing (Sigma) for drying.
@@icymads7940 where her under-eye “dent”, crease or hollow whatever started at its deepest is where she should’ve applied the dot (which, as you said, should’ve been a larger amount than what she did.)
Right? I thought that too, I mean if you are going to cover the 'dark circle' then put the damn product exactly there, let it sit a bit (so it warms up and gets thicker in texture & activates colour so you won't even need more product!) and then blend, like she even got surprised why it didn't do much - well cos you mindlessly just put dots on random spots and not on the actual area you "wanted" to cover!🤦🏻♀️I believe you still can cover it up without loads of concealer and cake there with just 2 strategically placed dots....🤦🏻♀️
I've always been so confused about why people hate pores so much in the beauty community, I grew up learning about how we should clean our skin to keep our pores clean (at least not clogged) and no one has an issue with it, so its very intriguing to see how people hate such a natural thing so much
People don't hate pores, they hate visible (open) ones. Pores can become visible for a variety of things, but usually it's either because they're clogged, or because aging has made the skin less elastic and led the pores to hang open. Either way, it doesn't look good at all
Its like the goal is to look like a plastic barbie or an airbrushed photo. No body hair, no freckles, no expression lines, no pores, no scars. It's literally trying to be a human while not looking like one!
Watching that person fully SUBMERGE their brushes then stand them upright while still wet sent my OCD into overdrive, I almost had to take an extra pill 💀😭
I plan on going back to college next year to do a beauty course and I'd like to say thank you Robert, you've been a large part in boosting my confidence to go and finally do it 🥰🥰🥰
Wow, I usually don't understand people who think you and James are totally identical, as I've always seen a pretty big difference in your faces, but when you did the segment with no makeup and normal lighting I can really see the similarity come out. Just goes to show what makeup can do to change the structure of the face.
Yes! When he came up at the end on TikTok I was super confused because I was like why is he having James demonstrate the powder thing but then I saw the scar so I was like no that's definitely Robert >_> most of the time I can tell them apart but every once in a while I will see a picture from a certain angle or like when Robert isn't wearing makeup where I second guess myself because their twin-ness really comes through.
That reminds me of a brush review where someone complained that on first wash the varnish came off and how they were shocked to find out they weren't made of plastic, but wood... I am almost sure she soaked them, which is not good for brushes. You don't really want to soak the whole thing... Also pretty sure brushes made from wood are higher quality than plastic.
I got a fenty concealer in one of my beauty boxes and the undertone is a tad too dark red/orange for me, so. I use it as a "corrector" the way your concealer technique works. I saw Jackie Aina do it and ever since, my concealer always looks flawless even after setting with translucent powder and setting spray 💫
as a watercolor artist, seeing that person completely submerge their makeup brushes made me 🥴🥴 getting the ferrule (metal bit) get really wet and letting it stay wet, can cause the wood underneath to get nasty and can destroy the adhesive keeping it all together. I just wished that part and omfg he explained it and oh that makes me happy.
The way I wash my brushes (mostly Aliexpress sets so nothing with a certain pedigree) is that I wet the hairs, swirl them around on a bar of handsoap, then swirl them around in my cupped, wet hand, rinse. It's fast and efficient and I've yet to have a casualty.
Don't know y it is considered to be so boring. I do the same and I have maybe 12 brushes, so not many as a pro but seems to me the more you get the more you're gonna mishandle them (not cleaning them often or in a not useful way).
@@claro_ve6760 I don't find it boring either, I just need to be in the right mood to do it. I have a lot because I'm a brush hoarder lol, and even then it doesn't take me more than 20 minutes for my entire collection of brushes
@@claro_ve6760 It's rather tedious work. Some people find that kind of task with repetitive, easy motions to be relaxing, but plenty find it boring - myself included. Tip for those like me: try putting on some music, or a movie/show that you've already seen. Should be stuff that you won't need to pay much attention to, but that can serve as a distraction. It'll make it much easier
When I cleaned my brushes by swirling them on a soap bar, I would use a box cutter or scissors and cut a pattern on the bar (diamond pattern or just straight across lines) that way as I swirled it would get clean on the grooves.
Instead of scraping off the hardened areas on powder, you can press scotch tape on top of the powder. The tape will gently lift off the ruined hard areas. It works on eye shadows, too.
I've known about this technique for many years, but have never gotten it to work for me, alas. Tape just doesn't lift off anything from my (luckily few) hard pans.
I ALWAYS wash my brushes with Dawn soap. Nothing breaks down the foundation like Dawn. I’ve been doing it for years and my brushes are still in tip top shape. Everything else about the video was a train wreck. An easy way to dry your brushes is to hang them upside down from a clothes hanger using tiny rubber bands. Mine are always dry by the next morning!
I thought dawn was good until I used a solvent remover. The crud that came out after was incredible. I used to use Cinema Secrets but now I use Parian Spirit bc it's easier to find. Both are great. You don't need a lot either and it dries within minutes
I’m so glad you showed what actually will happen if you get your powders wet!! People are just ruining their products and recommending other people do it too??? 😭
For the foundation pilling video, I learned that it was the foundation not working with my skin. So I've had to learn through trial and error what foundation works and what doesn't. Also, it can happen if your foundation is expired.
What kind of foundation did you find works best for you? Ive tried liquid, cream, powder. is it a brand thing? My face always ends up looking like that and I have tried so many things to fix it, I'm out of ideas.
@@heathermartini1373 I've started using the flower beauty foundation that works best or the purlisse cc skin tint works best for my skin and I use a small beauty blender when I put foundation or skin tint on. I also use an Elf hydrating primer because I have dry skin and that also seems to help with the pilling as well. I hope one of these help!
Happens to me with a lot of concealers.... Some of them very highly rated ones that simply don't work for me. I have very dry skin and do use a very intensive moisturiser before makeup and usually used tinted moisturiser rather than foundation as very few foundations don't dry out on me.
@@deesnoek1011 I've started using the trestique concealer on my dry skin that I also have to moisturize heavily. And it hasn't creased on me or anything yet.
