What I’m trying to say about the science contour - Makeup contour isn’t washed away by light/flash like the natural shadows of our bone structure. So to put contour in those areas will just look flat in pictures and certain lighting situations 👍🏼
Yes! This is one reason doing a nose contour in the traditional way you normally see, doesn’t work for my nose shape at all. I have a wider bridge that becomes part of the structure for my orbital bone. Putting a dark contour down each side of my nose flattens out the area under the eye and it’s unflattering. All faces are unique and not all techniques will flatter all faces. These directions feel the same as the kind you’d find on the back of eye shadows that told you where to put the crease color and lid color. I never understood why a dark crease color looked ghastly- until I understood that my deep set eyes already had a natural crease - and that really didn’t need any help! I now understand everyone has their own eye shape and placement of products is not going to be a One Size Fits All.
I love the science contour, I've been doing it for so long, depending on the situation. You really need to sculpt the face carefully though when using it, especially if you have shorter hair or your hair is up, because your side profile will look flatter in person. I love doing it in zoom. It can look emaciating so you really need to assess your facial structure before doing it.
The tying off parts of the lip to get a "plumper" look from the swelling is a great way to burst something in your lip and create lasting damage. It looked like the bottom part was bleeding. It just makes me so uncomfortable.
Saaaame, I was cringing watching that one thinking how uncomfortable it looked. Doing things like that is so risky and for what? Her lips didn't even look much plumper.
Went on a blind date yesterday , the guy that sent me pics of himself 20 years ago said he doesn’t like women in make up or high heels or trousers 😂😂😂 wtf I said well I fancied you 20 years ago when your profile pic was taken
They can be so shallow 😭 Also what a massive red flag, he might as well say “if you date me I’m going to try to control the minute details of your life and appearance and make you miserable”
Preach!!! I don't have a single makeup product that states 'for women only' on it. I get people on my Instagram telling me 'you'll never be a woman', 'your grandkids will be so ashamed', 'do your wife and kids support this' etc. It's simultaneously hilarious and disappointing that people still have these rigid ideas about who has to do what in society!
'do your wife and kids support this? ' TF? None of your business? As for grandkids, the way things are going, the next few gens will be the most laid back ever lol. And it's about time!
omg the comment about grandkids is extra hilarious to me because not too long ago i found out one of my great grandpas that fought in the revolutionary war was what we call today a trans man. im not sure how he would've referred to himself but what i do know is that in his early 20s when he was still living as his assigned sex at birth (afab) he became very passionate that the colonies (as they were called back then) should have independence. so what did he do? took his 3 young children and fled in the middle of the night, hopped on a ship to the americas, and "pretended" to be a man to fight in the revolutionary war. he continued "pretending" to be a man until his death, and his three children were very adamant that nobody prepare his body for burial except them, for obvious reasons. im his great grandchild and ive gotta say im pretty damn proud of him and the amount of bravery it took to flee an unhappy marriage and wrangle his three young kids along the way while he himself was still barely an adult.
If you have a face, you can do makeup. I find it hilarious when makeup is branded for men (often with black packaging). Why would my foundation not work for a man? You do you and I’m sure the grandkids are proud ❤
Gendering things pointlessly is so very silly. Why on earth wouldn’t men be able to wear makeup if they want to? I think it’s beautiful (and often hot) but more importantly, it’s about them being able to express themselves. I’m glad you’re continuing to wear it even if some people are ridiculous bigots about it ❤
I am tired of people telling me how important it is to look at all the details of my eyes. I wear glasses to see at all. I can't see my whole eye when they are on and cant see shit when they are off. I do my makeup with a lot of makeup remover, tears and promises to G-d.
I found a way to get around that but it's a but costly,I got flip down lens glasses and my normal pair,same prescription, I put glasses on a surface chin height with my glasses behind them and I have a mirror on my lap,I alternate between looking a head and looking down, as I say its a lot of fuckery but it kinda works for me xxz
I swear the lady with the rubber bands looked like she got punched. The men creating makeup is similar to men who wore heels long before women, to boost their height and appear more masculine. So a lot of what is now considered feminine started for men to feel badass.
Wigs too. Like makeup, they were popularized in Ancient Egypt and both genders wore them but men were more likely to simply because men often go bald prematurely. And pink used to be a "boys" color (because it's a lighter variation of red which is a powerful, "masculine" color.) Not to mention skirts and dress-like tunics were worn by men in most cultures. Men want to feel good about their appearance as much as women do, but society decided they should be ashamed of that. So makeup isn't misogynistic, it's misandrist. It's especially wild that men can't even wear concealer and foundation... How is it unmanly to want to cover zits 😭 self-confidence is not less important to men.
Im in a few feminist circles and the makeup hatred is very intense, but it's mostly directed at the beauty industry itself, because it's true that many of these brands benefit from people's insecurities. I've known women who couldn't leave the house without wearing makeup, it was their crutch and it's sad. I personally love the creativity of makeup, and I find the history of makeup fascinating, but I think it's important to acknowledge the unsavoury aspects of the makeup world, too.
I don’t leave the house without makeup but it shouldn’t make anyone sad. Because of my role at home and at work I am caring for others just about every second of my life, but not when I am doing my skincare and makeup. That is my time to focus on myself and I enjoy it. While I agree that brands benefit from people’s insecurities, it does not follow that people who wear makeup (even every day) are necessarily insecure. I feel like feminism should be about celebrating and supporting women doing whatever they want instead of assuming they are victims and don’t know what they really want or what is best for them. (Just a friendly reaction, because your ideas got me thinking. I’d never bring negative vibes here in Robert’s comments 💜!)
@@Beeleeteecee do you feel like you need makeup to be presentable? Do you dread anyone seeing your bare face? Do you hate looking at your bare skin? If not then I'm not really talking about you. Feminism doesn't celebrate every woman's choice, because not every choice we make is good. Is it feminist when a woman chooses to vote against allowing access to safe abortions ? No. Feminism has always been about liberating women from male oppression and patriarchy. It's important to support and uplift women but we should still criticize and examine some of the choices we make also. I'm not trying to bring negativity to Robert's page, I'm just hoping my comment reminds people to be a bit more critical when it comes to the beauty industry.
