The Double Cleanse

Beauty Products We CAN'T LIVE WITHOUT! Jun 8, 2026 2853 James and Robert are back with another episode of The Double Cleanse, and this week they're getting REAL about the products they actually spend their own money on – not PR, not sponsorships, but genuine favourites they can't live without! Robert kicks things off by revealing he's potentially moving and has been sorting through his hoarding habits – specifically his obsession with Olive Young Kore

Do Influencers Owe You ANYTHING?! Jun 1, 2026 2475 James and Robert are back with another episode of The Double Cleanse, and this week they're tackling the MASSIVE question: Do influencers owe their followers anything? After celebrating James's 11-year YouTube anniversary (still can't believe it!), the twins chat about their upcoming live shows in New York (April 28th) and LA (April 25th) – complete with meet and greet tickets and intimate seatin

Skincare Tips That ACTUALLY Make A Difference! May 25, 2026 2622 Looking for skincare tips that are ACTUALLY going to improve your skin... look no further! James & Robert have you sorted on this episode of The Double Cleanse. After opening with Robert's mysterious allergy situation (is it the salad? The lettuce? Who knows?), the twins dive into another wild fact or fiction story about a fashion influencer who allegedly scammed followers out of hundreds of doll

The BEST Beauty Products For Under £10!? May 18, 2026 2812 We're back with another episode of The Double Cleanse... and this time we're proving that great beauty doesn't have to break the bank with James and Robert's favourite budget-friendly products under £10! Opening the show, the twins dive into an important PSA about a disturbing influencer trend: reusing the same fake before-and-after footage for multiple different products. James exposes how some

The MOST ANNOYING Influencer Trends On Social Media May 11, 2026 2308 James and Robert are back with another episode of The Double Cleanse, and this week they're calling out the most annoying influencer trends taking over social media right now! After opening with the twins realizing just how miserable and whiny they've become (choking on their own spit and complaining about aluminum foil – classic signs of getting old), they unleash their frustrations about the in

Sex DOESN'T Sell Anymore In Beauty (And Here's Why) May 4, 2026 2386 We're getting down and dirty in this new episode of The Double Cleanse as James and Robert ask: Does sex still sell in beauty advertising? After opening with James confessing to scaring himself sleepless with alien abduction stories (ghosts and murderers are fine, but aliens? absolutely not), the real conversation kicks off when the twins tackle how beauty advertising has evolved from the sexy, p

Has Beauty Forgotten About Innovation? Apr 27, 2026 2553 We're back with another episode of The Double Cleanse, and this week James and Robert are asking the big question: Do we actually want innovation in beauty, or do we just want fun? After opening with Robert reminiscing about his professional makeup kit days (neon pigments for natural bridal makeup, obviously) and the organizational chaos that came with it, the twins dive into a Fact or Fiction st

The Vanity of Influencer Culture (We're Exposing It All) Apr 20, 2026 2962 James and Robert are back with another episode of The Double Cleanse, and this week they're calling out performative influencer culture! From the fake "minimal beauty routines" to the virtue signalling... it's all getting addressed. We're kicking off the episode by diving into the rise of wellness supplements disguised as skincare. From Medicube's collagen tongue strips to the Korean pick-and-mix

Drugstore Beauty Prices Are OUT OF CONTROL! Apr 13, 2026 2476 James and Robert are back with another episode of The Double Cleanse, and this week they're asking the question on everyone's mind: Is drugstore beauty even "drugstore" anymore? After kicking things off with stories about getting old (good quality basics are now exciting, apparently) and the best Gen Z customer service experience at a coffee shop, the Welsh Twins dive into the disappearing world

Beauty Hacks That Actually Work (And Ones That Don't) Apr 6, 2026 2959 We're talking all about the wild world of beauty hacks and skincare techniques on this episode of The Double Cleanse - what's actually useful and what's just viral clickbait! After opening with nostalgic stories about their school days (including a conspiracy theory about James inventing Cadbury's Dream chocolate bar), the twins dive into the modern beauty hack phenomenon. Are influencers really