I do have really dark circles. But I also have dry skin and I'm not 12. That much concealer on me would turn my undereyes into a desert. For me a dot in the corners of the eye and a dot in the middle a bit lower (kinda where my dark circle ends) is more than enough
Yes! I have pretty dark genetic circles, and I find that two small dots on the inner half and one miniscule dot on the outer corner is usually enough. I may add a tiny fourth dot in the middle if I'm having a rough day, but I always try to avoid bringing it up to the lash line. I used to, but found that the added dimension/shadow really helps make me look less made up, which is exactly what I want.
I wash my brushes with Dawn in the sink as well. But I don’t dry them standing up or in the dryer. I just let them air dry on a towel after I rinse them. I’m no makeup guru by any means, but it seems logical to not place them in a clothing dryer 😬
Jeniffer, I ruined a few brushes by sinking them completely under the water. The glue wears out quickly if you do that and also they need to be dried horizontally not vertically so the water would not touch the glue that holds the bristles and the handle :)
@@Verbsdescribeus Exactly. Best method is to use bar soap. Wet your brush, swipe them a few times on bar soap, then scrub on those textured cleaning pads (actually, even just the back of your hands works, though it'll take longer), then rinse under running water while still scrubbing. Repeat if necessary. Could use liquid soap as well, but bar soap is cheaper while being just as effective. And I also air dry on a towel, but I stand them up instead of letting them lay flat. Above all, don't let any liquid go into the barrel, and your brushes will last so much longer
Yes please Robert. Sometimes my foundation goes on perfect, the other times is like it is in the video and I have to start over. Thank You In Advance Robert
My eyeshadows used to get that smooth layer after a while of using them, and then l tried this hack where you take a piece of scotch tape and put it on the shadow and it lifts the layer up and your product is as good as new.
I dermaplan regularly. It doesn't grow back thicker or darker and makes it heavenly to apply & let the skin absorb spf. And even make up, it goes on differently. Really recommend!
@@yvettebasson1243 you could also just try it once and never do it again if you don't like it because, again, it won't change the way your hair grows so you definitely have room for changing your mind
May I ask…I’ve been wanting to try. Even bought a razor. But don’t know where to start? Do you just start with a clean damp face? Or dry face? Put an oil on or moisturizer first? Or nothing?
I follow someone on Instagram who crushed up a bronzer and mixed it with her setting spray to make a fake freckle spray that looked more random and pretty natural. I don't know which setting spray though, it was one wih a very fine mister
Robert! I am a total beginner at makeup. Yesterday, I went to Sephora and not one, but TWO of the employees complimented my makeup. They especially loved my eyebrows. It is all thanks to you. You are awesome!!!
For the holidays, we need a marathon of Robert Gets Annoyed with TikTok, and he and James supplementing it with 5 minute craft goodies every few videos.
I've been addicted to makeup since I was five. Started watching James and now I'm addicted to skincare. I'm 42 and I see amazing results. Yes for work makeup but for the most part I don't wear makeup much. So thanks to the twins for James getting my skin on point and Robert has taught me that I was doing my makeup correct. I could never feel comfortable in TH-cam makeup.
We're the same age and I had to figure it out by myself. I couldn't ever figure out the correct shade of foundation so I have so many pics when I was younger with a line or an obvious shade that didn't match. YT would have been so useful back then lol! But now I have learned so much! The best thing that improved my makeup was dermaplaning, skin care, knowing my undertone.
When you switched over to the TikTok camera and without makeup, you really look alot more like James! I think maybe the way you do your makeup makes you look a bit different to him. Both are good, just up close like that it was like looking at James' face 👀 😁
😝 a lot of people say that! Considering James doesn’t wear makeup, and I always do on camera, people are always surprised how similar we look when I don’t wear any!
I am so guilty of continuing to buy duplicates of brushes I like so I don’t have to clean them often, but even I don’t put them in the CLOTHES DRYER! 😱😱😱
I swear in your normal videos I don't think you look that much like James, but in that little clip you did with the phone for the tiktok powder thing I did a little double take thinking it might be him 😂 I feel like your studio setup is pure wizardry now
Amazing as always man! I’ve been binge watching your videos for the past 4 days straight. I am an triplet and my brother Darren passed away but he and I loved makeup. He was a big fan of yours as well. Just wanted to let you know your videos are incredible and relaxing ❤️🌈💜
If you haven’t seen their channel you need to watch The Welsh Twins. They have a new one going up in less than an hr. You will legit laugh soooo hard. And it’s a 5 min crafts one so it’s gonna be hilarious!
Robert I love this shirt on you!!! Thank you for making my day. You are a true joy!!! I can’t wait to see each video you put out. Thank you for sharing all of your knowledge with us. Have a good day…. Big Hugs from Texas!
Hi Robert, I have struggled to find a foundation routine for my mature skin. These are the changes that finally worked.... use a hydrating primer, then a pore filling one (Elf Poreless Putty), I then used a small amount of concealer to correct under the eyes and cover spots. I then mix a bit of a more dewy foundation into a matte one, and apply a very small amount- I use a brush to "pat" it into the skin, then go over it lightly with a sponge. I only use the tiniest amount of powder just under the eyes (I like the Hourglass Translucent Veil powder.) Just thought I would share this for any people with mature skin, just in case something in this routine might help someone!🖤🖤🖤
May I ask why you mix matte and dewy foundations? Wouldn't just a dewy one be enough, with powder on top to dull the shine? Or a satin finish one if you're looking for an in-between finish?
I haven’t worn make up in over 10 yrs. But, I’m still obsessed with it. And by watching Roberts videos. I’ve learned that I had been putting makeup on the wrong way for years.
