Witch hazel is a versatile skincare ingredient derived from the Hamamelis virginiana plant, known for its natural astringent and anti-inflammatory properties. It helps to cleanse, tone and soothe the skin, making it a popular choice for addressing a variety of skin concerns. T.N Dickinson’s leverages genuine distilled witch hazel as a base for all its skincare products by steam distilling the mature bark and twigs of Hamamelis Virginiana, then preserving the resulting distillate with 14% alcohol. The brand bypasses leaves and flowers, which contain fewer beneficial compounds and could introduce impurities.
Why T.N. Dickinson’s doesn’t use leaves or flowers
According to the United States Pharmacopeia (USP), which is an independent organisation that creates the standards for purity and efficacy of active natural ingredients, genuine witch hazel is defined as being distilled from the mature bark and twigs of the witch hazel plant. In line with its commitment to purity, quality, and effectiveness for all its products, T.N. Dickinson’s never uses leaves or flowers. Aside from being excluded from the standard for purity and efficacy, the leaves and flowers of the witch hazel plant contain fewer active compounds compared to the bark and twigs. Additionally, these elements can introduce higher levels of tannins, which, if not properly processed, can be irritating to the skin. T.N. Dickinson’s focuses on using only the mature bark and twigs to ensure the highest quality and most effective extract. This approach guarantees a purer and more potent final product, free from unnecessary irritants.
How does the T.N. Dickinson’s manufacturing process work?
The manufacturing process at T.N. Dickinson’s begins with the careful harvesting of USDA Certified Organic witch hazel from our New England acreage – over 33,000 of wild forestland – during autumn and winter. This timing is crucial because the plant yields the most potent extracts when the ground is frozen and allows us to minimise environmental impacts. The bark and twigs are then steam-distilled, which is the only United States Pharmacopeia (USP) approved method for creating witch hazel. This process removes impurities, ensuring the highest quality product. The commitment to this sustainable and precise method reflects the brand’s dedication to purity and efficacy.
From the farm to your bathroom – how your skincare essentials are perfected
The rigorous selection of plant components and the meticulous distillation process directly impact the quality and performance of our Witch Hazel products. By using only, the most potent parts of the plant and eliminating potential irritants, the final products are gentle yet effective, suitable for a variety of skin types, including sensitive skin. This dedication to quality ensures that skincare lovers receive a product that delivers consistent results, helping to tone, cleanse and refresh their skin naturally.
T.N. Dickinson’s approach to creating witch hazel products is rooted in over 150 years of expertise, ensuring that every bottle meets the highest standards of natural skincare. To this day, our beloved skincare brand has stayed true to our commitment to natural care by using only 100% natural, clinical-grade USP witch hazel. As the primary ingredient, our genuine 100% witch hazel is at the core of all our products with no unnecessary additives bringing natural, effective, safe products you can feel good using and include in your daily skincare routine.