Beauty Brands That You Should Give A Chance! Mar 30, 2026 2489 We’re back with a new episode of The Double Cleanse, and on this episode they’re shining a spotlight on the underrated beauty brands that deserve way more attention than they're getting! After opening with an absolutely chaotic conversation about Kewpie mayo factory tours in Japan (yes, really), autocorrect disasters, and why eggs on mayonnaise packaging make James physically ill… the twins dive

Your Controversial Beauty Opinions! Daily SPF, Indie Brands & More Mar 23, 2026 3098 On this episode of The Double Cleanse, James and Robert are handing over to you as they review YOUR most controversial beauty opinions, as submitted via social media. Does SPF need to be worn in all climates… even cold ones? Are ingredient lists pointless (unless you have allergies)? And is skincare being marketed too much like make-up? It’s all being debated in this episode! We’re also getting

Y2K’s Dangerous Comeback! The Beauty Industry Shouldn't Repeat These Mistakes Mar 16, 2026 2819 Is the undeniable return of the Y2K aesthetic dangerous? On this episode of The Double Cleanse, James and Robert are tackling the return of nostalgic beauty trends – the good, the bad and the dangerously problematic. Starting with a discussion about the recent America’s Next Top Model Netflix documentary – and the return of “heroic chic” (we’re NOT here for it) – James and Robert get brutally hon

We HATE To See Beauty Brands Doing These Things! Mar 9, 2026 2614 We're back with another episode of The Double Cleanse, and this week James and Robert are getting petty about the weird, annoying and downright questionable things beauty brands do that make them NOT want to buy their products! After opening with their obsession with limited-edition K-beauty packaging (Pokémon Pikachu Sunscreen, anyone?) - and a particularly conflicting episode of Influencer Fac

Everything K-Beauty Gets Right (And Western Beauty Gets WRONG) Mar 2, 2026 2760 James and Robert are known for their obsession with K-Beauty! On this episode of The Double Cleanse, the twins are diving into everything that K-beauty is getting right – and why they’re worried that Western influence might ruin it. To the expertly crafted brand philosophies, to the product innovations that are genius, James and Robert are highlighting just why K-beauty is so addictive. But, they

Do Better! Our Least Loved Beauty Brands Feb 23, 2026 2506 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 w

Why Are We Obsessed With Going Viral?! Feb 16, 2026 3229 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 questi

Looking For The Most Overhyped Beauty Products? These Are The Worst! Feb 9, 2026 2741 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

Is Skincare Actually Ruining Your Skin? Feb 2, 2026 2644 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

Is The Internet Getting Meaner? And, Does Hate Guarantee You Viral Success? Jan 26, 2026 2593 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 ne

Begging Your Friends For Support? It’s Out! Jan 19, 2026 2365 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

Have Influencers Become Boring? Jan 12, 2026 2539 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 pred

What Actually Happens On Influencer Brand Trips?! Jan 5, 2026 3516 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 t

We’re Back! Why Does Everyone Have A Podcast? Dec 29, 2025 2317 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 cultu

Selling Alien Makeup On TikTok Jan 20, 2025 2486 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

Our Last Episode... EVER!! Oct 22, 2023 2274 Yes, it's true! this is our final episode of the double cleanse podcast. We may be back one day but for now, find us over on YouTube (The Welsh Twins) for more content! Thank you all for listening over the past years! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Q&A Jul 7, 2023 3122 We love answering your beauty questions on our twin channel and we can never get to them all so here are more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pay A Pro Or Do At Home Jun 23, 2023 2228 This week we're wondering what in the world of beauty is best left to the pros and what can be done yourself! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rebranding Boring Brands Jun 9, 2023 1853 This week we are looking at the brands we think need a bit of a makeover and how we would go about it in the boardroom! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We Didn't Write This Episode May 26, 2023 1978 This week we used ChatGPT to write our episode for us based on it's knowledge of our podcast and some extra information Marcus fed in! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sicky Day Essentials May 12, 2023 2209 This week we run (like noses run that's a funny joke) through all the essentials you need on one of those sicky days! What are your sicky day essentials? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Most Popular Brands Picked Apart Apr 28, 2023 2353 This week we are picking apart the most popular beauty brands of 2022! What are your nitpicks? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Questionable Content Creator Quirks Apr 14, 2023 2619 This week we are talking about the little odd things we see influencers & content creators do! What's the funniest content creator quirk you've seen? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oral Hygiene Huns Mar 31, 2023 1903 'Look after your teeths' says James as we explore the world of oral hygiene! How do you keep your teeth clean? Join the convo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Worst Fragrance Review Ever Mar 17, 2023 2483 This week we have decided to talk fragrance and we did it so well we think we will end up being fragrance specialists after this! What's your scent? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Twenty Twenty No Mar 3, 2023 2305 We're back! For the first episode of Season 4 we are saying goodbye to what we are leaving behind in 2022! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