I clean my brushes about once a month(I wear foundation maybe twice a month, so its usually a few face brushes and lots of eye brushes) and im so meticulous about them. Watching that TikTok literally hurt🤣🤣 I can't imagine treating my brushes so rough
When you went over the foundation video and the possible texture issues, omg. I get that constantly and now I have a list of things to pursue! 2 stood out as HIGHLY possible issues, but it was amazing of how you broke it down and explained each possibility. Thank you, you lovely being ❤️❤️❤️
I have been away from social media and TH-cam for a while (confession time BUT that absolutely does NOT mean that I'd ever lose interest in my dear Welsh brothers. I have just needed some social media break), so... Today while I was binge-watching Robert, James & Marcus, my hubby commented: "Hmmm, you haven't watched them for a while". My hubby, who absolutely has no idea about anything related to make-up and beauty. Except for the holy trinity of Welsh brothers! This is how much you are loved and appreciated at our house ❤❤❤❤❤!!!
@@bratshats It was really relieving to take some break, but I felt guilty that it also affected my weekly dose of Welsh brothers 🥺 I love their energy so much❤
@@ezgio.6929 Understandable! I gave myself limits, and even with youtube, an hour a day at most. I find it nice to be in control of myself, instead of getting lost in everything but my own life. Better to work on the problems than try to escape. Sorry, rambly today. But it's nice to hear from someoe else who has benefitted from a social media break. Did you accomplish a lot? I ended up getting so much done during the break.
I never knew why my eyeshadows got those hard bits I thought it was just from them getting old! Thank you for always teaching me new things even years into me watching you
I am so happy you talked about the darker concealer before lighter for people with actual dark circles! Lately in the morning I’ve been thinking about this (logically it always made sense to me). I’m definitely confident enough to attempt it now. Thank you!
Yup, ruined one of my favorite eyeshadows by getting it wet. Had no idea it would end up like that. I'd always heard that wetting was just a way to get more pigment, so I dampened my brush before going into the pan. Completely ruined it.
I like to use just a bar of soap for my foundation brushes - it always seems to dry on so grody. Works well for beauty blenders, too. Got a fucked up back so I'm not going to baby my $1 shop miss a brushes tbh XD
That does sound like a good mixture. I’ve been using the Dr. Bonners (for children unscented). Works pretty well and more cost effective than what they sell at Sephora but can still add up. I’m going to try this!
Olive oil? 🤔Actually that is so smart , oil breaks down make up like Robert mentioned,😱I think ypu can also just use olive oil in the beginning and then once may up is broken down just wash it with soap and rinse it, it may work too, I think I'll try that. 😲Thank ypu for tip,💜
@@pamelafreeman2781 Yeah, it is the cheapest I have found as olive oil, dawn are not that expensive and you don't need a whole lot to clean your brushes either. You could easily cut the dish soap to 2 squirts, thus saving more. I also don't use alot of the olive oil either. Just play around with it until you find your right mixture.
Those tips are amazing! I did realize i used a little too much of different primers and didn’t give it time to absorb and my makeup looked more cakier or just like it sat on top
Wow! When you did the tiktok filter and your fave was flipped you looked so much like James! That was crazy! I know you're twins, but you guys definitely have unique features, so that was trippy for a second 😆
James is such a big helper. Totally love these. The really nice woman on tik tok (no corrections) is what this world needs more of and of course you and James.
I came down here to see if anyone else did, too! I think it was the flipped eyebrow scar, and that fresh-face Robert's eyes are a li'l bit rounder, like James', without make-up.
I'm so glad you validated my skin care routine being different according to day, night, temporary sensitivity issues, pre-makeup. If I used the moisturizer and serums and this or that I use at night my makeup would slide off my face. I can't even imagine.
brush cleaners that dissolve makeup without any water are game changing honestly. i use the cinema secrets one and cleaning my brushes takes me like half an hour with it instead of more than an hour of washing, rinsing and hanging them to dry.
I feel like with makeup application hacks like the concealer one, it’s like a game of telephone where the origin of the hack is deeply distorted by the time it’s viral because people aren’t actually listening to the source and they’re hearing how someone wrongly interpreted it on Tik Tok.
Robert you have such a respectful way of commenting on the work of others. You always start with a compliment first. Then when you give your opinion, it is never degrading or mean to the other person. You're always respectful and educational. If only more people could be like this!
When leaving my brushes to dry, I hang them upside down! I use regular rubber elastics and loop them around the handle to hang on a towel hook or the cupboard knob 👌🏼
I love when actual MUAs test this stuff. Especially you Robert! You're so much fun and I love your open and inviting approach for makeup. You're never condescending and always speak kindly and help educate ❤❤❤❤
Robert!! I always get the hard bits off my powder by using tape (Like Scotch tape) it takes a while and you have to use a few pieces so it’s a bit tedious but you lose less product than if you were to scrape it off!
I use the same 8 to 10 brushes on "most" days. Everyday after I do my make up I wash a few brushes, typically 2. I alternate which 2 brushes I wash daily so during the week my daily brushes are always clean. This system takes less than a minute and has worked great!
The "how to make your foundation sit better" part is a LIFE SAVIOR! I always thought that i wouldn't look good in makeup anyway, and my skin had too many imperfections or bad texture which wouldn't allow me to look good... I'll try everything and "learn" about my skin, THANK YOU!!!!
I so SO appreciate these types of videos from Robert!! I have a teenage daughter....who tries to keep up with all these "trending " videos on tik tok...I gotta keep myself educated on these things... Thank you Robert 💜
I've found that I can restore products with hardpan by applying ordinary Scotch tape to the surface, pressing it flush, and peeling it off. I'm losing the top layer of product, but I'm not getting product compression like I would by scuffing it with a spoolie or palette knife
Omg I lost my shit when she threw those brushes in the sink! The whole brush under water! Then soaking them straight up and the FREAKING DRYER?! Omg sweet baby Jesus!
@@RobertWelsh u GOTTA think.. this is fuckin Robert perfection!! From the skin out! Babyyy you're radiant, fresh af, simple, classy n sassy! It's stunning. I love u!
Hey everyone. Unfortunately my bronzers are beyond saving (even with tape or scrapping it off) they are completely soaked 👍🏼👍🏼
Nooo that's so sad!
