Irene Chong is the founder and formulator of Sage & Ylang, a microbiome-friendly skincare brand dedicated to sensitive skin and sustainable beauty. A former Singapore Registered Nurse and certified Pastiche Skin Consultant, she combines clinical knowledge with years of skincare training across Australia, the UK, and Singapore. Her journey began with a personal mission to help her daughters manage their skin challenges, which evolved into a purpose-led brand grounded in clean, green formulation. Irene’s “less-is-more” philosophy focuses on supporting the skin’s natural microbiome using gentle, sustainable ingredients—championing products that are as kind to the planet as they are to the skin.