Oh my god the second video 😂 It said "Homemade lip filler" in the beginning, so I guess the "hack" is to try to achieve the effect of lip filler with those elastics to make your lips swell up? But then I don't understand the point of applying lipstick with them still on, because as the video shows she ruined her makeup trying to take the elastic off... I don't know. I don't get it lmao
its one of those deliberately crappy videos that are designed to make you rewatch it a dozen times trying to figure out what's going on, and/or comment saying it's confusing or dumb. basically engagement bait.
I always get a bit distracted when the camera zooms in a bit, and the neon sign suddenly shows OBERT WELSH, or my personal favorite BERT ELSH. Great video as always!
I love your perspective on what makeup means to different people. I don't wear makeup for vanity's sake...it's a form of expression, an art, a hobby and now a profession. A passion for me. Anyway, thanks for that. Well said.
Me too. I work from home, rarely leave my house. Literally nobody ever sees me. I still love makeup. It’s fun. It’s therapeutic. I just love to look at the pretty sparkly things. 😂
Same! In the beginning of the pandemic, when we all just sat at home, I stopped wearing makeup and my depression got a lot worse. Then, luckily, I found Angelica Nyquist’s channel, and she inspired me to start wearing crazy colours again. I instantly felt better.
It was opposite for me. Not being able to go out casually made me sit down and devour makeup videos, and I spent days playing with makeup to try to figure out once and for all if it was hopeless to try dramatic eye looks(verdict: yes, but only to those looks that require non-hooded eyes and lots of space between crease and brow. Robert has shown a few cute ones I can adapt for hooded eyes a bit.). The other plus was going through my crate full of liquid foundations that didn't match me(and determining that liquid foundation in general isn't suitable), and just use them before they went off and the money totally wasted. I now have a cushion foundation box that is for play with one foundation that is too light, but is in the right colour and undertone so I can get the overall application process down for my skin on the chance there is a liquid foundation that will like me.
THANK YOU for your little rant at the end (and book recommendation!) The 'science of contour' ignores that we are not just skin covering a skull and that we do not all have the same skull or desired outcome. That 'masculine contour' is often used for aging or 'sick and dying' on screen & stage. My cheekbones are most prominent on the sides, and I contour to make them look less prominent face-on. It is rarely performed in West, but there is even surgery people undergo to have cheekbones shaved down. So, even when people desire a look that overlaps with eurocentric beauty standards, it is not always achieved with eurocentric techniques. Sweeping generalisations about the best way to have a good-looking skull are uncomfortably close to phrenology.
I think what's so cool about you, Robert, is your quiet confidence when talking about makeup. We can see how you can be silly or shy in other areas but your professionalism shines. Would you consider talking about "no makeup look for screen" techniques? RawBeautyKristi did a video a few years back where she recreated that "period drama" or historical "perfect skin" look where you literally can't telll they're wearing anything using precise concealing etc.
This is a conversation my dad once had with a coworker. Basically this guy wasn't so happy about his looks. To which my dad responded with: "Well women have makeup" as in: "Most women wear makeup to look that way, men don't use that." and that lead us to a bigger discussion. In which I said it should be normalized for men to wear makeup. And he said others shouldn't criticize others for what they wear and do. Because it doesn't affect them. But that overall men don't have a culture for makeup and usually don't and won't wear makeup. I on the other hand was proud to see one of the brands I love and support created a makeup line specifically for men. Plain black packaging, men or something below the brand name. And they had some stable basics. Like a cleanser, a moisturizer, a beard and hairline filler, eye cream, concealer, a skin adjusting face tint, brow gel a face mask and more. And I found it not only a great idea but a good line to get people interested and started. Some people hate the idea of makeup for men. But in my personal opinion, if "for men" is included in black boring packaging will make men try this stuff and get interested then more power to them. I feel like we all associate makeup with women needing to be proper and good looking at all times. Or bright drag makeup on men. The thing is I use makeup as a form of art. Some teenage boy might want to use makeup to hide imperfections or make their skin look nicer. Or fill in that patch in their beard that isn't growing for some reason. Why not? Why do people need to complain about this? I bet that if half of those men went to a professional makeup counter they'd leave feeling so self concius about what they have said. They'd look at themselves wishing they could look like like that everyday. Or maybe they'll appreciate the work women do to look like that. And not disrespect them the way they always do. And I'm not saying they need a full face of makeup experience. But some corrective makeup. A tinted moisturizer, some concealer, a bit of bronzer/contour, a slight luminosity, some brow gel and a hint of a defining brown mascara with a dash of lip balm. It'll send them running to the makeup counter for sure.
I have really bad anxiety and used to have panic attacks. Makeup helps me deal with anxiety. I get up everyday and I do my makeup even tho I work from home. And I add colour, glitter and whatever I want. I even wear lipstick and would just take my dog for a walk. It’s my little morning ritual with a cup of coffee.
I find the morning makeup routine very therapeutic. It's one time in my day that's completely dedicated to me and making myself feel good. I suffer from bady anxiety too and have all my life. I've definitely had a number of panic attacks over the years. But, daily routines like doing my makeup in the morning (and skincare before bed) definitely help me both prep for the day ahead and unwind from the stresses/anxieties I had to deal with.
My grandmother had MS. Even though she spent so much of her life confined to a wheelchair or hospital bed, subjecting herself to all kinds of medical experimentation, she always said to me that no matter how bad things may be, there's nothing lipstick can't make a little better. So I wear lipstick every day and think of her.
Hi Robert! I’m a 64 year old woman- from Idaho USA and I love your posts. I wear some makeup but honestly, I’m just too lazy to wear it everyday since I have retired. I enjoy your humor, skill and artistic talent and I hope you continue to educate us!
My BOYS are 24 now and when they were at school, they would ask me to put a bit of concealer on their blemishes all the time! My brother, also wears makeup if he wants to cover anything. He also has Botox and other procedures done too. Men who are secure enough to ask for help when they need it are proper men, in my opinion. Boorish Neanderthals who just beat their chests are not appealing anymore. Most women want a guy who takes care of themselves, IMO 🤷🏻♀️🫶🖤💜
The point is that any type of man is fine. Can we just exept that? A hairy man looking like a Neanderthal doesn't have to be ashamed of himself nor does a man with a slight frame. Wear make-up or dont. Whatever. As long as you don't hurt anyone. And yes some women still like their Neaderthal men even if they are not in fashion.
The last TikTok reminded me of a Halloween makeup I did for an alien character. I used contour as blush and highlight and highlight as contour. It looked so weird it was perfect.