Umm... thank you for trying it for us though. It was at least all for a good cause.(?).
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NOOOO! Like you said Robert 'Completely ruining your Make-Up and That can be Expensive'. Yes!. Especially when you can't afford it.
@@sonjawilliams989 I don't know or understand how so many young people have access to really expensive products, in the realm of social media 乁( •_• )ㄏ
When Robert begins his critique with ‘now, listen’ you best believe we are listening 💜💜💜
especially accompanied by the ring clacks
I find there is going to be something when the ‘now listen’ is accompanied by the ring clacks, hmmm, a giggle and here’s the thing 😂
@@lrizzard to
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Or he hits you with “where do I begin?” Lol!
A tiny tip: art supply stores have these little metal racks for pretty cheap, for hanging paint brushes upside down to dry. They work just as well on makeup brushes 🖌
ty for this tip!!
Thank you for this information!
Awesome thanks!!
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HECK YEAH COME THROUGH FOR US!!!
The HUGE sigh 😌 Robert takes before saying “Let me begin” 😂
i posted my comment before he said saying the same thing about the glue and the brushes :D
Robert's facial expressions during the brush cleaning 💀
priceless ahhaha
The way he literally collapsed 😆
I don't blame him, she was awfu
@@c.j.4180 nz
Yes he looked totally DISGUSTED😁!!
I learned how to properly clean paint brushes when I was in art school, and I translated it into how I treat my makeup tools. It has really increased the longevity of my brushes. I have some that are 20 year's old and look brand new. It's a pain to clean but worth it in the long run ❤
Why have I never connected this? My kids all enjoy painting, so I’m always washing paint brushes. I take better care of their paint brushes, than my makeup brushes 😳
Secret, I probably shouldn't admit, but a few of my brushes migrated from my art to makeup collection. A few were super tiny, bent or angled and were perfect for eye work.
Same, I have the very first MAC brushes I ever bought 18 years ago.
May I just ask how you do it? I paint sometimes AND use makeup so it would be much appreciated 😂
@@Ryanneey About 10 years ago, I used art store coupons and got so many amazing brushes. Basically, the only difference is the handle length (and they go from super cheap to higher end). Spectra used to have a chart or something back in the day explaining which art brushes worked for each makeup brush. It's so much cheaper, too. I actually prefer art brushes.
I love 💕 to watch Robert try soooo hard to find a Constructive way to explain why the hack is S**T 😂
😂😂😂
When that girl dumped those brushes in hot water, I almost screamed! Then into a bag, into a tumble dryer?! My soul nearly left my body. 😳💀
Have you ever tried the little bowl that spins the brush clean then spins it dry? I just bought one but have yet to use it. It probably wouldn't work for someone who has a lot brushes an doesn't clean them consistently because it would take a lot longer. But I don't have a ton of brushes an clean them pretty regularly.
@@lorimoore5589 I have the one you are talking about, and the good thing is that the brushes dry pretty fast because you spin all the excess water out at the end. Other than that, I see absolutely no difference from swirling my dirty brushes on a rubber mat or on the palm of my hand. The spinner will not clean cream products off brushes well, like foundation brushes. I had to wash my foundation brush 3 times to get it clean. But it is pretty fun to use though
@@makeupkoala Yes I can see it having a tough time with foundation because there isn't any friction or elbow grease involved. Maybe I will use it for eye shadow brushes an use it to dry the ones I hand wash.
I tried using one but I realized that the soapy water gets dirty quickly and just contaminates other brushes. They just don't "feel" clean enough, if that makes sense. So, I bought a mat thingy and it works very well! I also have a standing rack thing (Sigma) for drying.
Watching that gave me more stress than I’ve had in weeks
The second video:
She did the dot on her literal nose, not below the corner where the most concentrated part of the dark under eye circles was.
Literallyyyy, such stupid placement and she didn’t apply enough product either so obviously the “Instagram” side will cover her dark circles better
@@icymads7940 where her under-eye “dent”, crease or hollow whatever started at its deepest is where she should’ve applied the dot (which, as you said, should’ve been a larger amount than what she did.)
Right? I thought that too, I mean if you are going to cover the 'dark circle' then put the damn product exactly there, let it sit a bit (so it warms up and gets thicker in texture & activates colour so you won't even need more product!) and then blend, like she even got surprised why it didn't do much - well cos you mindlessly just put dots on random spots and not on the actual area you "wanted" to cover!🤦🏻♀️I believe you still can cover it up without loads of concealer and cake there with just 2 strategically placed dots....🤦🏻♀️
Thank youuu! I feel like she intentionally sabotaged this technique
Eh, it’s still trash on me in the “right” place and my dark circles are like hers. I’m just closer on the purple side than her dark circles are.
I've always been so confused about why people hate pores so much in the beauty community, I grew up learning about how we should clean our skin to keep our pores clean (at least not clogged) and no one has an issue with it, so its very intriguing to see how people hate such a natural thing so much
I know, aye. Like, I don't get the obsession with pores
People don't hate pores, they hate visible (open) ones. Pores can become visible for a variety of things, but usually it's either because they're clogged, or because aging has made the skin less elastic and led the pores to hang open. Either way, it doesn't look good at all
It’s the same as “ugh I hate the creased skin over the knuckles of my hands omg it’s sooo ugly… it’s so you can bend your fingers…
Its like the goal is to look like a plastic barbie or an airbrushed photo. No body hair, no freckles, no expression lines, no pores, no scars. It's literally trying to be a human while not looking like one!
@@sharroon7574 exactly
Watching that person fully SUBMERGE their brushes then stand them upright while still wet sent my OCD into overdrive, I almost had to take an extra pill 💀😭
Same! I'm so upset for those brushes. 😭
I can't handle it! Oh throwing them in the washer makes me die a little inside!
