Westside brings together perfumes for women with makeup, hair care and body care essentials in one beauty edit. The collection runs from Eau de Parfum bottles in fruity, floral and gourmand notes to lipsticks, cream blush, eyeshadow sticks, nail polish and hair accessories, most of it from the in-house Studiowest line. A shopper building a routine can pick an everyday scent, an evening fragrance or a full set of makeup products without moving between stores. The guide below walks through what each category carries, how the pieces differ from each other and where they fit into a daily or festive beauty routine.
Perfumes for Women at Westside
The women's fragrance range at Westside is built almost entirely around Studiowest Eau de Parfum, sized from pocket-friendly 25 ml bottles to full 100 ml bottles meant to last. The smaller bottles carry playful names such as Treat, Snack and Tart and sit at the lower end of the price range, while the 50 ml bottles in florals and fruity notes sit a step above. The 100 ml bottles cover deeper, long-wear options including vanilla and blackcurrant, cashmere and praline, and rose and apricot, alongside a trio of Parfum-strength bottles named after London, Paris and New York. Anyone who wants a single scent for both desk and dinner tends to gravitate toward these larger bottles, since a higher concentration generally carries further into the evening.
Eau de Parfum vs Parfum, and what it means for wear time
Eau de Parfum and Parfum are two concentrations of the same type of fragrance oils blended with alcohol and water, and the difference lies mainly in how much oil is used. An Eau de Parfum typically holds a moderate concentration, which gives it good wear time while staying light enough for daytime use. A Parfum, sometimes labelled extrait de parfum, carries a higher concentration of oil, so it tends to sit closer to the skin and last longer without needing a reapplication midway through the day.
Best perfume for girls and young women building a signature scent
A first bottle works best when it is easy to wear across college, work and casual outings, which usually points to a lighter 25 ml or 30 ml Eau de Parfum rather than a heavier, deeper one. Fruity and gourmand notes, such as the Snack, Tart and Treat range, tend to suit younger wearers who want something sweet without it feeling overpowering. Once a preferred note family is clear, moving up to a 50 ml or 100 ml bottle in a similar family is a natural next step rather than starting over with an unfamiliar scent.
Perfume for Men and Unisex Fragrances
Alongside the women's range, Westside carries a full line of perfume for men under the same Studiowest label, plus a separate unisex edit for shoppers who prefer scents that aren't labelled by gender. The men's range spans 25 ml bottles such as Dare and Crave, 50 ml bottles like Fierce and Sinful, and 100 ml bottles in woody notes including sage and rosemary, bergamot and oakmoss, and leather and tonka, with Parfum-strength options named Milano, Cairo and Kyoto. Men perfumes here lean toward sharper, warmer notes than the fruitier women's bottles, a reasonable pick for couples who want to shop fragrance together. The unisex fragrances edit sits in between, with 50 ml bottles in rose, jasmine and vanilla and 100 ml bottles in vanilla, pistachio and coconut. The full fragrance range brings all three lines together for anyone comparing options before choosing a bottle.
Lipsticks, Lip Liner and Lip Care
The lip care edit covers creme, satin and matte finishes, so the choice mostly comes down to how much shine or hold a look needs. Creme lipsticks sit in warm berry, rose and nude shades for an everyday coloured lip, satin finishes lean into deeper rose and brown tones for a dressier look, and matte bullets are built to stay put through a full day. A few shades are sold as a lipstick and lip liner combination, which keeps outline and colour matched, and the lip liner itself helps define the lip edge before colour goes on, keeping a bold matte shade from feathering. For a lighter option, the fruity lip glosses in litchi, berry and grape finish the lip with a sheer wash of colour rather than full coverage.
