My name is Brooke and I’m the founder of Black Moon Botanica, a magical shop nestled in the historic heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town, Scotland. I’ve been making candles since I was a teenager, with a lifelong interest in natural magic and ancient traditions, and studied Herbology at the Royal Botanic Gardens Edinburgh.

My dream was to open a store that could offer an eclectic and personally curated collection of beautiful tarot, artwork, sustainably sourced crystals, herbs, books, and most importantly, handmade artisan candles. Situated on historic Candlemaker Row, I’ve brought candlemaking back to its original home from the 1600s. The location is of personal significance for me, as several generations of my family lived directly above the shop.

Since opening Black Moon Botanica in early 2019, we’ve weathered the challenges of the pandemic and continue to thrive. In November 2023, we expanded internationally with a new shop in the centre of Amsterdam, and in September 2024, we opened another store on Thistle Street in Edinburgh’s New Town.

I now run the business with my partner, Pieter-Paul, and together we handcraft candles, wax melts, perfume oils, bath soaks, herbal blends, and more. With the help of our small, dedicated team, we look forward to welcoming you to one of our magical locations!