So I wrote a book based on research I did about fashion/makeup/body presentation in the LGBTQ+ community and one of the conclusions I came to is that people like makeup because it’s art you can shamelessly show off. As an artist, I don’t walk around with my paintings all day yelling “look at this”! But I do my makeup and make my own clothes and walk around in public and talk to people and therefore get to promote my art in a more socially acceptable way
I swear contouring gets more complex by the day 😅 masculine contour/ feminine contour and contour depending on your face shape. Imma just gonna do what I like the look of on me and give up 😂 these tiktokers honestly
As someone who is, in fact, more interested in men who do makeup (aesthetically at least, I’m aroace), I think the whole “women shouldn’t wear makeup because it’s not attractive to ME” is hilarious. You cannot get one single woman to stand your presence for more than 2 minutes, Gary, maybe you shouldn’t be this picky when you look like an infected toe? Concealer could do wonders on that attitude of yours.
It's mind-boggling. I was raging when a guy ridiculed his fiance for wearing makeup on the latest season of "Love is Blind" on Netflix. She dumped him.
So glad you reacted to the lady talking about the history of make-up. I saw that video, loved it and thought you would. I so enjoy you talking about your art
I tried that crescent method once (high school theater, not enough boys in the cast, you can probably connect the dots) but since my jawline and cheekbones are already prominent, I just looked like a sunken corpse lol
11:55 preach Robert! makeup is for everyone, and means something different to everyone. you can't paint it with just one shade of meaning that's the same for every person.
@ 4:27 her look of horror, simultaneously Robert’s perplexed look..what hack?! TO @ 4:55 her hair flip, as if she nailed. At best, it looks likes like a good make out sesh 💋 💋 L&B from 🇺🇸, Bella
Robert you’re a fuckin legend. Been watching you for a couple of months now and there was a recent vid where you mentioned how nice brown shadows and liner is with blue eyes for weddings. Well I’m a bridesmaid for a very small wedding in one month’s time, so no professional makeup for me. I’m 37 and have blue eyes. I bought the elf mini palette and a natural collection liner (ikr?! tbh I only got it cos I had points to use up but it’s honestly lovely) I still need to practise my blending a little but I’m not horrible at it and growing in confidence everyday. I’m confident I’ll feel great on the day so thank you so much. And the liner by its self for everyday wear is a fucking game changer.
Omg you reacting to the girl’s “lip technique” and trying to find some iota of sense reminded me of Jennifer Lawrence going “what what do you mean?” during the hot wing challenge. I loved it 😂
I wear makeup because I like it, and I love color, not to look good for men/women. I want to decorate myself with fun colors and glitter, and if anyone doesn’t like it, tough.
If men were so concerned about the pressures women face because of makeup they’d be interested in removing workplace policies (or unspoken rules) that require it 🙄 Not trolling people for having interests and hobbies
A professional mua, looking at his confusion at the second tik tok , mirroring exactly my expression too...glad I’m not the only one ah ha! Robert is simple, straight forward, old school...simple as in, he based on theory that not only is clever but it makes sense, none of the hype, the craze and trend...just getvon with it and no bs getting viral lol! Love Robert
Not sure if anyone's suggested this before but would you ever make a video recommending some books for people who are super into makeup? When you brought up pretty boys my ears perked up and I started wondering what other makeup books you might have (whether they're about makeup history, look books, teach makeup techniques etc.). I think that'd be a really interesting video!
I only really wear the "Full Maquillage" when I'm going to a family party, or when I'm getting over a migraine. I get massive dark circles after a migraine, so I correct that, then "cheer my face up". because it looks so miserable. We never know why anyone paints their face, so we should just appreciate the artistry!💌
The lip bondage thing is so weird. I get its too plump the lips but her lipstick wasnt even! There were parts ubtouched because of the rubber band! Can you imagine shopping for calzones and running into a person in lip bondage?
AHH IM EARLY, Robert I only discovered you yesterday but i've watched over 15-20 videos already on your channel! honestly u make me more optimistic abt makeup cause u tell us whats realistically achivable separated from social media
I'm fairly new to Robert's channel as well and I have binge-watched so many videos since then. He also has a channel with his brother called The Welsh Twins which is so delightful.
0:27 Based on science? Pffft! I’d like to see the journal article on that 😂 I get my brows microbladed. She goes by my bone structure. I couldn’t imagine her doing the same brow shape on every client she sees. Science…that makes me laugh
Whenever I watch these reaction videos I realize about half way through that I’m so mesmerized by Robert’s stunning profile, and gorgeous eye makeup, that I haven’t seen any of the content he’s reacting to! 😂
Any time anyone does a tutorial for a one size fits all technique (like the first one you cover in this video) I'm already out. Faces and bone structure vary SO much, but we should only use 2 contour techniques depending on if we want to be masculine or feminine? Nope. Awesome video per usual Robert!
I'm not sure what was happening with the lip thing. 🤔 I do know if your sister dares you to put a rubber band around your nose...don't do it. My nose was purple for a week! Great video, you always explain things in simple terms to me. ❤
I love watching your commentary on brands and use and everything. I would LOVE your opinion on Clinique. I've used it for years, and it seems to still be the best for my skin as I navigate my 40s. But I would really like to see what you think about clinique foundations mostly. I've migrated toward Lancome mascara now, as it's gentler on my eyes, so I'm rethinking everything, but don't want to waste money trying things out. ❤❤
People who rubber band their lips are just asking for problems. I do not get it. That looks painful and just why?! Also, I had an ex who told me I shouldn't wear make-up. I love the artistry of it, and how you can do make-up to reflect however you feel that day. It is no ones business what you do to make you feel better about yourself or boost your confidence. Make up is magic, and thanks for helping us with that via your videos, Robert!
I really wish ppl would stop messing with their lips so haphazardly. I had an inflamed tissue growth in my lower lip as a 12 year old from something as simple as playing clarinet in school band. It impacted my self-esteem extremely negatively. My only option was to get it surgically removed, which I did, but it was a very negative experience in my youth and wouldn't wish the experience on anyone else.
The lady talking about makeup and your views on it too Robert are so true! For me, I wear makeup to FEEL better, "looking better" is just an added bonus, just like having a shower! 😂 we do it to smell better but it has the bonus of making us feel, or look, better also!
I remember my father wearing concealer over spots left on his face after skin cancer was removed. He wasn’t at all vain, but he was often in front of lots of people in his job. And my sons both had me cover their spots when they were in school. That’s why I love makeup ads that show men as well as women!!