@@lissaMJH "in the washer"? Please tell me you are not saying what I think you are saying... 🤢
I dont have ocd and I gasped
Omg grabs a pill before Robert starts talking…. Oh lawd… the tingles are beginning…☹️
I plan on going back to college next year to do a beauty course and I'd like to say thank you Robert, you've been a large part in boosting my confidence to go and finally do it 🥰🥰🥰
I hope you have a great time! 🤗
@@filippak502 thank you so much lovely 🥰
Good luck!!!
That’s amazing!!! I hope you love it!! 🖤🖤🖤
Good luck! Have fun!
Wow, I usually don't understand people who think you and James are totally identical, as I've always seen a pretty big difference in your faces, but when you did the segment with no makeup and normal lighting I can really see the similarity come out. Just goes to show what makeup can do to change the structure of the face.
Yes! I thought James had hijacked the video for a minute
Yes! When he came up at the end on TikTok I was super confused because I was like why is he having James demonstrate the powder thing but then I saw the scar so I was like no that's definitely Robert >_> most of the time I can tell them apart but every once in a while I will see a picture from a certain angle or like when Robert isn't wearing makeup where I second guess myself because their twin-ness really comes through.
Of course their identical…that doesn’t mean cloned 😂
@@vmmurphy3918 There's a difference between being an 'identical twin' and being literally identical. One is nomenclature, one is reality.
@@kvarner6886 agree . I am an identical twin
You looked like you were in physical pain with that brush cleaning “technique” Robert 😂
That reminds me of a brush review where someone complained that on first wash the varnish came off and how they were shocked to find out they weren't made of plastic, but wood... I am almost sure she soaked them, which is not good for brushes. You don't really want to soak the whole thing... Also pretty sure brushes made from wood are higher quality than plastic.
Yea you are absolutely right! 🖤🖤
I got a fenty concealer in one of my beauty boxes and the undertone is a tad too dark red/orange for me, so. I use it as a "corrector" the way your concealer technique works. I saw Jackie Aina do it and ever since, my concealer always looks flawless even after setting with translucent powder and setting spray 💫
It works so amazingly well! Jackie is such an incredible artist! 🖤
I do this too and my base looks so much better than using those colour correctors
I do this .. I’m 45 😅
as a watercolor artist, seeing that person completely submerge their makeup brushes made me 🥴🥴 getting the ferrule (metal bit) get really wet and letting it stay wet, can cause the wood underneath to get nasty and can destroy the adhesive keeping it all together.
I just wished that part and omfg he explained it and oh that makes me happy.
The way I wash my brushes (mostly Aliexpress sets so nothing with a certain pedigree) is that I wet the hairs, swirl them around on a bar of handsoap, then swirl them around in my cupped, wet hand, rinse. It's fast and efficient and I've yet to have a casualty.
Don't know y it is considered to be so boring. I do the same and I have maybe 12 brushes, so not many as a pro but seems to me the more you get the more you're gonna mishandle them (not cleaning them often or in a not useful way).
@@claro_ve6760 I don't find it boring either, I just need to be in the right mood to do it. I have a lot because I'm a brush hoarder lol, and even then it doesn't take me more than 20 minutes for my entire collection of brushes
@@claro_ve6760 It's rather tedious work. Some people find that kind of task with repetitive, easy motions to be relaxing, but plenty find it boring - myself included. Tip for those like me: try putting on some music, or a movie/show that you've already seen. Should be stuff that you won't need to pay much attention to, but that can serve as a distraction. It'll make it much easier
@@raerohan4241 yeah I see your point. It's a nice tip to put on some music or watching a video.
When I cleaned my brushes by swirling them on a soap bar, I would use a box cutter or scissors and cut a pattern on the bar (diamond pattern or just straight across lines) that way as I swirled it would get clean on the grooves.
Instead of scraping off the hardened areas on powder, you can press scotch tape on top of the powder. The tape will gently lift off the ruined hard areas. It works on eye shadows, too.
I was coming to say this!
I've known about this technique for many years, but have never gotten it to work for me, alas. Tape just doesn't lift off anything from my (luckily few) hard pans.
I ALWAYS wash my brushes with Dawn soap. Nothing breaks down the foundation like Dawn. I’ve been doing it for years and my brushes are still in tip top shape. Everything else about the video was a train wreck. An easy way to dry your brushes is to hang them upside down from a clothes hanger using tiny rubber bands. Mine are always dry by the next morning!
I do the same. I find it takes of foundation way better than anything else.
I thought dawn was good until I used a solvent remover. The crud that came out after was incredible. I used to use Cinema Secrets but now I use Parian Spirit bc it's easier to find. Both are great. You don't need a lot either and it dries within minutes
I was dying inside when she was “washing” the brushes…. 😱
Same
Big same. My mind went racing!! Ughhhhhh.
I’m so glad you showed what actually will happen if you get your powders wet!! People are just ruining their products and recommending other people do it too??? 😭
For the foundation pilling video, I learned that it was the foundation not working with my skin. So I've had to learn through trial and error what foundation works and what doesn't. Also, it can happen if your foundation is expired.
What kind of foundation did you find works best for you? Ive tried liquid, cream, powder. is it a brand thing? My face always ends up looking like that and I have tried so many things to fix it, I'm out of ideas.
@@heathermartini1373 I've started using the flower beauty foundation that works best or the purlisse cc skin tint works best for my skin and I use a small beauty blender when I put foundation or skin tint on. I also use an Elf hydrating primer because I have dry skin and that also seems to help with the pilling as well. I hope one of these help!
@@iamawesomehearmeroar Thank you!
Happens to me with a lot of concealers.... Some of them very highly rated ones that simply don't work for me.
I have very dry skin and do use a very intensive moisturiser before makeup and usually used tinted moisturiser rather than foundation as very few foundations don't dry out on me.
@@deesnoek1011 I've started using the trestique concealer on my dry skin that I also have to moisturize heavily. And it hasn't creased on me or anything yet.
I do have really dark circles. But I also have dry skin and I'm not 12. That much concealer on me would turn my undereyes into a desert. For me a dot in the corners of the eye and a dot in the middle a bit lower (kinda where my dark circle ends) is more than enough
I also read that it’s good not to bring it up to the lash line or something. I keep wanting to try that but I forget.