End Of Year Episode! Nov 11, 2022 3958 It's the end of the season so we are saying goodbye (for now) with a Q&A! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Male Manly Male Products For Manly Male Men Oct 14, 2022 2818 Robert's in Disney so Marcus is taking over this week as James goes through some men's 'lifestyle' products from the last century! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Celebrity Skincare 'Grapes' & Gripes Oct 7, 2022 2452 The launch of Brad Pitt's skin care line has raised plenty of questions, we discuss the reaction and ask can others really gatekeep who can and can't enter the beauty industry? What do you think? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Live Luxury For Less Sep 30, 2022 2262 This week we are looking for some luxurious bargains! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brands Biggest Beauty Blunders Sep 23, 2022 2280 This week we look at some ridiculous releases from your favourite (and least favourite) beauty brands. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Extinct Beauty Brands Sep 9, 2022 1699 This week we are talking about brands and products that have been discontinued! What products do you want to see making a return? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Vacation Essentials!! Aug 26, 2022 1747 In this episode, we are talking about our vacation must-haves! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Messy Desk Tour Aug 5, 2022 1874 'What's in front of you on your messy desks' - no one has ever asked. But we're here to let you know anyway! What's on your messy desks? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What We Been Lubbin' Jul 29, 2022 2396 We have an action packed show for you today but first we ask each other what we been lubbin'. What have you been lubbin? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Back To Basics Jul 22, 2022 2520 Sometimes you just need to get back to basics, in this episode we go through the basic essentials you need in your skin care and make up inventory. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The New 90s Jul 8, 2022 2217 The 90s are back! Kind of. We discuss the new trends inspired by the 90s! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Investigating Virtual Influencers Jul 1, 2022 2742 Virtual Influencers! What are they? How are they? Whom aren't they? As we are both science and influencers, we investigate! What do you think of them? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our Problem With PR Jun 17, 2022 2429 This week we talk the good and the bad with PR! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Most Googled Beauty Questions ANSWERED! Jun 10, 2022 2462 This week we are discussing the internets most Googled questions (well a few of them!) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Biggest Beauty Moments - May 2022 Jun 3, 2022 3593 This week is our first of a now monthly look back at the biggest beauty moments of the month just gone! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Growing Old Grey-sfully May 27, 2022 2406 This week we are talking grey hairs! We discuss the perception of grey haired older men vs women within society and read out your thoughts and opinions! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Keeping Up With Gen Z (feat. Laura Lee) May 20, 2022 4905 In today’s episode with special guest Laura Lee us millennials discuss how to keep up with Gen Z! With TikTok slowly (well, quickly) taking over the social media world, we are wondering where millennials belong in that space? Laura Lee's career serves as a blueprint for wannabe influencers of all ages, so we want to know how she is successfully able to pivot and keep up with the ever-changing so

Why We Hate Brand Events May 13, 2022 1674 We're back! This week we are talking about brand and influencer events, what makes and good or bad one and if really we are just too lazy for them! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

