Products by CT Brands

Handmade locally in Connecticut, these small-batch bar soaps are crafted with responsibly sourced oils and butters for a gentle, effective cleanse that leaves skin feeling soft and nourished. Scented only with phthalate-free fragrances and essential oils, each bar is individually hand-cut and made to bring a little joy to your daily routine.

We love these bars for their rich lather, skin-kind ingredients, and thoughtful scents — perfect for upgrading your everyday without overcomplicating it.

Please note: Some of these soaps are made with nourishing goat milk, and the remainder are vegan. 

Make the switch from single-use paper towels to these reusable cotton flannel Paperless Towels—a simple swap that reduces waste and adds style to your home. Handmade in Manchester, Connecticut by The Greener Gift, a local woman-owned small business, these towels are crafted from 100% cotton flannel, primarily sourced from overstock and reclaimed fabrics. That means less waste, more reuse, and a sustainable way to tackle everyday messes.

Each towel measures 12” x 10” and features a single-ply, serged edge for durability. They’re soft yet strong, making them perfect not only as a paper towel replacement but also as napkins, tissues, or reusable cleaning cloths. The towels are machine washable and dryer-safe—plus, their absorbency improves with every wash.

Why we love them:

• Replace single-use paper towels, tissues, and wipes

• Made with 100% cotton flannel

• Primarily created from overstock & secondhand fabrics

• Serged edges prevent fraying for long-lasting use

• Reusable, washable & eco-friendly

• Fabric is compostable at end of life (remove synthetic threads first)

• Handmade in Connecticut by The Greener Gift

Available Options:

• 6-Pack

• 12-Pack on a roll (wrapped around reclaimed cardboard tubes to reduce waste)

• 24-Pack on a roll (wrapped around reclaimed cardboard tubes to reduce waste)

🌈 Please note: Colors and prints vary depending on available fabrics. If you’re ordering online and have a preference, let us know in the order notes—we’ll send you photos of the current options so you can choose the ones you love.

Make single-use sandwich bags a thing of the past with these reusable cotton snack and sandwich bags. Handmade in Manchester, Connecticut by The Greener Gift, a local woman-owned small business, each bag is created in small batches using consciously sourced cotton fabrics—often from overstock and secondhand materials to help reduce waste.

Each bag is lined with a food-safe, water-resistant fabric (the same lining used in The Greener Gift’s popular bowl covers). The fold-over or snap-top closures keep snacks and meals secure without plastic, while the no-exposed-seam construction ensures durability and easy cleaning.

Perfect for:

• Packing sandwiches & snacks for school, work, or picnics

• Storing produce in the fridge

• Holding pet treats during training

• Carrying toiletries or makeup

• Stashing a reusable soap bar or a damp swimsuit

Why we love them:

• A simple, practical replacement for disposable plastic bags & wrap

• Made with 100% cotton exteriors, lined with BPA- & phthalate-free, food-safe fabric

• Durable, washable & reusable (laundry & dryer safe; air dry for best results)

• Edges are serged to prevent fraying

• Handmade in Connecticut by The Greener Gift, a local woman-owned business

• Plastic-free & crafted from upcycled fabrics whenever possible
  

Available Options:

• Snappy Snack Bag (6" x 3.5", snap closure)

• Sandwich Bag (6" x 7", fold-over top)

• Snappy Sandwich Bag (6" x 7", snap closure)

🌿 Colors & patterns vary! Each batch is made with unique fabrics, so no two are ever the same. If you’re ordering online and have specific color or pattern preferences, just leave us a note at checkout—we’ll send photos of the designs currently in stock so you can choose your favorites.

These vegan salt soaps are handmade in small batches in Connecticut using fine sea salt, coconut oil, and shea butter to create a creamy, gently exfoliating lather that leaves skin feeling clean, soft, and refreshed. Individually hand-cut and thoughtfully crafted, these bars offer a spa-like cleanse with a rich texture and vibrant scents.

These fragrant sprays are wonderful as a light perfume, but the essential oil blends are antibacterial and will freshen the air around you as well! They are small enough for your purse or backpack, but last quite a while!

Ingredients: Distilled Water, Witch Hazel, anti-bacterial essential oils

Energizing Citrus has essential oils of Orange, Grapefruit, Lemon and Lime

Calming Earthy has Sandalwood, Lemongrass, Tea Tree and Lavender

Uplifting Floral has Ylang Ylang, Geranium, Rose and Lavender

Thoughtfully made treats with local impact.

