Okay bestie, quick question… Why are we fighting our skin like it personally offended us? Random scrubs. Ten-step routines we saw at 2 a.m. 20 new products in one week. Over-washing like we’re trying to reset our life decisions. Under-moisturising. And then wondering why our skin is acting like it’s in a toxic relationship. This is your sign to calm down. At Westside, the Gentlefolk edit is basically your sign to stop doing the most… And start doing what actually works. Keeping things simple. Effective. And actually kind to your skin. No drama. No overcomplication. Just routines that fit into real life. Because your skin deserves soft love, not aggression.
So what does “gentle skincare” even mean?
It means we stop attacking our face. No harsh scrubbing like you’re trying to erase your past. No layering five actives because someone on the internet said so.
Gentle skincare is:
• cleansing without stripping
• hydrating without greasiness
• treating without irritating
It’s giving “I have my life together” skin.
What does a real, daily routine actually look like?
Let’s be realistic. We are not doing 12 steps.
Morning: Cleanse. Moisturise. SPF. Done.
Night: Cleanse (properly). Maybe a serum if you’re feeling responsible. Moisturise again.
That’s it. Consistency > complexity.
Your skin doesn’t need confusion. It needs routine.
What are we using in the shower though?
This is where the vibe changes. A good body wash should feel like a reset. Not like your skin is being stripped of its personality. Something like the Gentle Folk Vanilla Body Wash is literally that soft, comforting energy. It cleans without drying your skin out and actually feels… nice.
Morning showers? Try the Gentle Folk Mint Chocolate Body Wash. Slightly cooling. Wakes you up. And makes you feel like you have your life together.
And moisturising? Because we’ve been skipping that…
We’re fixing that. Post-shower = prime time.
Something like the Gentle Folk Vanilla Whipped Body Butter melts into your skin and actually keeps it soft without feeling heavy. It’s giving “I take care of myself” energy. Or if you want that calm, slow-night vibe? The Gentle Folk Lavender Body Oil is perfect. Lightweight, absorbs easily, and feels like you’re romanticising your life for no reason. Moisturising is not optional anymore. We’ve grown.
What about those “quick fixes” we keep trying?
We need to stop. No more trying three new products in one week. No more panic-buying because one breakout showed up uninvited. Skin needs time. And stability. Gentle products help your skin reset instead of react.
What’s the real skincare mindset?
Be nice to your skin. That’s it. You don’t need to fight it. You don’t need to overload it. You just need to support it.
At Westside, the Gentlefolk skincare edit is designed for real routines. Simple. Effective. And easy to stick to.
Head to your nearest Westside store or online to build your everyday skincare routine.
Be nice to your skin. It remembers everything.
