garden to palm

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garden to palm 〰️

A young person with short dark hair, tattoos on their arms, wearing a green tank top and white high-waisted pants, standing against a brick wall.

I’m Sage, the founder of tende.

I’m an organic chemist and cosmetic scientist by training, but also an artist and nature enthusiast at heart.

I started tende to create products that are both effective and intentional. Where every ingredient has a purpose, and nothing is added just to fill space.

garden to palm

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garden to palm 〰️

Mountain landscape with a turquoise lake and grassy hills, overcast sky.

No fillers. No preservatives. Just pure, purposeful ingredients and a slower, more intentional approach to care.

Tende is rooted in the belief that skincare and haircare can be minimal, powerful, and beautiful. Everything is grounded in science and made with plant-based ingredients that care for your body without compromising your health or the planet.

I live and formulate in the Hudson Valley, and Tende is deeply inspired by the natural landscape and community here. Supporting small-batch production and local business isn’t just a value, it’s a responsibility.