@@stardroplet9499 yes, that does help too. Although I don't always remember to do that 😅
Yes! I have pretty dark genetic circles, and I find that two small dots on the inner half and one miniscule dot on the outer corner is usually enough. I may add a tiny fourth dot in the middle if I'm having a rough day, but I always try to avoid bringing it up to the lash line. I used to, but found that the added dimension/shadow really helps make me look less made up, which is exactly what I want.
I've never understood how people can get flawless undereye with such amount of product! Never worked for me even in my twenties
@@claro_ve6760 I'm only 26, but I have lines since I was like 17. I don't understand how people put that much product on their skin
I wash my brushes with Dawn in the sink as well. But I don’t dry them standing up or in the dryer. I just let them air dry on a towel after I rinse them. I’m no makeup guru by any means, but it seems logical to not place them in a clothing dryer 😬
Jeniffer, I ruined a few brushes by sinking them completely under the water. The glue wears out quickly if you do that and also they need to be dried horizontally not vertically so the water would not touch the glue that holds the bristles and the handle :)
@@Verbsdescribeus Exactly. Best method is to use bar soap. Wet your brush, swipe them a few times on bar soap, then scrub on those textured cleaning pads (actually, even just the back of your hands works, though it'll take longer), then rinse under running water while still scrubbing. Repeat if necessary. Could use liquid soap as well, but bar soap is cheaper while being just as effective. And I also air dry on a towel, but I stand them up instead of letting them lay flat. Above all, don't let any liquid go into the barrel, and your brushes will last so much longer
Hi Robert, would you consider making a whole video explaining reasons why foundation may sit like that on the skin?
Yes yes yes!!!!!!!
Would definitely enjoy something like that.
Yes!!! I came here to say this!!!
Yes please Robert. Sometimes my foundation goes on perfect, the other times is like it is in the video and I have to start over. Thank You In Advance Robert
Yes! Especially on the nose
My eyeshadows used to get that smooth layer after a while of using them, and then l tried this hack where you take a piece of scotch tape and put it on the shadow and it lifts the layer up and your product is as good as new.
I dermaplan regularly. It doesn't grow back thicker or darker and makes it heavenly to apply & let the skin absorb spf. And even make up, it goes on differently. Really recommend!
I have been toying with dermaplaning for a while now! Still undecided but it sounds like such a great thing.
@@yvettebasson1243 you could also just try it once and never do it again if you don't like it because, again, it won't change the way your hair grows so you definitely have room for changing your mind
@@lilithqualcosa5783 thank you so much, I am going to give it a go!
Absolutely!!! It’s such a nice thing to do to your skin!
May I ask…I’ve been wanting to try. Even bought a razor. But don’t know where to start? Do you just start with a clean damp face? Or dry face? Put an oil on or moisturizer first? Or nothing?
I follow someone on Instagram who crushed up a bronzer and mixed it with her setting spray to make a fake freckle spray that looked more random and pretty natural. I don't know which setting spray though, it was one wih a very fine mister
Robert! You look positively glowing! Has James finally got to you with a skincare routine? 😮💕
Thank you! No absolutely not! 😂😂😂 I’m still really bad with my skincare routine!!
Robert! I am a total beginner at makeup. Yesterday, I went to Sephora and not one, but TWO of the employees complimented my makeup. They especially loved my eyebrows. It is all thanks to you. You are awesome!!!
In today's episode of watching Robert get annoyed with TikTok... 😂
For the holidays, we need a marathon of Robert Gets Annoyed with TikTok, and he and James supplementing it with 5 minute craft goodies every few videos.
@@bratshats OMG YES!
I need to master Robert's "laugh" of disgust 😂 so perfect
he sounds like Dracula hahaha
I've been addicted to makeup since I was five. Started watching James and now I'm addicted to skincare. I'm 42 and I see amazing results. Yes for work makeup but for the most part I don't wear makeup much. So thanks to the twins for James getting my skin on point and Robert has taught me that I was doing my makeup correct. I could never feel comfortable in TH-cam makeup.
We're the same age and I had to figure it out by myself. I couldn't ever figure out the correct shade of foundation so I have so many pics when I was younger with a line or an obvious shade that didn't match.
YT would have been so useful back then lol!
But now I have learned so much! The best thing that improved my makeup was dermaplaning, skin care, knowing my undertone.
When you switched over to the TikTok camera and without makeup, you really look alot more like James! I think maybe the way you do your makeup makes you look a bit different to him. Both are good, just up close like that it was like looking at James' face 👀 😁
😝 a lot of people say that! Considering James doesn’t wear makeup, and I always do on camera, people are always surprised how similar we look when I don’t wear any!
Love the way you share all your knowledge...you are so thorough and such a good teacher! 🖤
Thank you so much!! I really appreciate it!!
I am so guilty of continuing to buy duplicates of brushes I like so I don’t have to clean them often, but even I don’t put them in the CLOTHES DRYER! 😱😱😱
Omg I would love a compilation of Robert saying “powda” it’s so satisfying for some reason.
I swear in your normal videos I don't think you look that much like James, but in that little clip you did with the phone for the tiktok powder thing I did a little double take thinking it might be him 😂 I feel like your studio setup is pure wizardry now
Same. I would have sworn it was James 🙃
Amazing as always man! I’ve been binge watching your videos for the past 4 days straight. I am an triplet and my brother Darren passed away but he and I loved makeup. He was a big fan of yours as well. Just wanted to let you know your videos are incredible and relaxing ❤️🌈💜
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I’m way too emotional to be reading this today 😭 this was so sweet 💓
@@erinwarner3376 thank you! I miss him so much ❤️
If you haven’t seen their channel you need to watch The Welsh Twins. They have a new one going up in less than an hr. You will legit laugh soooo hard. And it’s a 5 min crafts one so it’s gonna be hilarious!
@david Hendrickson I can’t imagine. I’m a twin and idk how I would survive losing my brother. Peace and love to you 💞
I just can’t get over how good Robert looks today.