These dog treats are handcrafted in Deep River, Connecticut by neurodiverse young adults using upcycled spent grains from local breweries. By giving brewing byproducts a second life, they offer a simple, waste-reducing option for treating your pup.

Made in small batches with straightforward ingredients, they’re a feel-good choice for pet parents who care about sustainability and community impact.

Why we love it:

• Handcrafted in Deep River, CT

• Made by neurodiverse young adults

• Uses upcycled spent grains from local breweries

• Simple, recognizable ingredients

• Supports a circular, low-waste food system

Ingredients:
Spent grains, peanut butter or pumpkin, flour, eggs

A locally made, planet-conscious treat that’s good for dogs and the community alike.

A sustainable swap for single-use cotton balls, these reusable facial rounds are perfect for your daily skincare routine. Handmade in Manchester, Connecticut by The Greener Gift, a local woman-owned small business, they’re designed to be soft on your skin while helping you reduce waste with every wash.

Crafted from 100% cotton flannel and finished with serged edges to prevent fraying, each round is approximately 3 inches in diameter. They’re machine washable and dryer-safe, so you can reuse them again and again for cleansing, removing makeup, or applying toner.

Why we love them:

• Replace single-use cotton balls & rounds

• Made from 100% cotton flannel

• Edges are serged for durability

• Reusable, washable, and long-lasting

• Handmade locally in Connecticut by a woman-owned small business

• Plastic-free & eco-friendly

In the Pack:

• 21 reusable facial rounds in a variety of changing colors & prints

🌿 Please note: Colors and patterns vary! If you’re ordering online and have a preference, leave a note at checkout—we’ll send you photos of the styles currently available so you can choose your favorites.

A 24"x36" poster depicting a year of the vibrant ecological rhythm in southern New England. This repeating annual calendar marks time by the botanical pulse of our local ecosystem.

This poster was printed on 30% recycled, FSC certified paper using Biolocity inks on presses powered by an onsite wind turbine in New Haven, CT.

Designed by Jon Schroth and Erik Assadourian of Middletown, CT

Keep the bugs away and smell great !

Bug repellant using medicinal aromatherapy. Protect yourself from mosquitoes, flies, and ticks.

Essential oils used: Citronella, Lemongrass, Rosemary, Tea Tree, Geranium, Peppermint, Cedarwood, Spike Lavender, Marjoram, Pennyroyal, and Eucalyptus

All essential oils are steam distilled. They are the pure vibration of the plant and tree. There is no alcohol, chemicals, or carrier oil added. Non-gmo coconut glycerin, witch hazel, and filtered water are the other ingredients added. 

Ingredients: Apple cider vinegar, sunflower seed oil  infused with jewelweed, chickweed, and plantain, Witch Hazel, Aloe vera juice extract, Essential oils-Tea Tree oil, spike lavender, cedarwood 

Directions: Spray topically for prevention when exposed to poison ivy. Jewelweed helps to dissolve the urushiol oil that is in poison ivy which causes the contact dermatitis rash. This spray can also treat poison ivy if you do end up contracting it. Spray liberally on the affected area a few times a day to soothe and dry out the rash.

Upgrade your kitchen with these beautiful, waste-free reusable bowl covers handmade by The Greener Gift, a woman-owned small business based in Connecticut. We love them because they’re durable, practical, and make ditching single-use plastic wrap and foil a breeze.

Each cover is thoughtfully crafted with a sturdy bamboo + organic cotton blend exterior and a food-safe, waterproof, BPA- & phthalate-free lining (the same eco-friendly fabric used in The Greener Gift’s popular snack and sandwich bags). A shock-cord elastic with a spring-free slide lock ensures a snug, secure fit over bowls, plates, jars, or even cut produce. They’re also machine washable and dryer safe, so you can use them again and again—no waste, no mess.

Why we love them:

• A reusable, plastic-free alternative to cling wrap and foil

• Adjustable elastic with durable slide lock for a custom fit

• Food-safe lining keeps food fresh without chemicals

• Perfect for leftovers, rising dough, picnics, and keeping bugs out

• Handmade by a local Connecticut small business

• Zero-waste & packaging-free

Available Options:

• Small 

• Medium 

• Large 

• Set of 3 (one Small, one Medium, one Large)

🌈 Colors & patterns change frequently! If you’re shopping online and have a preference, leave us a note at checkout—we’ll share the current options so you can choose your favorites.