My mom had a keratosis mole removed on her temple. She frequently gets stares and questions and it's quite annoying/exhausting. I can see why your dad went for concealer. The questions/comments/stares can just wear you down
Makeup looks lovely Robert 😊 the science one just confused me 😂 haha! I have no clue with contour and just go under my cheeks and jaw but since watching a video you reviewed I no longer put it at my temples as they’re already sunken so I now highlight that bit instead! I also didn’t get the weird lipstick one what the hell was that 😅 ❤
The process of makeup and skincare is almost meditation for me. Makeup itself? I consider it adornment amd expression. If i can customize a character in a game, why not "customize" myself? It's like a more temporary version of my tattoos and piercings.
It's Always a good day when Robert uploads another vídeo. He makes me laugh so much. 💜😂 and i appreciate his opinions a lot! I really learn so much with this Channel.
As someone who wear’s make up everyday whether I leave the house to be creative with my look thank you for appreciating me. It has nothing to do with vanity and everything to do with my creativity and I’ve still been called a narcissist. I am not physically well and make up makes me happy. If I can at least look a little bit pretty then that’s something. Then I usually try to create something else pretty too. So thank you. It’s nice to know someone else understands.
If you didn't wear makeup then people would say you are letting yourself go. There is just no winning with this kind of people so the best thing to do is just ignore it or let them know that their fixation in your physical appearance is creepy
With regards to the bronzer color corrector, eczema typically comes with very dry skin, so excess oils would not really be an issue. (Source: I have eczema. 🙂)
I will seriously wake up super early before work, not just to have my water, oatmeal, and coffee but to take the time and do my make-up. I always feel better afterwards. It relaxes me and it makes me feel good about myself.
LOVED the woman who schooled that person who posted that comment about women and makeup!! Why is it threatening to ANYONE if someone wears makeup. How does that threaten a NORMAL PERSON?! Oh wiat, it DOESN'T threaten a normal well adjusted person
You teach everyone how to use their makeup. I have learned so much from you about makeup in the short amount of time I have watched you on UA-cam then I ever did at home from my mom, who rarely wore makeup, and my Grammy, God love her, who sold Mary Kay. Now if you could just teach me how to do winged eyeliner (my eyelashes are long so I f it up every tine 😂), I might be proficient in makeup application. Love you. 💜😘
Robert, I will video how your I look had a very distinct highlight going from underneath the eyebrows straight out that this morning. I don’t know if I’ve ever seen such a distinct but I really enjoyed it! And thanks for the inspiration and for creating such awesome content
What I’m trying to say about the science contour -
Makeup contour isn’t washed away by light/flash like the natural shadows of our bone structure. So to put contour in those areas will just look flat in pictures and certain lighting situations 👍🏼
@RobertWelsh bce is before common era.
yeah that video made literally no sense...
Yes! This is one reason doing a nose contour in the traditional way you normally see, doesn’t work for my nose shape at all. I have a wider bridge that becomes part of the structure for my orbital bone. Putting a dark contour down each side of my nose flattens out the area under the eye and it’s unflattering. All faces are unique and not all techniques will flatter all faces. These directions feel the same as the kind you’d find on the back of eye shadows that told you where to put the crease color and lid color. I never understood why a dark crease color looked ghastly- until I understood that my deep set eyes already had a natural crease - and that really didn’t need any help! I now understand everyone has their own eye shape and placement of products is not going to be a One Size Fits All.
OH MY DOG!! I just noticed you're now a millionaire... that's so awesome!! ❤
I love the science contour, I've been doing it for so long, depending on the situation. You really need to sculpt the face carefully though when using it, especially if you have shorter hair or your hair is up, because your side profile will look flatter in person. I love doing it in zoom. It can look emaciating so you really need to assess your facial structure before doing it.
That chick trying to look sultry while wiping lipstick off her damn chin has been the highlight of my day 💀
i instantly thought about a thing my dad used to say for decades "and if it were trendy to hammer your nails blue, they'd do it too"
if I see another person tying a band around their lip until it's about to pop I'm going to lose my actual sh*t.
Amen! It made me feel sick watching it and it looked an absolute mess!
Srsly…WTELF?!
People putting those bands on their lips gives me such anxiety.
it literally makes my skin crawl and i can't keep looking, like i'll close my eyes until it's over! so fukin uncomfortable to see lol.
Wait, it’s not satire? 😟😟 i literally thought it was a joke
Robert is always gracious and a gentleman. But his micro-expressions tell us when he thinks something is stupid, lol
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We kinda "know" him so well by now we can tell when he's smiling with his eyes and when he's not 😂❤
Lol plus the classic Welsh twins “it’s fine. I mean… it’s fiiiiine”
The tying off parts of the lip to get a "plumper" look from the swelling is a great way to burst something in your lip and create lasting damage. It looked like the bottom part was bleeding. It just makes me so uncomfortable.
Saaaame, I was cringing watching that one thinking how uncomfortable it looked. Doing things like that is so risky and for what? Her lips didn't even look much plumper.
But whyyyyy do red lipstick before taking the bands off?? I'm so tired of them trying to go viral 😂
That was so fucking bizarre i can't even handle it
I was like what is wrong with her lips is she ok?
I thought she had a facial deformity at first
Went on a blind date yesterday , the guy that sent me pics of himself 20 years ago said he doesn’t like women in make up or high heels or trousers 😂😂😂 wtf
I said well I fancied you 20 years ago when your profile pic was taken
They can be so shallow 😭 Also what a massive red flag, he might as well say “if you date me I’m going to try to control the minute details of your life and appearance and make you miserable”
We don't talk enough about male catfishing.
That clap back 🙌
Something about seeing someone with elastics on their lips always makes me feel sick 😣 I hate it
Yes! I had to skip it because I was too grossed out 😣
Same like I can watch graphic surgery videos and I am very not squeamish but that shit makes me feel positively ill
Yes men always assume why women wear makeup but never really ask them. Everyone’s reasons for what and how they wear makeup is different.
Preach!!! I don't have a single makeup product that states 'for women only' on it. I get people on my Instagram telling me 'you'll never be a woman', 'your grandkids will be so ashamed', 'do your wife and kids support this' etc. It's simultaneously hilarious and disappointing that people still have these rigid ideas about who has to do what in society!