End of Season: Best of all the Guests! Mar 4, 2022 3182 It's the end of the season huns! We finish off with some of our favourite clips from the amazing guests we've had this season! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Not Upset, Just Disappointed Feb 18, 2022 2798 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Blue Light BS Feb 14, 2022 2138 This week we are examining the recent trend of 'Blue Light' beauty products. Is there anything to the science or is it all just BS? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eye Browns and High Brows Feb 4, 2022 2252 This week we are talking eyebrows! Give us your 5 minute craft eyebrow hacks over @thedoublecleansepodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Best of K Beauty Jan 29, 2022 2609 This week we are talking about our favourite K Beauty products! what are yours? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Influencer Bucket List Jan 21, 2022 2568 This week we are quizzing ourselves on what should and shouldn't be on our influencer bucket list! Hear our thoughts on going on reality shows, the met gala and QVC! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pop It In Your Purse Jan 15, 2022 2041 This week we are talking about bits. Our favourite good, but small beauty Bits that you can take with you to the office, to school, or wherever! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fragrant Fancies Jan 7, 2022 1934 Did you know we're also 100% really good fragrance experts too? This week we each pick our 3 favourite fragrances and describe them perfectly. What are yours? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Budget Beauty Faves Dec 31, 2021 2889 This week we are talking about our fave beauty products on a budget! Happy New Year everyone thanks for all your support in 2021! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

New Years Resolutionot Dec 17, 2021 2219 This week we are talking about the new years resolutions we are absolutely not going to keep! What are yours? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Seasonal Scams Dec 10, 2021 2443 This week we are talking about those seasonal beauty products that are NOT worth the money (and some that are)! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meaningful But Mundane Beauty Rituals Dec 4, 2021 2116 This week we are talking the beauty rituals that BORE us. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Should've Gone Viral Nov 26, 2021 3275 This week we are looking at products we are surprised didn't go viral and some we are shocked that did! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Expert Excerpts Nov 19, 2021 1785 This week we are bringing some of the best expert advice (so therefore none will be from us!). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Most Googled Beauty Nov 10, 2021 2707 The ONLY way way you should pick your cosmetics is to check the most Googled products of the year so far (not really)! Have you used any of these products this year? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

But What About Hands?! Nov 3, 2021 2338 Our main qualm with winter? Being Dry! Having dry hands! Here's our solutions to looking after your hands this winter! How do you look after dry skin over the winter period? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Containing Your Cosmetics Oct 27, 2021 2392 This week we are talking about storage solutions for your cosmetics! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Multi-Use Makeup (And Skin Care) Oct 15, 2021 2574 This we are talking about multi-use products, and we don't mean those 7 in 1 shampoos! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Too Old To Influence? Oct 1, 2021 3720 This week we speak in more detail about changing your profession, the issues and the success stories! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Answering Awkward Questions Sep 8, 2021 3403 We asked for your awkward questions and we're answering them as honestly as we can! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Publicly Parenting with rawBeautyKristi Aug 25, 2021 4340 Hello everyone! Today we are joined by the amazing rawBeautyKristi! Hear us talk about her experiences balancing both being a mother and an influencera and listen out for Robert asking the worst question ever. Follow @RawBeautyKristi on YouTube, Twitter and Instagram! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Beyond Basic Beauty Aug 11, 2021 3401 This week Robert & definitely James are talking about future technologies in Skin Care & Make Up! What does the future hold for make-up application and skin hydration? Well you won’t find out after listening to this, but we hope you enjoy it anyway What future tech are you excited about? Let us know @thedoublecleansepodcast Sorry about James’ audio this week he was shouting into the mic a lot.

2022, Your Face and You! Jul 28, 2021 2673 This week we are talking about Trend Analytics' 2022 Beauty Forecast! What do you think the main trends will be in 2022? Let us know @thedoublecleansepodcast https://www.trendalytics.co/2021/04/26/2022-beauty-forecast/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

COMPLAINING!! Part 2 Jul 14, 2021 3479 After we complained for 52 minutes in Season 1, we decided it was that time again! Influenced by the Tarte Cosmetics filter controversy, we talk about things that have been winding us up recently! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Collabs From The Coffin Jun 30, 2021 3424 This week we are joined by Audra from Audra At Home! Inspired by the recent Prince palette by Urban Decay we discuss other collaborations from beyond the grave, the sensitivity around the issue and when it can be a good thing! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Summer Skin Secrets Jun 16, 2021 2664 This week, as we are too hot, we are discussing how best to look after your skin and apply make up in the sweaty heat of summer! Let us know your thoughts over on Instagram @thedoublecleansepodcast We apologise for some slight loss of audio quality in this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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