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West Five Story Mfg. Co.

West Five Story Natural Skincare offers handcrafted, organic products designed to nourish and revitalize your skin, free from harmful chemicals.

06/26/2026

There is a quiet beauty in the things time leaves behind on the prairies. Every weathered piece of wood, forgotten trail, and rusted dashboard tells a story of hard work, resilience, and deep roots.

This rugged, unfiltered landscape is exactly what inspires us in the studio every single day. We don't do delicate, chemical-laden, synthetic skincare. We build honest, hardworking remedies designed to protect your skin from the harsh elements, rooted in traditional methods that stand the test of time.

As we close up the workshop and turn off the double-boilers for the weekend, we’re taking a cue from the landscape—slowing down, recharging, and honoring the roots.

Whatever your weekend plans look like, we hope you get a chance to step outside, breathe in the fresh air, and find a little bit of quiet beauty in your own corner of the world.

The online shop is open 24/7 for your weekend restocks, and we'll be back at it first thing Monday morning. Have a restful weekend, friends. 🤍

06/25/2026

Welcome to our favorite corner of the Chater workshop: the curing racks. These heritage wood shelves hold every single batch of artisan soap we pour for a full 4 to 6 weeks.

Why the long wait? The curing process allows excess water to naturally evaporate from the bars. This slow, patient aging process creates a harder, milder, and significantly longer-lasting bar of soap with an incredibly rich, creamy lather.

In a world that demands everything instantly, we're proud to stick to the slow, traditional craft. These bars are currently curing and will be ready for your showers next month! 🧼

06/24/2026

"Can't live without it!!" 🤍✨

When you find a remedy that finally brings peaceful, quiet relief to angry, itchy skin, it stops being just another tin on the shelf—it becomes an absolute daily necessity.

Hearing feedback like this from Kaleigh is exactly why we spent years perfecting our Eczema Ease balm. Watching a loved one struggle with chronic eczema flare-ups is heartbreaking, and we formulated this concentrated blend to do what commercial lotions can't: deeply soothe and safely protect without the chemical sting.

What makes Eczema Ease such an irreplaceable staple?
💧 100% Water-Free Concentration: Commercial lotions are often up to 80% water, requiring heavy synthetic preservatives that can irritate cracked skin. Our formula is entirely concentrated, active botanical goodness. A tiny bit goes an incredibly long way.
🍯 Pure Prairie Staples: Infused with raw Manitoba honey and beeswax alongside deeply nourishing unrefined plant butters to lock in intense moisture and form a breathable, protective barrier against the elements.
🌱 Calming Essential Oils: A gentle, purposeful touch of lavender and tea tree oils to naturally soothe inflammation and help the skin barrier heal.

Whether you're managing chronic flare-ups, seasonal dry patches, or sensitive little ones' skin, this balm is crafted right here in our Chater studio to offer honest, reliable relief.

Thank you, Kaleigh, for letting our handcrafted remedies into your home and ritual!

Visit our website to explore the Eczema Ease collection.

06/23/2026

When we formulated Lemongrass & Ginger, we wanted to create more than just a beautifully textured bar of soap. We wanted to bottle a sensory experience that naturally energizes your skin and your mind first thing in the morning.

Here is why this specific botanical blend is a staple on our curing racks:

🌱 Lemongrass Essential Oil: A natural astringent that helps deeply cleanse the skin, balance excess oils, and minimize the appearance of pores. Its bright, citrusy aroma is a natural mood-booster, helping to clear mental fatigue before a long day.
🪵 Ginger Root: Packed with antioxidant properties, ginger helps support a healthy skin barrier by soothing redness and promoting a vibrant, refreshed complexion.
🧽 The Texture: Notice those fine botanical flecks throughout the bar? They provide a whisper of gentle, natural exfoliation to sweep away dry skin cells without stripping away your skin's vital moisture.

Crafted right here in Canada using the traditional cold-process method, this bar yields an incredibly rich, creamy lather that leaves your skin feeling soft, balanced, and ready for the week.

Have you tried our Lemongrass & Ginger bar yet? If your morning shower needs a refreshing upgrade, she’s waiting for you on the virtual shelves. ✨

Visit our website to shop the Lemongrass & Ginger collection.

06/22/2026

When your skin barrier is angry, reactive, or experiencing an eczema flare-up, true healing happens when you simplify. It’s about pairing intentional, gentle skincare with holistic habits.