Face and Cheek Makeup: Cream Blush, Foundation and Highlighters
The cheek and face range covers two ways to add colour to the cheeks: a cream blush that blends into the skin for a soft, natural flush, and a liquid blush that builds up in thin layers for a more buildable finish. The creme formula works well applied with fingertips for a quick everyday look, while the liquid version suits anyone who wants to layer and control the final depth of colour. Underneath, the Studiowest foundation range runs in two finishes, a glow-filter formula for a dewy base and a blurring formula for a softer, matte look, sold across multiple shade names so the choice depends on undertone rather than coverage. Compact powders and a couple of light-catching highlighting powders round out the base makeup.
Eye Makeup: Eyeliner, Eyeshadow Stick and Mascara
The eye makeup lineup is built around quick, low-fuss formats rather than full eyeshadow palettes. The eyeshadow stick range comes in shades like ruby, bronze, galaxy, sapphire and champagne, and it is meant to be applied and blended straight from the stick with a finger or brush, which makes it faster to use than loose or pressed powder shadow. For definition, there are gel-style eyeliner pots, pen-format eyeliners and a kajal, giving a choice between a precise pen tip and a softer kajal line along the waterline. Mascaras come in regular and volumising formulas in black and brown, and a brow pencil and a brow gel round out the range for anyone who also wants to fill in and set their eyebrows.
Nail Polish and Nail Care
The nail polish and care range runs mainly in hi-gloss creme finishes, with shades spanning browns, blues and pinks alongside a few bolder tones like violet and sapphire. Alongside colour, there is a set of nail care products, including a ridge filler, a nourishing nail and cuticle oil and a brightening treatment, meant to be used between manicures rather than instead of one. For anyone who wants a finished look without painting at all, Westside also stocks press-on nail sets in patterns such as polka dot, ombre and cat-eye, which click on over natural nails and can be swapped for a different design within minutes.
Hair Accessories and Makeup Pouches
Beyond makeup and fragrance, the beauty edit extends into hair accessories and small organisational pieces from the accessories edit. Hair accessories include scrunchies sold in packs, decorative clips, bow-design hair pins and mini hair brushes, useful for both everyday wear and dressing up a simple hairstyle for an occasion. For carrying makeup, there are transparent travel pouches in metallic pink, gold and silver finishes, along with a bag-charm style pouch meant to double as a bag accessory, so a makeup product collection can stay organised whether it is sitting at home or packed for a short trip.
Hand Cream and Body Care Essentials
The bath and body range rounds out the collection with a hand cream line in lavender, neroli, rose and coffee variants, formulated to sit alongside the body lotions, body washes and body scrubs from the same line. These hand creams come in a compact 29 gm size, which makes them easy to keep at a desk or in a bag for quick use through the day, rather than being limited to a bedside bottle. Paired with the matching body washes and scrubs, they let a shopper build out a simple, coordinated body care routine without hunting across separate skincare and bath sections.
Styling Beauty Picks for Everyday and Festive Occasions
A fragrance or makeup choice usually works best when it matches what is actually being worn. A lighter 25 ml Eau de Parfum and a creme lipstick suit everyday pairings with a co-ord set or casual separates, while a 100 ml Parfum-strength bottle, a satin lipstick and a cream blush hold up better through a longer festive look, including pieces from the ethnic wear edit. Hair accessories such as a bow pin or a set of clips can lift a simple hairstyle, and a small travel pouch or one of the women's bags on the site makes it easier to carry lipstick, a mini perfume or a nail file through the day. For jewellery or other finishing pieces alongside beauty, the women's accessories range is a natural next stop.
FAQs
- What is the difference between Eau de Parfum and Parfum?
- Eau de Parfum and Parfum both use the same fragrance oils, but differ in how concentrated the oil blend is. Eau de Parfum carries a moderate concentration, which keeps it light enough for daytime wear while still lasting several hours. Parfum, often called extrait de parfum, uses a higher concentration, so it sits closer to the skin and tends to last longer between applications.
- What sizes do Westside's women's perfumes come in?
- The women's Eau de Parfum range runs from smaller 25 ml and 30 ml bottles, useful for carrying in a bag, up to 50 ml and 100 ml bottles meant for daily use at home. A few fragrances are also sold as Parfum-strength 100 ml bottles. The size to pick depends on whether the scent is for travel or for a longer-term bottle at a dressing table.
