Who We Are

Who We Are

“Purity, efficacy, and sustainability.
That’s who we are, and who we’ll always be for generations of
families.”

“Purity, efficacy, and sustainability.
That’s who we are, and who we’ll always be for generations of
families.”

—Bryan Jackowitz
President, Dickinson Brands, Inc.

—Bryan Jackowitz
President, Dickinson Brands, Inc.

Our portfolio of witch hazel brands is trusted by millions of families. But where does that trust come from? 

It comes from harvesting, manufacturing, and testing every one of our offerings to the highest industry standards—ensuring consumers always get the purest, most efficacious witch hazel-based products in the world. 

From the consistent results to the straightforward ingredient list to the earthy scent that elicits memories, consumers always know they’re getting the most genuine and effective formulas in every bottle. We are deeply proud of the trust we’ve earned, and we’ll never take that for granted.

Our portfolio of witch hazel brands is trusted by millions of families. But where does that trust come from? 

It comes from harvesting, manufacturing, and testing every one of our offerings to the highest industry standards—ensuring consumers always get the purest, most efficacious witch hazel-based products in the world. 

From the consistent results to the straightforward ingredient list to the earthy scent that elicits memories, consumers always know they’re getting the most genuine and effective formulas in every bottle. We are deeply proud of the trust we’ve earned, and we’ll never take that for granted.

From The Routine To The
Unexpected, We’re There When
You Need Us

For over 150 years, we’ve always been just an arm’s reach away—for scraped knees, cleansed, clear skin that boosts confidence, postpartum care, and countless other moments like these. What we do isn’t flashy, but it matters. Every day. 

In these moments, we turn to products we trust will work, and when consumers reach for our brands without even thinking, we know we’ve done our jobs. As a family-owned business, this is personal. And we’re proud to be part of the lives of generations of families.

From The Routine To The
Unexpected, We’re There When
You Need Us

For over 150 years, we’ve always been just an arm’s reach away—for scraped knees, cleansed, clear skin that boosts confidence, postpartum care, and countless other moments like these. What we do isn’t flashy, but it matters. Every day. 

In these moments, we turn to products we trust will work, and when consumers reach for our brands without even thinking, we know we’ve done our jobs. As a family-owned business, this is personal. And we’re proud to be part of the lives of generations of families.

For over 150 years, we’ve always been just an arm’s reach away—for scraped knees, cleansed, clear skin that boosts confidence, postpartum care, and countless other moments like these. What we do isn’t flashy, but it matters. Every day. 

In these moments, we turn to products we trust will work, and when consumers reach for our brands without even thinking, we know we’ve done our jobs. As a family-owned business, this is personal. And we’re proud to be part of the lives of generations of families.

Impact, Measured
In Centuries

Impact, Measured
In Centuries

1900’s

1900’s

Upon Reverend T.N. Dickinson’s death in 1900, he left his witch hazel company to his two sons, E.E. Dickinson and T.N. Jr. After a disagreement stemming from diverging opinions about their father’s company, the brothers decided to split the business. E.E.’s new business would lean toward skincare applications, which mirrors the current Dickinson’s Witch Hazel brand. T.N. Jr. would focus on the medical treatment uses of witch hazel, such as soothing cuts, scrapes, and after-shave relief. His business resembles the modern T.N. Dickinson’s brand.

Upon Reverend T.N. Dickinson’s death in 1900, he left his witch hazel company to his two sons, E.E. Dickinson and T.N. Jr. After a disagreement stemming from diverging opinions about their father’s company, the brothers decided to split the business. E.E.’s new business would lean toward skincare applications, which mirrors the current Dickinson’s Witch Hazel brand. T.N. Jr. would focus on the medical treatment uses of witch hazel, such as soothing cuts, scrapes, and after-shave relief. His business resembles the modern T.N. Dickinson’s brand.