Our morning ritual of choice? A couple of drops of Calm Complexion Facial Serum paired with the natural power of hazelwood.

If you’ve been following our journey, you know we love natural remedies. Hazelwood has a long history of being worn close to the skin to help create a more balanced environment, working beautifully alongside our plant-based formulations to quiet down inflammation from the inside out.

Your simple, calming routine for the week ahead:

Press 3 to 4 drops of Calm Complexion onto clean, damp skin to lock in moisture and soothe redness.

Clasp on your hazelwood necklace to carry that calming support with you all day long.

No harsh chemicals, no synthetic fragrances. Just raw, natural elements working together to give your skin some well-deserved quiet. 🌿

How are you setting your skin up for success this Monday?

Visit our website to explore our calming botanical remedies.

06/21/2026

Here’s to the dads and father figures who show us what quiet dedication looks like. The ones who are always ready to lend a hand, share a bit of hard-earned wisdom, or just show up when it matters most.

We’re keeping things simple today—celebrating the men who appreciate honest, hard work and a good, no-nonsense routine. Wishing a happy and restful Father’s Day to all the dads, grandpas, and mentors out there. Take a load off today, you’ve earned it. 🌾☕

06/19/2026

Real skin, real results. ✨

If you've been trapped in the endless loop of trying products that work for a week and then stop, Mikayla’s story might sound familiar:

"I have extremely sensitive, dry, and oily skin. I've tried so many things in the past that only worked short-term. Using this daily with the Fresh Start Duo has been an absolute game-changer! It doesn't irritate, doesn't leave me oily, and my dry patches are gone. I'm just so happy to have finally found something that works." — Mikayla

Your skin doesn't need a complicated 10-step chemical routine. It just needs the right, minimalist, solution-based care.

Ready to finally find what works for you? Let's chat in the DMs, or explore the lineup online. 🛒

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06/17/2026

Precision in every drop. 🌿🧪

Behind every jar of our leave-on creams and serums is a lot of research, careful sourcing, and incredibly precise formulation. Because we don't rely on synthetic stabilizers or harsh chemicals to do the heavy lifting, the balance of our natural ingredients has to be absolutely perfect.

Every single batch is hand-blended in small numbers to ensure the highest freshness and potency. When you feed your skin small-batch botanicals, you're getting pure, concentrated nourishment exactly the way nature intended.

What’s your biggest skin concern right now? Drop a comment below or send a DM—let’s find the right natural solution for you!

06/15/2026

Less is always more when it comes to your skin. ✨

When West Five Story was born, it started from a very personal place: a need to find real, gentle solutions for my own family’s stubborn skincare issues. I quickly realized that the best way to heal and nourish the skin barrier isn't by piling on complex chemical formulas—it’s by stripping away the noise.

Our leave-on skincare line is carefully crafted around a "solution-based" approach. No harsh synthetic additives, no unnecessary fillers—just high-performance, plant-based botanicals that your skin actually knows how to use.

Visit us online to explore a simpler, calmer routine. 🤍

06/12/2026

🍂 Comfort, Crafted by Hand 🍂
There is nothing quite like wrapping yourself up in a texture that feels like a warm hug. Introducing our handmade Charcoal Ombré Cuddle Blanket from West Five Story—the perfect addition to your cozy spaces.

Every single blanket is meticulously hand-knit using four full skeins of premium Bernat Blanket yarn (100% polyester). Look at that beautiful "Before & After"—the yarn seamlessly transitions from a crisp, clean white through soft misty greys, down into a deep, rich charcoal. It gives the blanket a gorgeous, modern-farmhouse gradient that looks stunning draped over a chair or at the foot of your bed.

Product Details:
Price: $100 each
Texture: Luxurious, plush weight and incredibly soft
Availability: We have a limited selection in stock and ready to ship right now!
Made to Order: Want this exact Charcoal Ombré blend or a custom look? We accept made-to-order requests with a 3-week turnaround time to knit it perfectly for you.

Bring a touch of intentional, high-texture comfort into your home or gift a little warmth to someone special.

✨ To claim an in-stock blanket or start a custom order, send us a DM today! ✨

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Address

1451 Rosser Avenue E
Brandon, MB
R7A 7J2

Website

https://www.westfivestory.com/

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