Colour cosmetics, considered as complete systems.

NOAH Botanics is developing a new generation of colour cosmetics through mineral light architecture, botanical intelligence and sensory design.

Each formula is considered as a complete system: how it moves, feels, reflects light, wears on skin and supports the finished effect.

The architecture behind NOAH Botanics

Every NOAH Botanics formula is developed through three connected disciplines: how colour interacts with light, how a product behaves through touch and wear, and how botanical and natural-origin materials contribute meaningful function.

Together, they form the foundation of our approach to modern colour cosmetics.

  • Mineral Light Architecture

    Colour is designed through the behaviour of pigments, minerals and light.

    We consider diffusion, reflection, translucency and placement to create finishes that respond to the skin rather than sitting flat upon it.

  • Sensory Architecture

    Performance is shaped through touch as much as appearance.

    We design glide, cushion, playtime, adhesion, set and comfort as one connected sensory system, so every formula feels intentional from first application through wear.

  • Botanical Intelligence

    Botanical and natural-origin materials are selected for what they genuinely contribute to the finished formula.

    We evaluate source, processing, purity, compatibility, sensory impact and documented function, requiring every ingredient to earn its place.

Three products. One shared colour philosophy.

Complexion, colour and lips developed as one coordinated system.

The Complexion Veil Serum Foundation creates the base. The Skin Veil Multi-Use Cream Stick brings adaptable colour. The Nourishing Lip Oil adds comfort, dimension and shine.

Each formula has its own sensory architecture, while sharing the same approach to skin, pigment and light.

Inside the laboratory.

Follow the first NOAH Botanics collection through formulation trials, material studies, test batches and the decisions shaping how each product looks, feels and performs.

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Scotland shapes NOAH Botanics as both a material and visual reference: coastal minerals, sea-derived materials, inland botanicals, atmospheric colour and constantly changing natural light.

Ingredients are selected formula by formula for documented function, compatibility and sensory contribution. We do not claim that every material is Scottish; we develop in Scotland with a clear sense of place.

Founder-led. Laboratory-built.

NOAH Botanics is an independent Scottish colour cosmetics company founded by Vicki Von Blackwood.

Drawing on more than twenty-five years across makeup, fashion and visual direction, the company is being built through hands-on formulation, structured testing and a belief that artistry, nature and science belong in the same conversation.

Meet The Founder

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Testing opportunities are matched to the needs of each formula and development stage.

Complete the application to tell us about your experience, skin profile, product interests and the perspective you could bring to a future testing round. Submission does not guarantee selection.

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