2026 and Beyond

2026 and Beyond

T.N. Dickinson’s, Dickinson’s Skincare, and Humphreys Organic continue to expand both in sales and product offerings. T.N. Dickinson’s has become the “#1 Physician-Recommended Witch Hazel Brand,” while Dickinson’s Pore Perfecting Toner continues to be a top-selling toner. New product offerings further advance our benefits to meet even more consumer needs.

T.N. Dickinson’s, Dickinson’s Skincare, and Humphreys Organic continue to expand both in sales and product offerings. T.N. Dickinson’s has become the “#1 Physician-Recommended Witch Hazel Brand,” while Dickinson’s Pore Perfecting Toner continues to be a top-selling toner. New product offerings further advance our benefits to meet even more consumer needs.

Our Team Our mission to care for people extends to everyone who works with us, from our knowledgeable scientists and staff to our dedicated harvesters to our longstanding supply chain partners. Steadfast Leadership Our focused and driven team is backed by almost two centuries of experience and credibility. We all share a fervent dedication to setting and continually raising the standards of quality in our industry. Genuineness Our products are pure, and so is our transparent communications style, both internally with our staff and externally with our valued retail partnerships. We proudly wear our hearts on our sleeves, and it shows in everything we do. Caring Connection Caring for people and the environment is the lifeblood of our work. It extends to our customers, our team, our partners, our local communities, and the 33,000 acres of forest that we steward. Quality and Efficacy We’re meticulous about every drop of every product, creating the purest and most efficacious witch hazel on the planet. It’s how we’ve earned the trust of millions of families for generations. Proudly USA Grown Just like the witch hazel in our products, our family-owned company has been based in New England for over 150 years. This consistency and deep connection to the northeastern U.S. serve as a rock-solid foundation for the business, both culturally and financially. PREVIOUS NEXT

FAQ

All of our witch hazel is made right here in the USA, and our products are packaged and assembled here as well. A few of our product and packaging components (such as cleansing cloth material), some raw materials (such as a couple preservatives), are internationally sourced. For over 150 years, we have harvested witch hazel from the forests of New England, where it grows naturally. The bark and twigs are chipped, distilled, and formulated into finished products right in Connecticut. All of our witch hazel is sourced and manufactured domestically. Most of our products are made entirely in the USA, with the exception of a few that use components and/or ingredients sourced from other countries.

The witch hazel plants (our raw material) and in turn the distillate in all our products, are certified organic. Our Humphreys line also offers some certified organic finished products.

All of the plastic bottles we use are made from PETE, which is recyclable. PET or PETE (polyethylene terephthalate) is the most common plastic for single-use bottled beverages because it’s inexpensive, lightweight, and easy to recycle.

Yes! A selection of our products is available in many markets, including Australia, Puerto Rico, Jamaica, and Japan. Reach out to [email protected] for more information.

“FDA-approved” is often misused by companies trying to market their products. USP active ingredients are approved for use for specific applications. Our USP Witch Hazel is approved as an active ingredient for skin protectant and hemorrhoidal treatment applications. Both our cosmetic and OTC pharmaceutical finished formulas/products are FDA-registered. Additionally, our manufacturing facility is FDA-regulated and approved, providing pharmaceutical-grade quality even for non-pharma products.

Dickinson’s (skincare) and T.N. Dickinson’s (first aid, personal care, gastro/digestive health) are widely available at mainstream Food, Drug, and Mass retailers as well as online marketplaces. Humphreys is available online and in the natural channel. Please visit our brands’ websites for a full list of retail stores: Dickinson’s (dickinsons.com), T.N. Dickinson’s (TNDickinsons.com), Humphreys (HumphreysUSA.com).

No, none of our products contain any dyes, sulfates, parabens, phthalates, or gluten.

Dickinson’s (dickinsons.com), T.N. Dickinson’s (TNDickinsons.com), Humphreys (HumphreysUSA.com) 

All of our products are vegan and cruelty-free. We never test on animals at any stage of product development.