That brush cleaning one had me just cringing the whole clip! 😂
Robert I love this shirt on you!!! Thank you for making my day. You are a true joy!!! I can’t wait to see each video you put out. Thank you for sharing all of your knowledge with us. Have a good day…. Big Hugs from Texas!
Thank you so so much Kim!! 🖤🖤🖤
I thought Robert was going to have a stroke once those brushes hit the dryer 🤣
Hi Robert, I have struggled to find a foundation routine for my mature skin. These are the changes that finally worked.... use a hydrating primer, then a pore filling one (Elf Poreless Putty), I then used a small amount of concealer to correct under the eyes and cover spots. I then mix a bit of a more dewy foundation into a matte one, and apply a very small amount- I use a brush to "pat" it into the skin, then go over it lightly with a sponge. I only use the tiniest amount of powder just under the eyes (I like the Hourglass Translucent Veil powder.) Just thought I would share this for any people with mature skin, just in case something in this routine might help someone!🖤🖤🖤
May I ask why you mix matte and dewy foundations? Wouldn't just a dewy one be enough, with powder on top to dull the shine? Or a satin finish one if you're looking for an in-between finish?
I haven’t worn make up in over 10 yrs. But, I’m still obsessed with it. And by watching Roberts videos. I’ve learned that I had been putting makeup on the wrong way for years.
Thank you Kim!!! 🖤🖤
I clean my brushes about once a month(I wear foundation maybe twice a month, so its usually a few face brushes and lots of eye brushes) and im so meticulous about them. Watching that TikTok literally hurt🤣🤣 I can't imagine treating my brushes so rough
When you went over the foundation video and the possible texture issues, omg. I get that constantly and now I have a list of things to pursue! 2 stood out as HIGHLY possible issues, but it was amazing of how you broke it down and explained each possibility. Thank you, you lovely being ❤️❤️❤️
Thank you! It’s my pleasure! I hope one of them is the fix!!! 🖤🖤🖤🖤
@@RobertWelsh I'm determined to master this oily skin! 😅
I have been away from social media and TH-cam for a while (confession time BUT that absolutely does NOT mean that I'd ever lose interest in my dear Welsh brothers. I have just needed some social media break), so... Today while I was binge-watching Robert, James & Marcus, my hubby commented: "Hmmm, you haven't watched them for a while". My hubby, who absolutely has no idea about anything related to make-up and beauty. Except for the holy trinity of Welsh brothers! This is how much you are loved and appreciated at our house ❤❤❤❤❤!!!
Nothing wrong with a social media break! I only do TH-cam anymore. Glad you're getting your Welsh fix still!
@@bratshats It was really relieving to take some break, but I felt guilty that it also affected my weekly dose of Welsh brothers 🥺 I love their energy so much❤
@@ezgio.6929 Understandable! I gave myself limits, and even with youtube, an hour a day at most. I find it nice to be in control of myself, instead of getting lost in everything but my own life. Better to work on the problems than try to escape. Sorry, rambly today.
But it's nice to hear from someoe else who has benefitted from a social media break. Did you accomplish a lot? I ended up getting so much done during the break.
social media detox is highly recommended these days :D
I never knew why my eyeshadows got those hard bits I thought it was just from them getting old! Thank you for always teaching me new things even years into me watching you
I am so happy you talked about the darker concealer before lighter for people with actual dark circles! Lately in the morning I’ve been thinking about this (logically it always made sense to me). I’m definitely confident enough to attempt it now. Thank you!
I could never dump all my brushes into a sink. Gag. That's not touching my face
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I don't have the patience or know how to do make up but watching you really makes me wish I did. You're awesome Robert
😝 thank you so much!! 🖤
My drying method is to rub clean brushes on a dry towel to get out the excess water, then put your brushes in front of a fan to dry. Works super fast.
Yup, ruined one of my favorite eyeshadows by getting it wet. Had no idea it would end up like that. I'd always heard that wetting was just a way to get more pigment, so I dampened my brush before going into the pan. Completely ruined it.
I like to use just a bar of soap for my foundation brushes - it always seems to dry on so grody. Works well for beauty blenders, too. Got a fucked up back so I'm not going to baby my $1 shop miss a brushes tbh XD
When I clean my brushes, I use a mixture of lukewarm water, 4 squirts of dawn dish soap and some olive oil.
That does sound like a good mixture. I’ve been using the Dr. Bonners (for children unscented). Works pretty well and more cost effective than what they sell at Sephora but can still add up. I’m going to try this!
They don’t get rancid from the oil?
Olive oil? 🤔Actually that is so smart , oil breaks down make up like Robert mentioned,😱I think ypu can also just use olive oil in the beginning and then once may up is broken down just wash it with soap and rinse it, it may work too, I think I'll try that. 😲Thank ypu for tip,💜
@@gone.victoria9229 Nope, never! But I also don't use a whole lot, a cap and half full, maybe 2 cap fulls at most. And I use a pretty big bowl too.
@@pamelafreeman2781 Yeah, it is the cheapest I have found as olive oil, dawn are not that expensive and you don't need a whole lot to clean your brushes either. You could easily cut the dish soap to 2 squirts, thus saving more. I also don't use alot of the olive oil either. Just play around with it until you find your right mixture.
I hated cleaning my brushes too but i found a tiny washing machine for them so now I just watch your videos on the couch with my little washer😂
Cute 😆
Those tips are amazing! I did realize i used a little too much of different primers and didn’t give it time to absorb and my makeup looked more cakier or just like it sat on top
Wow! When you did the tiktok filter and your fave was flipped you looked so much like James! That was crazy! I know you're twins, but you guys definitely have unique features, so that was trippy for a second 😆
Unrelated to the video, but I just got my welsh twins T-shirt and I love it!! Fits exactly how I wanted it to!!💜💜💜
Yesssss!!!! Thank you! I’m glad you love it!!!!
