Shark Tank Spretz Update 2026

Tony Gauthier was out with friends in 2012 when he realized smoke and food odors stuck to both his breath and hands. He wanted a quick way to get rid of the smell but couldn’t find a product that worked for both. That’s why he created Spretz, a 2-in-1 spray that freshens breath and hands at the same time. Were the sharks interested in a deal? Let’s take a closer look at our Spretz update and pitch recap to find out.

If you’re short on time, here’s a quick overview of what happened to Spretz after Shark Tank.

Tony, Scott, and Wesley entered Shark Tank Season 7, seeking $100,000 for 20% equity in Spretz. After their pitch, they left without a deal.

In terms of a Spretz update, the company gained traction after its Shark Tank appearance, with a surge in online orders and retailer interest, prompting the company to expand its product line, enhance packaging, and revamp its website. However, it struggled to secure retail placements, limiting its accessibility.

Shark	Result
Kevin O’Leary	No offer
Lori Greiner	No offer
Barbara Corcoran	No offer
Robert Herjavec	No offer
Mark Cuban	No offer

Shark Tank Spretz Pitch

Entrepreneurs: Tony Gauthier, Scott Hoag, Wesley Osaze
Business: Freshener spray for your breath and your hands
Ask: $100,000 for 20% equity
Result: No deal
Shark: None

Tony, Scott, and Wesley stepped into Shark Tank with a hip-hop-style performance to introduce their product, Spretz.

Once they finished their pitch, they explained that Spretz is a dual-purpose freshener designed to eliminate odors from both breath and hands.

They handed out samples of Peppermint and Cinnamint (a mix of cinnamon and mint).

The sharks found the scents strong and refreshing, but Kevin O’Leary quickly pointed out that the packaging didn’t clearly explain that the spray worked for both hands and breath.

Wesley admitted this was an issue and assured them they planned to fix it.

Mark Cuban then asked if the product was already on the market. Tony responded that they had sold 1,000 units, though it was more of a test run than a full launch.

The sharks took a moment to process this before Robert Herjavec asked about the retail price.

The entrepreneurs said each unit sold for $3.95, but Kevin wasn’t satisfied and pushed for total sales.

The answer wasn’t great. So far, they had only made $3,500 in sales. Kevin wasn’t impressed.

Sensing the tension, Tony quickly clarified that they had spent nothing on marketing and had only been selling for two months. This helped ease some concerns, but the sharks still had doubts.

Lori Greiner, still interested, asked for a live demonstration. She asked Tony to rub garlic on his hands and use Spretz to see if it removed the odor.

After a brief wait, she checked his hands but wasn’t entirely sure if the spray had fully worked.

Mark then asked why people would use a spray when they could simply wash their hands.

He also believed marketing the product properly would require at least $1 million, far beyond what the entrepreneurs could afford. With that, he dropped out.

Tony stood firm, insisting they believed in their product and were willing to put in the work.

But Kevin wasn’t convinced. He agreed with Mark, saying $100,000 wouldn’t be nearly enough for marketing, and also dropped out.

Barbara Corcoran then weighed in. She doubted the product’s long-term potential and stepped away.

Robert followed, saying he respected their passion but didn’t see Spretz becoming a sustainable business. That left only Lori.

Lori called Tony over for a final test. She smelled his hands again and confirmed that the product worked. The team had a brief moment of hope.

But, Lori still wasn’t convinced people would need a hand-freshening spray.

Most would just wash their hands or use sanitizer instead. She encouraged them to keep innovating but ultimately dropped out as well.

With that, the entrepreneurs left without a deal.

Where’s the company now? Find out in our Spretz update.

Shark Tank Spretz Update

Our Spretz update found that after the episode aired, online orders increased, and retailers showed interest in carrying the 2-in-1 breath and hand freshener.

The company expanded its product line by introducing new flavors and improving packaging to make it more convenient to carry.

They also revamped their website, making it easier for customers to browse and buy.

However, despite the initial momentum, Spretz struggled to maintain long-term growth. It failed to secure placements in convenience stores and gas stations, limiting its accessibility.

In 2021, Tony Gauthier was still promoting the product while working as a Public Information Officer for California’s Department of Transportation.

In 2022, signs of trouble emerged. The website went down in March, returned briefly in August with all products listed as “sold out,” and shut down again by December.

In March 2023, the site displayed a message stating it had expired.

At the time of writing, the company appears to be out of business, with no active sales channels.

Despite their passion and initial traction, Spretz ultimately didn’t capitalize on the Shark Tank effect.

We’re unsure about the company’s future and our next Spretz update.

What about the other companies featured in Season 7 Episode 13? Find our company updates here:

Before you go, be sure to check out our list of all the Shark Tank Season 7 products.

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Andrew is a lifelong fan of Shark Tank and an entrepreneur at heart. He started Shark Tank Recap because he wanted a single place to track what happens to the companies, founders, and deals after they air on TV. With a sharp eye for business insights and a passion for all things Shark Tank, Andrew makes sure every recap is accurate, engaging, and fun.