A gentle yet effective facial cleanser designed to balance, soothe, and protect your skin. Formulated with a base of rosewater, Castile soap, vegetable glycerin, and jojoba oil, this cleanser removes impurities without stripping your skin’s natural oils. White willow bark and tea tree oil work to keep blemishes at bay, while geranium, lavender, and rosemary essential oils calm irritation and support cell renewal.

Why you’ll love it:

• Mild formula that balances oil production

• Naturally fights acne with white willow bark & tea tree

• Soothes & regenerates with rosewater and essential oils

• Packaged in a reusable/recyclable glass bottle (no plastic breakdown!)

• Vegan & made with organic ingredients

How to use:
Shake well before use (separation is natural). Rinse your face with warm water. Dispense a dime-sized amount into clean hands, lather into suds, and massage into skin with gentle upward motions. Let sit for 30–60 seconds, then rinse off.

Ingredients:
Castile Soap (Water, Coconut Oil*, Sunflower Oil*, Castor Oil*, Citric Acid, Rosemary Extract), Vegetable Glycerin*, Rosa Damascena (Rose) Distillate, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil*, White Willow Bark Tincture*, Vitamin E Oil, Tea Tree Oil, Essential Oils of Geranium, Lavender*, and Rosemary.
*Certified Organic Ingredient

Packaging:
4oz glass bottle – reusable, recyclable, and safe for oil-based formulas.

Did you know that more than 95% of your current All Purpose cleaner is almost certainly water? With Nantucket Footprint All-Purpose Cleaning Strips you get all of the active ingredients you need in these super-concentrated strips. Just add your own water. Each unit has 8 strips which is enough concentrate to make 4 16-oz bottles of all-purpose cleaner!

Reuse your own bottle or add one of ours (sold separately) for the most effective natural all-purpose cleaner you have ever used - guaranteed!

Our cleaning strips have been thoughtfully made from the least toxic alternatives including plant-based surfactants and just a hint of cold-pressed grapefruit and bergamot essential oils. The strips come in plastic-free, compact, lightweight, and 100% biodegradable boxes. The ultimate combination of effectiveness and zero-waste convenience.

Each small but mighty unit contains 8 strips and makes four (4) 16-oz bottles of cleaner. It fits on your shelf like a little book!

This small-batch elderberry syrup is hand-crafted using wild-foraged herbs, mushrooms, and botanicals. Elderberries are slow-simmered with the ingredients of Reishi mushrooms, ginger root, cinnamon stick and twig, clove buds, cardamom pods, rose hips, turkey tail mushrooms, echinacea flower, and licorice root in filtered water, then combined with raw honey for a sweet flavor.

Ingredients: Elderberries, Reishi Mushrooms, Cinnamon Sticks, Cardamom Pods, Ginger Root, Clove Bud, Rose Hips, Turkey Tail Mushrooms, Echinacea Flower, Cinnamon Twig, Licorice Root, Filtered Water, Raw Honey.

Directions:
Take 1 teaspoon daily. Enjoy on its own or mixed into beverages.

Notes:
– Keep refrigerated so it can last for months at a time. – Shake well before using. The honey is raw and sometimes separates from the liquid. 
– Only available during the winter while supplies last. 

FDA Disclaimer:
This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Consult a qualified healthcare professional before use, especially if pregnant, nursing, taking medications, or managing a health condition.

Herbs include: Cats claw, Astragalus root, Andrographis, Japanese knotweed root, Sarsaparilla, Chamomile flowers, Neem leaf, Reishi mushroom, Golden rod leaf, Nettle leaf, Licorice root

This tonic has been specially formulated to help prevent ticks from biting you or your pet! It can also help with some effects after being bit. Some of these herbs were wild foraged and all the rest were harvested organically from reputable farmers local when possible! This tincture is safe to give to pets - dosage is determined by the weight of the animal. Mix it in with their food not their water! 

>15 lbs 10 drops or 1/3 of dropper 2 times a day 

>30 lbs 20 drops or 2/3 of dropper 2 times a day 

>60 lbs 30 drops or 1 full dropper 2 times a day 

>90 lbs 45 drops or 1 1/2 droppers 2 times aday 

>120 lbs 60 drops or 2 droppers 2 times a day 

Dosage for humans is slightly different 

>50 lbs 1/2 dropper 2 times a day 

>100 lbs 2/3 dropper 2 times a day 

>150 lbs 1 dropper 2 times a day 

>200 lbs 1 1/2 dropper 2 times a day 

>250 lbs 2 droppers 2 times a day 

Skip the plastic tubes and synthetic additives — these plant- and mineral-based powdered masks offer targeted skincare in a reusable glass jar. Each formula features skin-nourishing clays and natural botanicals to support your glow, your pores, and your low-waste lifestyle.