'do your wife and kids support this? '
TF? None of your business? As for grandkids, the way things are going, the next few gens will be the most laid back ever lol. And it's about time!
omg the comment about grandkids is extra hilarious to me because not too long ago i found out one of my great grandpas that fought in the revolutionary war was what we call today a trans man. im not sure how he would've referred to himself but what i do know is that in his early 20s when he was still living as his assigned sex at birth (afab) he became very passionate that the colonies (as they were called back then) should have independence. so what did he do? took his 3 young children and fled in the middle of the night, hopped on a ship to the americas, and "pretended" to be a man to fight in the revolutionary war. he continued "pretending" to be a man until his death, and his three children were very adamant that nobody prepare his body for burial except them, for obvious reasons. im his great grandchild and ive gotta say im pretty damn proud of him and the amount of bravery it took to flee an unhappy marriage and wrangle his three young kids along the way while he himself was still barely an adult.
If you have a face, you can do makeup. I find it hilarious when makeup is branded for men (often with black packaging). Why would my foundation not work for a man? You do you and I’m sure the grandkids are proud ❤
@@eldritchyarnbeing3295That’s such an awesome story! I’d be proud to be that man’s grandchild too! There should be a movie about him 😊
Gendering things pointlessly is so very silly. Why on earth wouldn’t men be able to wear makeup if they want to? I think it’s beautiful (and often hot) but more importantly, it’s about them being able to express themselves. I’m glad you’re continuing to wear it even if some people are ridiculous bigots about it ❤
I am tired of people telling me how important it is to look at all the details of my eyes. I wear glasses to see at all. I can't see my whole eye when they are on and cant see shit when they are off. I do my makeup with a lot of makeup remover, tears and promises to G-d.
I found a way to get around that but it's a but costly,I got flip down lens glasses and my normal pair,same prescription, I put glasses on a surface chin height with my glasses behind them and I have a mirror on my lap,I alternate between looking a head and looking down, as I say its a lot of fuckery but it kinda works for me xxz
I swear the lady with the rubber bands looked like she got punched. The men creating makeup is similar to men who wore heels long before women, to boost their height and appear more masculine. So a lot of what is now considered feminine started for men to feel badass.
That was a troll
Wigs too. Like makeup, they were popularized in Ancient Egypt and both genders wore them but men were more likely to simply because men often go bald prematurely. And pink used to be a "boys" color (because it's a lighter variation of red which is a powerful, "masculine" color.) Not to mention skirts and dress-like tunics were worn by men in most cultures.
Men want to feel good about their appearance as much as women do, but society decided they should be ashamed of that. So makeup isn't misogynistic, it's misandrist.
It's especially wild that men can't even wear concealer and foundation... How is it unmanly to want to cover zits 😭 self-confidence is not less important to men.
@@LunarElevenNot to mention “pink” actually just used to be called “light red”. It’s ridiculous that we are gendering colours now 😂
I love how you never say "it's stupid" but always explain why it's stupid without harsh words. This is professionalism and really precious
Im in a few feminist circles and the makeup hatred is very intense, but it's mostly directed at the beauty industry itself, because it's true that many of these brands benefit from people's insecurities. I've known women who couldn't leave the house without wearing makeup, it was their crutch and it's sad.
I personally love the creativity of makeup, and I find the history of makeup fascinating, but I think it's important to acknowledge the unsavoury aspects of the makeup world, too.
I don’t leave the house without makeup but it shouldn’t make anyone sad. Because of my role at home and at work I am caring for others just about every second of my life, but not when I am doing my skincare and makeup. That is my time to focus on myself and I enjoy it. While I agree that brands benefit from people’s insecurities, it does not follow that people who wear makeup (even every day) are necessarily insecure. I feel like feminism should be about celebrating and supporting women doing whatever they want instead of assuming they are victims and don’t know what they really want or what is best for them. (Just a friendly reaction, because your ideas got me thinking. I’d never bring negative vibes here in Robert’s comments 💜!)
They want to destroy the idea of femininity that's why. They want you miserable, single and fat.
@@Beeleeteecee do you feel like you need makeup to be presentable? Do you dread anyone seeing your bare face? Do you hate looking at your bare skin? If not then I'm not really talking about you.
Feminism doesn't celebrate every woman's choice, because not every choice we make is good. Is it feminist when a woman chooses to vote against allowing access to safe abortions ? No. Feminism has always been about liberating women from male oppression and patriarchy. It's important to support and uplift women but we should still criticize and examine some of the choices we make also.
I'm not trying to bring negativity to Robert's page, I'm just hoping my comment reminds people to be a bit more critical when it comes to the beauty industry.
Oh my god the second video 😂 It said "Homemade lip filler" in the beginning, so I guess the "hack" is to try to achieve the effect of lip filler with those elastics to make your lips swell up? But then I don't understand the point of applying lipstick with them still on, because as the video shows she ruined her makeup trying to take the elastic off... I don't know. I don't get it lmao
I've never hated something more in my life 💀
its one of those deliberately crappy videos that are designed to make you rewatch it a dozen times trying to figure out what's going on, and/or comment saying it's confusing or dumb. basically engagement bait.
😭😭😭😭lip plumpers exist and are at least safer than whatver that was??? omg why, these "hacks" are not making it easier
But how how do they get the elastics on there in the first place??
I always get a bit distracted when the camera zooms in a bit, and the neon sign suddenly shows OBERT WELSH, or my personal favorite BERT ELSH. Great video as always!
Now I can't unsee it 😂
@@Samson16436 You're welcome my friend 😀
omg I love Bert Elsh
Bert Elsh I can't breathe
Watching you watch these videos is like watching Miranda Priestly look at a new collection. “He pursed his lips, he thinks its crap.”
I died when he said “Maybe they don’t like men who don’t” (wear makeup). Men who wear makeup are sexy.
I love your perspective on what makeup means to different people. I don't wear makeup for vanity's sake...it's a form of expression, an art, a hobby and now a profession. A passion for me. Anyway, thanks for that. Well said.
Preach! Some people accessorize with jewelry or watches. I accessorize with eyeliner! Or what ever else I decide should grace my face.
Me too. I work from home, rarely leave my house. Literally nobody ever sees me. I still love makeup. It’s fun. It’s therapeutic. I just love to look at the pretty sparkly things. 😂
Same! In the beginning of the pandemic, when we all just sat at home, I stopped wearing makeup and my depression got a lot worse. Then, luckily, I found Angelica Nyquist’s channel, and she inspired me to start wearing crazy colours again. I instantly felt better.