For prospective customer inquiries, please reach out to us on our contact page (add hyperlink) or email [email protected].

At this time, we do not offer private label or contract manufacturing. We do provide bulk witch hazel extracts. Contact our sister company, American Distilling at https://www.americandistilling.com/contact-us/ or email [email protected]. 

For bulk witch hazel inquiries, please contact our sister company, American Distilling, at https://www.americandistilling.com/contact-us/ or email [email protected].

American Distilling (AD) is our sister company. AD is the world’s largest manufacturer of bulk witch hazel extracts, and Dickinson Brands Inc. is the world’s largest distributor and marketer of genuine witch hazel products. Our scale and focus enable us to offer unsurpassed quality and reliable supply to the market.

Every raw material, packaging component, and finished formula is rigorously tested to make sure it meets our FDA cGMP standards and global regulatory standards. We test using validated methods and USP (United States Pharmacopeia) methods that comply with the FDA’s current Good Manufacturing practices and ICH Q10. We are a fully registered and compliant cGMP manufacturing facility for both Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) and cosmetic ingredient manufacturing, as well as finished cosmetic and OTC pharmaceutical products. We have an internal quality department and are audited by customers and regulatory agencies, including the FDA and USDA, to maintain our various drug and organic certifications.

Yes – we incorporate sustainable practices in both! Our harvesting methods are designed to have minimal impact on the well-being of any humans, animals, or other ecosystems on the lands. Due to our sustainable harvesting methods and our responsible acquisition of our ingredients, we work to ensure that the forests are not depleted and the plants we harvest will continue to renew for years to come. Additionally, heat generated from our process is recycled to heat our manufacturing building, and any waste material generated is sold as lawn mulch to local garden stores.

Witch Hazel, also known as winterbloom, snapping hazel, and spotted alder, is a powerful plant that contains therapeutic and aromatic components. Native to the Northeastern United States, witch hazel bears delicate golden flowers and seed capsules in late autumn, after the leaves have fallen. We take great pride in producing all our witch hazel using USP (pharmaceutical) guidelines and standards. As such, genuine witch hazel MUST be a steam distillate made from the recently cut, and partially dried bark and twigs of the hamamelis virginiana (witch hazel) plant. No leaves are allowed. This is why we harvest ONLY the bark and twigs of mature plants in the cold winter months while the plants are dormant without leaves. We then chip the wood (bark and twigs), and use a proprietary distillation process to produce the highest quality witch hazel – the powerful botanical extract that powers our full line of Dickinson Brands products.

Your nose knows! An easy way to tell if your product contains genuine witch hazel is to give it a sniff! Genuine witch hazel has a distinct botanical scent that is its signature. Even in fragranced products, often you can smell its characteristic undertones.

Also, you can check the ingredients statement on the back label to see if witch hazel is at the top or bottom of the list. Cosmetic products are required to list ingredients in descending order of concentration. If water is listed first—it’s not powered by genuine witch hazel!

USP is the abbreviation for United States Pharmacopeia. It is the independent, FDA-recognized organization that sets the standard for quality, strength, and purity of pharmaceuticals and active naturals such as witch hazel.

Our witch hazel is distilled in accordance with the USP* guidelines for witch hazel, to extract the most efficacious parts of the bark and twigs of mature witch hazel plants, and to deliver the purest product. *USP is the independent organization that sets the standard for quality, strength, and purity of pharmaceuticals and active naturals such as witch hazel.

Tannins (tannic acid) are known to be skin irritants. In accordance with USP guidelines, and to deliver a pure and gentle yet highly effective product, our witch hazel is distilled to remove impurities such as tannins. As defined by USP, genuine witch hazel must be produced this way and tested to ensure that the product does not contain tannins above a very low limit. USP Witch Hazel Definition: Witch Hazel is a clear, colorless distillate prepared from the recently cut and partially dried dormant twigs of Hamamelis Virginiana Linne.

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