How to Use:
Shake the jar, then mix 1–2 tsp of mask powder with a few drops of water or oil to form a paste. Apply evenly to clean, damp skin and leave on for 10–15 minutes. Rinse gently with warm water. Follow with toner and moisturizer.

Packaged in a 2 oz glass jar — reusable, recyclable, and shelf-stable.

Choose Your Formula:

🍫 Chocolate | repair + renew
Antioxidant-rich cocoa powder fights free radicals, softens lines, and supports skin repair. Paired with kaolin clay and coconut milk for light exfoliation and hydration.
Best for: All skin types, especially dry or sensitive
Ingredients: Kaolin Clay, Organic Cocoa Powder*, Dehydrated Coconut Milk
(*Certified Organic)

🌸 Rose Clay | exfoliate + mineralize
A gentle facial in a jar. Rose kaolin clay boosts circulation, while rose hips (high in Vitamin C and antioxidants) tone and brighten. Slight pink tint is natural.
Best for: All skin types, including sensitive
Ingredients: Rose Kaolin Clay, Dehydrated Coconut Milk, Powdered Rose Hips
*Note: May leave temporary pink tint due to iron oxides — use a warm washcloth or cleanser to remove fully.

🍵 Matcha | tone & detoxify
Mineral-rich French green clay draws out impurities while matcha and ginseng calm inflammation and promote cell renewal.
Best for: All skin types
Ingredients: French Green Clay, Organic/Fair Trade Matcha Leaf Powder*+, Organic Ginseng Powder*
(*Certified Organic, +Fair Trade Certified)

🖤 Charcoal | detoxify + deep clean
A powerful deep-cleansing mask with activated charcoal and bentonite clay to draw out impurities and clear congested pores.
Best for: Oily, normal, or acne-prone skin
Not recommended for very dry or sensitive skin
Ingredients: Bentonite Clay, Sustainably Harvested Activated Charcoal

Safe to use on upholstery and clothing. Save water and time with this fabric freshening spray.

Antibacterial, antimicrobial, and bactericidal essential oils freshen fabrics AND air!

Ingredients: Distilled Water, Neutral Grain Spirit, Essential Oils of Tea Tree, Lemongrass and Cedarwood

Essential Oil Insect Spray For People

The Official Bug Spray of Summer.

This 8-ounce natural insect repellent spray bottle size is big enough to spray the whole family and is topped with a signature fine-mist trigger sprayer for superior coverage!

Not for use on cats or dogs. Try the Natural Bug Repellent Spray for Dogs instead!

Take this tincture for winter wellness. It helps to boost the immune system when you are sick or well. 

Cough remedy

Anti-viral

Cold prevention

Ingredients:

Directions:
Take 1 dropper full in 6 oz. of water 2-3 times per day. Take more when you are not feeling well. 1 dropper full every 2 hours if you are sick. 

Naturally Scented Essential Oil Tick Repellent Spray with an appealing vanilla spice scent that you'll love and ticks hate.

The Official Bug Spray of a Walk in the Woods.

Ticks can be active even when it doesn't feel buggy outside. Nantucket Spider Extra Strength Tick Repellent is the best natural tick spray for whenever you are in tick country.

This 8-ounce bottle size is perfect for families and is topped with a fine-mist trigger sprayer for superior coverage.

• Made from a unique blend of organic essential oils
• Effective against deer ticks in independent laboratory tests
• DEET-free, soy-free, vegan, cruelty-free
• Now available in aluminum bottles!

What’s in the bottle?

• Made with organic, steam-distilled essential oils of clove, geranium, peppermint, cedarwood, spearmint, rosemary and cinnamon.
• Distilled water, vegetable glycerin and natural vanillin (made from cloves) are the only other ingredients.
• Water-based and not greasy so it can be sprayed on hair, skin, clothing, gear, socks, and shoes without damage or staining.

How to use

Directions: Spray Nantucket Spider Tick Repellent Spray onto skin, hair, clothing and gear. Focus spray application on areas of the body from the waist down with particular attention to socks and shoes. Reapply every 1 1/2 hours. Remember - always test patch on the inside of your arm for sensitivity before use.

This product is not recommended for dogs. Do not use any product containing essential oils on cats.

Need Tick Repellent for Dogs?

Nantucket Spider’s bug spray for dogs is an effective alternative to DEET products.