It was opposite for me. Not being able to go out casually made me sit down and devour makeup videos, and I spent days playing with makeup to try to figure out once and for all if it was hopeless to try dramatic eye looks(verdict: yes, but only to those looks that require non-hooded eyes and lots of space between crease and brow. Robert has shown a few cute ones I can adapt for hooded eyes a bit.).
The other plus was going through my crate full of liquid foundations that didn't match me(and determining that liquid foundation in general isn't suitable), and just use them before they went off and the money totally wasted. I now have a cushion foundation box that is for play with one foundation that is too light, but is in the right colour and undertone so I can get the overall application process down for my skin on the chance there is a liquid foundation that will like me.
Same, I use it as a coping mechanism to help me continue the day. As there are really days I can’t brung myself to do anything
THANK YOU for your little rant at the end (and book recommendation!)
The 'science of contour' ignores that we are not just skin covering a skull and that we do not all have the same skull or desired outcome. That 'masculine contour' is often used for aging or 'sick and dying' on screen & stage.
My cheekbones are most prominent on the sides, and I contour to make them look less prominent face-on. It is rarely performed in West, but there is even surgery people undergo to have cheekbones shaved down. So, even when people desire a look that overlaps with eurocentric beauty standards, it is not always achieved with eurocentric techniques. Sweeping generalisations about the best way to have a good-looking skull are uncomfortably close to phrenology.
I think what's so cool about you, Robert, is your quiet confidence when talking about makeup. We can see how you can be silly or shy in other areas but your professionalism shines. Would you consider talking about "no makeup look for screen" techniques? RawBeautyKristi did a video a few years back where she recreated that "period drama" or historical "perfect skin" look where you literally can't telll they're wearing anything using precise concealing etc.
This is a conversation my dad once had with a coworker. Basically this guy wasn't so happy about his looks. To which my dad responded with: "Well women have makeup" as in: "Most women wear makeup to look that way, men don't use that." and that lead us to a bigger discussion. In which I said it should be normalized for men to wear makeup. And he said others shouldn't criticize others for what they wear and do. Because it doesn't affect them. But that overall men don't have a culture for makeup and usually don't and won't wear makeup. I on the other hand was proud to see one of the brands I love and support created a makeup line specifically for men. Plain black packaging, men or something below the brand name. And they had some stable basics. Like a cleanser, a moisturizer, a beard and hairline filler, eye cream, concealer, a skin adjusting face tint, brow gel a face mask and more. And I found it not only a great idea but a good line to get people interested and started. Some people hate the idea of makeup for men. But in my personal opinion, if "for men" is included in black boring packaging will make men try this stuff and get interested then more power to them. I feel like we all associate makeup with women needing to be proper and good looking at all times. Or bright drag makeup on men. The thing is I use makeup as a form of art. Some teenage boy might want to use makeup to hide imperfections or make their skin look nicer. Or fill in that patch in their beard that isn't growing for some reason. Why not? Why do people need to complain about this? I bet that if half of those men went to a professional makeup counter they'd leave feeling so self concius about what they have said. They'd look at themselves wishing they could look like like that everyday. Or maybe they'll appreciate the work women do to look like that. And not disrespect them the way they always do. And I'm not saying they need a full face of makeup experience. But some corrective makeup. A tinted moisturizer, some concealer, a bit of bronzer/contour, a slight luminosity, some brow gel and a hint of a defining brown mascara with a dash of lip balm. It'll send them running to the makeup counter for sure.
Men have worn makeup for millennia and on all continents. Pretending it's not manly because history is dumb and false.
I have really bad anxiety and used to have panic attacks. Makeup helps me deal with anxiety. I get up everyday and I do my makeup even tho I work from home.
And I add colour, glitter and whatever I want. I even wear lipstick and would just take my dog for a walk. It’s my little morning ritual with a cup of coffee.
I find the morning makeup routine very therapeutic. It's one time in my day that's completely dedicated to me and making myself feel good.
I suffer from bady anxiety too and have all my life. I've definitely had a number of panic attacks over the years. But, daily routines like doing my makeup in the morning (and skincare before bed) definitely help me both prep for the day ahead and unwind from the stresses/anxieties I had to deal with.
My grandmother had MS. Even though she spent so much of her life confined to a wheelchair or hospital bed, subjecting herself to all kinds of medical experimentation, she always said to me that no matter how bad things may be, there's nothing lipstick can't make a little better. So I wear lipstick every day and think of her.
Hi Robert! I’m a 64 year old woman- from Idaho USA and I love your posts. I wear some makeup but honestly, I’m just too lazy to wear it everyday since I have retired. I enjoy your humor, skill and artistic talent and I hope you continue to educate us!
My BOYS are 24 now and when they were at school, they would ask me to put a bit of concealer on their blemishes all the time! My brother, also wears makeup if he wants to cover anything. He also has Botox and other procedures done too. Men who are secure enough to ask for help when they need it are proper men, in my opinion. Boorish Neanderthals who just beat their chests are not appealing anymore. Most women want a guy who takes care of themselves, IMO 🤷🏻♀️🫶🖤💜
Stop insulting the Paleo people. They did Take Care of themselves.
No one needs botox for cosmetic reasons!
The point is that any type of man is fine. Can we just exept that? A hairy man looking like a Neanderthal doesn't have to be ashamed of himself nor does a man with a slight frame. Wear make-up or dont. Whatever. As long as you don't hurt anyone. And yes some women still like their Neaderthal men even if they are not in fashion.
No one needs anything for cosmetic reasons, that's kind of the point. @@anitaevans2432
@@anitaevans2432No, but what does it matter to you if someone wants cosmetic botox to feel more comfortable in their skin?
"because sometimes it's better to educate yourself before you speak!"
SHE NEEDS TO SAY IT LOUDER SO EVERYONE CAN HEAR HER. she's an icon.
I just haaaate the lip tying thing. It looks like what I think a hernia looks like and 🤢🤢🤢
The last TikTok reminded me of a Halloween makeup I did for an alien character. I used contour as blush and highlight and highlight as contour. It looked so weird it was perfect.
@@lydiaaddams I don't know that ref. I'll have to look it up. :) LOL the Iannis. You're right! Mercurians are very red toned.