The girl in the sculpting video, I LOVE IT. I have never seen a chinstrap contour look so good on someone
THE BRUSH ONE STRESSED ME OUT SO MUCH OMG.
I love how you explain things so in depth and educationally, it makes me feel like I’m in cosmetology school.
It's out of context but your shirt looking stunning ❤️
Thank you! 🖤🖤
Using a makeup brush has changed the game for me with making my makeup stay on my skin!! When I use a sponge, it really lifts on me too!
Oh that brush cleaning did not disappoint. The look on his face when he saw the dryer 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
Also this reminded me that I need to clean my brushes
Props to y’all for putting yourself through all this to look great. I’m a lazy SOB so imma stay a natural troll 👹
James is such a big helper. Totally love these. The really nice woman on tik tok (no corrections) is what this world needs more of and of course you and James.
This is Robert
@@SabrinaHawk ye that was obvious. Which is why I think you should read my comment again.
23:42 Before Robert started talking, this is the first time I honestly thought that Robert was James.🤦♀️😂
I came down here to see if anyone else did, too! I think it was the flipped eyebrow scar, and that fresh-face Robert's eyes are a li'l bit rounder, like James', without make-up.
That round face contour girl is so positive omg. What a queen.
Robert, your skin was gorgeous 😍 in this video! I couldn't tell if it was bare skin or a no makeup makeup look. It was sublime.
I'm so glad you validated my skin care routine being different according to day, night, temporary sensitivity issues, pre-makeup. If I used the moisturizer and serums and this or that I use at night my makeup would slide off my face. I can't even imagine.
This man is brilliant, this is why we love you Robert💜
brush cleaners that dissolve makeup without any water are game changing honestly. i use the cinema secrets one and cleaning my brushes takes me like half an hour with it instead of more than an hour of washing, rinsing and hanging them to dry.
I feel like with makeup application hacks like the concealer one, it’s like a game of telephone where the origin of the hack is deeply distorted by the time it’s viral because people aren’t actually listening to the source and they’re hearing how someone wrongly interpreted it on Tik Tok.
I was scrolling through my youtube feed bored to death so this notification felt like a gift from the universe!
Thank yoooou!! 🙏🏻🖤🖤🖤
When you or James are shown in reverse, you each could easily pass for the other.
Thank you, Robert. You’re beautiful in every way.
Robert you have such a respectful way of commenting on the work of others. You always start with a compliment first. Then when you give your opinion, it is never degrading or mean to the other person.
You're always respectful and educational. If only more people could be like this!
When leaving my brushes to dry, I hang them upside down! I use regular rubber elastics and loop them around the handle to hang on a towel hook or the cupboard knob 👌🏼
Thank you for adding the Tiktok demo at the end. That really helped!
The way you describe the girl as informative but not condescending is exactly how you are! Love this video
I love when actual MUAs test this stuff. Especially you Robert! You're so much fun and I love your open and inviting approach for makeup. You're never condescending and always speak kindly and help educate ❤❤❤❤
Robert!! I always get the hard bits off my powder by using tape (Like Scotch tape) it takes a while and you have to use a few pieces so it’s a bit tedious but you lose less product than if you were to scrape it off!
Good morning Robert 💕
I use the same 8 to 10 brushes on "most" days. Everyday after I do my make up I wash a few brushes, typically 2. I alternate which 2 brushes I wash daily so during the week my daily brushes are always clean. This system takes less than a minute and has worked great!
The "how to make your foundation sit better" part is a LIFE SAVIOR! I always thought that i wouldn't look good in makeup anyway, and my skin had too many imperfections or bad texture which wouldn't allow me to look good... I'll try everything and "learn" about my skin, THANK YOU!!!!
Robert's pained expression while watching the girl washing her brushes hurt me physically 🥲😅
I don't even cover up my dark circles anymore, like yes Jessica I have a business and a household to run, I don't just look tired, I am in fact tired.
I've got a 3yr old that doesn't sleep well and a snoring boyfriend ,my bags exceed Ryanairs limits and I've almost given up too 😂
i actually said WOT out loud when she dipped that brush into the bronzer for the freckles😂
Robert looks so much more like James in the TikTok camera, it's wild. I never thought they looked super identical before
I love these videos robert thanks for keeping so many of us educated and entertained❤️❤️
Thank you so so much! 🖤🖤
Love watching you Robert ❤ You're extremely intelligent when it comes to skincare and makeup! Thank you for always sharing with us 😊
Lol, he would tell you he knows nothing about skincare.😃. But completely agree he is a genius with makeup.
Thank you! I know zero about skincare though😝 that would be james!
@@RobertWelsh your talent in makeup more than makes up for lack of skincare knowledge! 🖤
I so SO appreciate these types of videos from Robert!! I have a teenage daughter....who tries to keep up with all these "trending " videos on tik tok...I gotta keep myself educated on these things...
Thank you Robert 💜
Am I the only one that couldn’t listen anymore because of how nice he moved his hand , explaining how a brushes are design ? 😍🥰
I've found that I can restore products with hardpan by applying ordinary Scotch tape to the surface, pressing it flush, and peeling it off. I'm losing the top layer of product, but I'm not getting product compression like I would by scuffing it with a spoolie or palette knife
Love your channel & I’ve been voting for you everyday for the A.I.A’s!!! 🥇🏆 💜💙💚💛🧡❤️
Thank you so so much Alice!! I really appreciate it!! 🖤🖤
Omg I lost my shit when she threw those brushes in the sink! The whole brush under water! Then soaking them straight up and the FREAKING DRYER?! Omg sweet baby Jesus!
Am I the only one that finds cleaning my brushes soothing? Everytime I use a brush I put it in my "dirty brush" jar and wash them every Saturday.
U look exceptionally fabulous today Robert, whatever products and lewk this isss.... It's the one hunny!! 👌🖤
Thank you so much!! … now I can’t remember what I used !! 😂
@@RobertWelsh u GOTTA think.. this is fuckin Robert perfection!! From the skin out! Babyyy you're radiant, fresh af, simple, classy n sassy! It's stunning. I love u!