- Does Westside sell perfume for men as well as women?
- Yes. Alongside the women's Eau de Parfum range, Westside carries a separate perfume for men collection in similar sizes, plus a unisex fragrance edit. The men's range leans toward woody and aromatic notes such as sage, oakmoss and leather, while the unisex bottles sit in rose, vanilla and fruity variations that aren't tied to either range.
- Which perfume suits everyday wear best?
- A lighter 25 ml or 30 ml Eau de Parfum in a fruity or floral note generally works best for everyday wear, since it is easy to carry and doesn't feel too heavy for daytime settings like work or college. Heavier, deeper notes and Parfum-strength bottles are usually better saved for evenings or longer occasions.
- What is a good first perfume for a young woman or college-goer?
- A smaller bottle in a fruity or gourmand note, such as the Snack, Tart or Treat range, tends to work well as a first signature scent because it is sweet without being overpowering. Once a preferred note family is clear, moving up to a 50 ml or 100 ml bottle in a similar family is a simple next step.
- What finishes are the lipsticks available in?
- The lipstick range includes creme, satin and matte finishes. Creme shades give a comfortable, slightly glossy everyday colour, satin shades sit between matte and glossy for a dressier look, and matte bullets are built to hold their colour through the day with fewer touch-ups. A few shades also come paired with a matching lip liner.
- What is the lip liner for, and should it be worn alone?
- A lip liner defines the outer edge of the lips before colour is applied, which helps keep a bold or matte lipstick from feathering outside the lip line. It can also be worn alone or with a gloss for a softer, more natural lip look on days when a full lipstick isn't needed.
- What is the difference between the cream blush and liquid blush?
- Cream blush blends easily into the skin with fingertips and gives a soft, natural flush that suits an everyday look. Liquid blush builds up in thin layers, so it is easier to control the final depth of colour, which makes it a better option for anyone who wants a more buildable finish.
- What is an eyeshadow stick, and how is it different from powder shadow?
- An eyeshadow stick is a solid, cream-based colour that is applied and blended directly onto the lid with a finger or brush. It tends to be quicker to use than loose or pressed powder shadow and often blends with less fallout, which makes it a convenient option for a fast everyday eye look.
- What nail polish finishes does Westside carry?
- The nail polish range is mostly in hi-gloss creme finishes, covering shades from browns and pinks to bolder tones like violet and sapphire. Alongside the polish, there are nail care products such as a ridge filler and a nourishing cuticle oil, plus press-on nail sets for anyone who wants a finished look without painting.
- Are the press-on nails reusable?
- Some of the press-on nail sets are listed as reusable, which allows the same set to be applied more than once with proper care, while others are designed for single use. It is worth checking the product description for each specific set before buying, since this varies across designs.
- What hair accessories are available alongside the makeup range?
- The hair accessories range includes scrunchies sold in packs, decorative hair clips, bow-design hair pins and small hair brushes. These work for both quick, everyday hairstyles and for adding a finishing touch to a dressed-up look for an occasion.
- Does Westside sell hand cream?
- Yes. The bath and body care range includes a hand cream line in lavender, neroli, rose and coffee variants, sold in a compact size that is easy to carry in a bag or keep at a desk. They are formulated to pair with the matching body washes and lotions from the same range.
- What is a good way to carry makeup while travelling?
- The range includes transparent travel pouches in metallic pink, gold and silver finishes, sized to hold a few makeup essentials like a lipstick, a compact and a small perfume bottle. A few designs also double as a bag charm, which keeps a small pouch easy to spot inside a larger bag.
- Can fragrance and makeup shades be mixed across the men's, women's and unisex ranges?
- Yes, there is no restriction on mixing across ranges. Many shoppers choose a unisex or men's fragrance simply because they prefer its notes, regardless of how it is labelled, and the same applies to shared products like lip balms or hand creams that aren't gender-specific by nature.