So I wrote a book based on research I did about fashion/makeup/body presentation in the LGBTQ+ community and one of the conclusions I came to is that people like makeup because it’s art you can shamelessly show off. As an artist, I don’t walk around with my paintings all day yelling “look at this”! But I do my makeup and make my own clothes and walk around in public and talk to people and therefore get to promote my art in a more socially acceptable way
I wear makeup because I'm ugly without
I swear contouring gets more complex by the day 😅 masculine contour/ feminine contour and contour depending on your face shape. Imma just gonna do what I like the look of on me and give up 😂 these tiktokers honestly
As someone who is, in fact, more interested in men who do makeup (aesthetically at least, I’m aroace), I think the whole “women shouldn’t wear makeup because it’s not attractive to ME” is hilarious. You cannot get one single woman to stand your presence for more than 2 minutes, Gary, maybe you shouldn’t be this picky when you look like an infected toe? Concealer could do wonders on that attitude of yours.
It's mind-boggling. I was raging when a guy ridiculed his fiance for wearing makeup on the latest season of "Love is Blind" on Netflix. She dumped him.
JP on Love is Blind Season 5......
I feel like printing your comment and hanging it on my wall 😂
I can't even with the elastic band lips person. Like what WAS that? I can't help you, Robert! 😂
A risk of injury for mediocre results lmao
the second girl with the red lips? Omg she almost gave me an anxiety attack😅
I thought her lips were going to fall off. I had to cover her face with my fingers. I almost threw up. Not cute😂🤮
@@trishamariesame!
So glad you reacted to the lady talking about the history of make-up. I saw that video, loved it and thought you would. I so enjoy you talking about your art
I tried that crescent method once (high school theater, not enough boys in the cast, you can probably connect the dots) but since my jawline and cheekbones are already prominent, I just looked like a sunken corpse lol
11:55 preach Robert! makeup is for everyone, and means something different to everyone. you can't paint it with just one shade of meaning that's the same for every person.
@ 4:27 her look of horror, simultaneously Robert’s perplexed look..what hack?! TO @ 4:55 her hair flip, as if she nailed. At best, it looks likes like a good make out sesh 💋 💋 L&B from 🇺🇸, Bella
Robert you’re a fuckin legend. Been watching you for a couple of months now and there was a recent vid where you mentioned how nice brown shadows and liner is with blue eyes for weddings. Well I’m a bridesmaid for a very small wedding in one month’s time, so no professional makeup for me. I’m 37 and have blue eyes. I bought the elf mini palette and a natural collection liner (ikr?! tbh I only got it cos I had points to use up but it’s honestly lovely) I still need to practise my blending a little but I’m not horrible at it and growing in confidence everyday. I’m confident I’ll feel great on the day so thank you so much. And the liner by its self for everyday wear is a fucking game changer.
Omg you reacting to the girl’s “lip technique” and trying to find some iota of sense reminded me of Jennifer Lawrence going “what what do you mean?” during the hot wing challenge. I loved it 😂
I wear makeup because I like it, and I love color, not to look good for men/women. I want to decorate myself with fun colors and glitter, and if anyone doesn’t like it, tough.
The third one is a Demi Colour by Seint representative. It's an MLM.
Can't stand those!
If men were so concerned about the pressures women face because of makeup they’d be interested in removing workplace policies (or unspoken rules) that require it 🙄 Not trolling people for having interests and hobbies
Thanks to Erin Parsons, i know that cavemen used to wear glitter. On their eyes.
She’s super cool
A professional mua, looking at his confusion at the second tik tok , mirroring exactly my expression too...glad I’m not the only one ah ha! Robert is simple, straight forward, old school...simple as in, he based on theory that not only is clever but it makes sense, none of the hype, the craze and trend...just getvon with it and no bs getting viral lol! Love Robert
For me, makeup is healing. All of it, learning the products, techniques, etc.
Not sure if anyone's suggested this before but would you ever make a video recommending some books for people who are super into makeup? When you brought up pretty boys my ears perked up and I started wondering what other makeup books you might have (whether they're about makeup history, look books, teach makeup techniques etc.). I think that'd be a really interesting video!
The Kevyn Aucoin book is iconic.
Omg the second one with the girl and the lip thing.....please no one do that!! Its disgusting and you could cause SOO much damage!!!
Idk why, but the lip clip made me really mad 😆 like literally offended by it! Lol
I absolutely agree!! I enjoy beating my face everyday!! I wear a full face of makeup on the daily for me not anyone else!! Thanks Robert!! 👏♥️
I only really wear the "Full Maquillage" when I'm going to a family party, or when I'm getting over a migraine. I get massive dark circles after a migraine, so I correct that, then "cheer my face up". because it looks so miserable. We never know why anyone paints their face, so we should just appreciate the artistry!💌
The lip bondage thing is so weird. I get its too plump the lips but her lipstick wasnt even! There were parts ubtouched because of the rubber band! Can you imagine shopping for calzones and running into a person in lip bondage?
That lip! My god that was hard to watch
I was so confused 😅 it looked painful
@@Samson16436 very
AHH IM EARLY, Robert I only discovered you yesterday but i've watched over 15-20 videos already on your channel! honestly u make me more optimistic abt makeup cause u tell us whats realistically achivable separated from social media
I'm fairly new to Robert's channel as well and I have binge-watched so many videos since then. He also has a channel with his brother called The Welsh Twins which is so delightful.
5:01 😂the technique is how to get the worst lips with the most awful hack and to look like a toddler did your makeup
0:27 Based on science? Pffft! I’d like to see the journal article on that 😂 I get my brows microbladed. She goes by my bone structure. I couldn’t imagine her doing the same brow shape on every client she sees. Science…that makes me laugh
I was looking for a comment on the first one. I thought he was joking, because he had MF written on his forehead..?
@@vivimaria7243 I didn’t see that. I’ll have to watch again 😂
That second "hack" was the best way of getting half assed lip color 🤨
LOVE YOUR EYE LOOK! 💜💜💜
Whenever I watch these reaction videos I realize about half way through that I’m so mesmerized by Robert’s stunning profile, and gorgeous eye makeup, that I haven’t seen any of the content he’s reacting to! 😂
Any time anyone does a tutorial for a one size fits all technique (like the first one you cover in this video) I'm already out. Faces and bone structure vary SO much, but we should only use 2 contour techniques depending on if we want to be masculine or feminine? Nope. Awesome video per usual Robert!
I adore this! I use makeup as self-care and something for me to play with. My 10yo daughter and I will do our makeup together for fun.
