Pioneering thoughtful skincare through holistic formulation.
Anahit Markosian is an Armenian-American physicist and researcher who has always had a passion for and fascination with nature, clean beauty, and aromatherapy.
When she was a little girl, she would save up her lunch money to buy botanical postcards that were very rare at that time in Soviet Armenia. Many years later, when Anahit abandoned her physics career for software engineering, moving her family to California, she became interested in gardening and the power of medicinal herbs and essential oils.
The idea for Nairian was born when Anahit was driving through the mountains of Armenia on a family road trip. Drawing inspiration from the uninhibited biodiversity of the countryside, the nation’s storied tradition of herbalism, and her personal connections to scientific research institutions both in Armenia and Silicon Valley, Anahit decided to risk everything and pursue her dream of synthesizing natural beauty with organic chemistry. Together with her family, Anahit moved back to her homeland and began working with a team of scientists and creatives to establish Nairian’s eco-farm, developmental lab, and elegant showrooms. Within a decade, Nairian grew to be a flourishing business that operates across several continents, selling its products around the globe.
Today Anahit remains committed to sustainable business and agricultural practices as she consults companies of all sizes that focus on clean and ethical beauty. Channeling her expertise as a scientist and certified aromatherapist into every formula, she is constantly seeking new innovations and applications for natural ingredients. Social and environmental responsibility are critical to her formulation philosophy, which is why Anahit is also committed to building relationships with local growers and fostering sustainable farming culture.
As Anahit’s vision has become a reality over the years, her work has evolved and concentrated more and more on creating authentic natural cosmetic products that help drive the global shift towards ethical consumption.
Nairian Skincare
Founded by Anahit in 2012, Nairian is an ethical skincare brand that prepares its comprehensive collections seed-to-bottle on a sustainable farm in Armenia’s windswept highlands. With hand-harvested ingredients, local essential oils, and aromatherapy-inspired formulas, every Nairian skincare solution is thoughtfully cultivated to foster holistic self-care and beauty for all.