Made in the USA

Bring intention and energy into your space with our hand-poured soy crystal candles. Each one is crafted with organic botanicals and paired with a crystal, blessed under the full moon, to help you align your energy and manifest your goals. A mantra is included on every label to guide your focus as the candle burns.

✨ Calm – Drift into serenity with the soothing blend of buttery vanilla and lavender fields. Topped with organic lavender buds and an amethyst crystal, this candle helps release anxiety, negative energy, and emotional blocks while encouraging inner wisdom and peace. 💜

✨ Create – Spark inspiration with the uplifting fusion of bright citrus and warm amber. Infused with calendula petals and a citrine crystal, this candle ignites confidence, passion, and creativity—giving you the courage to share your gifts with the world. 💛✨

Details:

• 8oz glass jar soy candle

• 40+ hours burn time

• Organic botanicals + full moon–blessed crystals

• Includes a mantra to focus your intention

Candle Care:

• Trim wick to ¼" before each use

• Keep wax pool level to avoid tunneling

• Never leave a burning candle unattended

Hydrate, refresh, and balance your skin with this gentle multitasking toner and face mist. Handcrafted with rosewater and aloe vera, it delivers lightweight hydration, while green tea extract helps fight free radicals, promote cell turnover, and reduce puffiness. Witch hazel naturally cools and soothes, making it perfect for all skin types.

Why you’ll love it:

• Doubles as a toner and refreshing face mist

• Green tea extract promotes cell renewal & reduces puffiness

• Aloe + rosewater hydrate and calm skin

• Witch hazel cools, tones, and tightens

• Packaged in a reusable/recyclable glass spray bottle

• Vegan & made with organic ingredients

How to use:

• As a toner: After cleansing, shake bottle and spritz lightly over your face, or apply with a cotton ball. Follow with your favorite moisturizer.

• As a face mist: Spritz whenever you need a quick refresh—after workouts, on long flights, or to revive tired, dry skin throughout the day.

Ingredients:
Rosa Damascena (Rose) Distillate, Distilled Water, Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Distillate, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Extract*.
*Certified Organic

Packaging:
4oz glass spray bottle – reusable, recyclable, and safe for essential oils.

Bring your skin back to life with this nutrient-rich facial oil blend. Packed with Vitamins A & E plus omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, this serum deeply nourishes while balancing oil production—making it perfect for both oily and dry skin. Jojoba, rose hip seed, and carrot seed oils work to regenerate cells, fade age spots, and smooth fine lines, while essential oils of geranium, lavender, clary sage, and tea tree keep skin clear and refreshed.

Why you’ll love it:

• Regenerates skin cells & smooths fine lines

• Fades age spots & brightens dull skin

• Balances oil production for all skin types

• Naturally antibacterial to fight blemishes

• Deeply nourishing with omega-rich plant oils

• Packaged in a reusable/recyclable glass pump bottle

• Vegan & made with organic ingredients

How to use:
After cleansing and toning, pump 1–2 drops into clean hands and gently massage into skin using upward motions. For best results, use after the Rose & Tea Facial Toner.

Ingredients:
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil*, Rosa Canina (Rose Hip) Seed Oil*, Vitamin E Oil (Tocopherol), Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot) Seed Oil, Pelargonium Rose Asperum (Geranium) Essential Oil, Lavandula Angustofolia (Lavender) Essential Oil*, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Oil, Salvia Sclarea (Clary Sage) Essential Oil.
*Certified Organic

Packaging:
2oz glass pump bottle – reusable, recyclable, and safe for essential oils.

Did you know that 95% of your current Glass and Window cleaner is almost certainly water? With Nantucket Footprint Glass and Window Cleaning strips, you get all of the active ingredients you need in our super-concentrated strips. Just add your own water! Reuse your own bottle or add one of ours (sold separately) for the most effective natural Glass & Window cleaner you have ever used - guaranteed!

Each unit has 8 strips which is enough concentrate to make four (4) 16-oz bottles of glass & window cleaner!

These glass and window cleaning strips have been thoughtfully made from the least toxic alternatives including plant-based surfactants and just a hint of cold-pressed rosemary and peppermint essential oils. The strips come in plastic-free, compact, lightweight, and 100% biodegradable boxes. The ultimate combination of effectiveness and zero-waste convenience.

SAFE & EARTH FRIENDLY INGREDIENTS: There are a lot of “green-washed” products out there. Nantucket Footprint is committed to not being among them.

Like a solid facial serum, very concentrated so you don't need too much, smells really yummy!

Ingredients: mango butter, jojoba oil, pequi oil, beeswax