Roberts face in the thumbnail looks like hes hiding the pain behind his eyes😂😂😂😂
I'm not sure what was happening with the lip thing. 🤔 I do know if your sister dares you to put a rubber band around your nose...don't do it. My nose was purple for a week! Great video, you always explain things in simple terms to me. ❤
I love watching your commentary on brands and use and everything. I would LOVE your opinion on Clinique. I've used it for years, and it seems to still be the best for my skin as I navigate my 40s. But I would really like to see what you think about clinique foundations mostly. I've migrated toward Lancome mascara now, as it's gentler on my eyes, so I'm rethinking everything, but don't want to waste money trying things out. ❤❤
Please do makeup and ghost stories for spooky season!!!!
Yes yes! I love spooky content
This is *exactly* what we all need on a Sunday evening.
✨️ *Thank you King of making Sunday's better* ✨️
People who rubber band their lips are just asking for problems. I do not get it. That looks painful and just why?! Also, I had an ex who told me I shouldn't wear make-up. I love the artistry of it, and how you can do make-up to reflect however you feel that day. It is no ones business what you do to make you feel better about yourself or boost your confidence. Make up is magic, and thanks for helping us with that via your videos, Robert!
Robert, can you PLEASE do more makeup based book recommendations? 💖
I really wish ppl would stop messing with their lips so haphazardly. I had an inflamed tissue growth in my lower lip as a 12 year old from something as simple as playing clarinet in school band. It impacted my self-esteem extremely negatively. My only option was to get it surgically removed, which I did, but it was a very negative experience in my youth and wouldn't wish the experience on anyone else.
I just love videos where Robert lays it all for the haters and brainless people to hear and "TRY" to understand LMAO.
I had no idea how to color correct and conceal my dark undereye circles until I watched a couple of your videos. Thank you Robert 🥰
I love how annoyed you look watching these! 😂😂😂
The lady talking about makeup and your views on it too Robert are so true! For me, I wear makeup to FEEL better, "looking better" is just an added bonus, just like having a shower! 😂 we do it to smell better but it has the bonus of making us feel, or look, better also!
Love this Smokey eye look though ❤
Your rant though!!! Makeup is my personal time for me and I enjoy every moment. It’s the only time I get to care for myself. AMEN!!!
I completely get what you are saying with my filler and botox, it changes everything
Love the passion! I wear makeup because I enjoy the process and it boosts my confidence ❤
Ugh it's scary to think of teens actually copying any of the bad ones...😐
I remember my father wearing concealer over spots left on his face after skin cancer was removed. He wasn’t at all vain, but he was often in front of lots of people in his job. And my sons both had me cover their spots when they were in school. That’s why I love makeup ads that show men as well as women!!
My mom had a keratosis mole removed on her temple. She frequently gets stares and questions and it's quite annoying/exhausting. I can see why your dad went for concealer. The questions/comments/stares can just wear you down
@@harley_the_hack4416I'm so sorry your mom had to go through something like that! Thank goodness for full coverage makeup!!❤
Makeup looks lovely Robert 😊 the science one just confused me 😂 haha! I have no clue with contour and just go under my cheeks and jaw but since watching a video you reviewed I no longer put it at my temples as they’re already sunken so I now highlight that bit instead! I also didn’t get the weird lipstick one what the hell was that 😅 ❤
came for the makeup hacks and stayed for robert's subtle micro shade ;)
The process of makeup and skincare is almost meditation for me. Makeup itself? I consider it adornment amd expression. If i can customize a character in a game, why not "customize" myself? It's like a more temporary version of my tattoos and piercings.
It's Always a good day when Robert uploads another vídeo. He makes me laugh so much. 💜😂 and i appreciate his opinions a lot! I really learn so much with this Channel.
As someone who wear’s make up everyday whether I leave the house to be creative with my look thank you for appreciating me. It has nothing to do with vanity and everything to do with my creativity and I’ve still been called a narcissist. I am not physically well and make up makes me happy. If I can at least look a little bit pretty then that’s something. Then I usually try to create something else pretty too. So thank you. It’s nice to know someone else understands.
If you didn't wear makeup then people would say you are letting yourself go. There is just no winning with this kind of people so the best thing to do is just ignore it or let them know that their fixation in your physical appearance is creepy
Hello Robert.. just wanted to say congrats on 1M!!!! Love your channel!!
With regards to the bronzer color corrector, eczema typically comes with very dry skin, so excess oils would not really be an issue. (Source: I have eczema. 🙂)
Thank you! I always appreciate your take on these.
Hey Robert! That eye look is gorgeous! Hope you're having a good weekend!
Your makeup looks so beautiful today! Those eyes! 😍
this one was my favorite of the whole series, so wonderful 😍
1 million subs! Congratulations Robert ❤️
i love these types of videos so much. one of my favorites from you!
Exactly! Make up means something different to everyone! It makes me happy. Plain and simple. ❤
I will seriously wake up super early before work, not just to have my water, oatmeal, and coffee but to take the time and do my make-up. I always feel better afterwards. It relaxes me and it makes me feel good about myself.
Yyyiiikkeesss!!! The rubber band lips.. I could hardly watch. That looked so uncomfortable.
we need/love grounding but savage honesty yaas
1:10 I believe there is science to contouring but not this kind of science lol
LOVED the woman who schooled that person who posted that comment about women and makeup!! Why is it threatening to ANYONE if someone wears makeup. How does that threaten a NORMAL PERSON?! Oh wiat, it DOESN'T threaten a normal well adjusted person
You teach everyone how to use their makeup. I have learned so much from you about makeup in the short amount of time I have watched you on UA-cam then I ever did at home from my mom, who rarely wore makeup, and my Grammy, God love her, who sold Mary Kay. Now if you could just teach me how to do winged eyeliner (my eyelashes are long so I f it up every tine 😂), I might be proficient in makeup application. Love you. 💜😘
I absolutely love your eye look in this. Perfection
CONGRATULATIONS ON 1 MILLION SUBSCRIBERS!!!! 💜🖤💜🖤💜
Your face during the lip video 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 Robert said: 👁️👄👁️
I love the artistry of makeup. I do it for fun
Robert, I will video how your I look had a very distinct highlight going from underneath the eyebrows straight out that this morning. I don’t know if I’ve ever seen such a distinct but I really enjoyed it! And thanks for the inspiration and for creating such awesome content