• Sorella Apothecary Blueberry Milk Moisturizer
  • Sorella Apothecary Blueberry Milk Moisturizer
  • Sorella Apothecary Blueberry Milk Moisturizer
  • Sorella Apothecary Blueberry Milk Moisturizer
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Sorella Apothecary Blueberry Milk Moisturizer

$92.00
$92.00
Bestseller
Leaping bunny certified

Sorella Apothecary Blueberry Milk Moisturizer — antioxidant-rich daily moisturizer with two forms of vitamin C, retinyl palmitate, and a ten-botanical brightening complex

Size: 3 oz / 88ml

What it does for your skin

A lightweight yet genuinely nourishing daily moisturizer that layers antioxidant protection, brightening, and hydration in a single step. Blueberry extract anchors a ten-fruit and botanical complex — raspberry, blackberry, grape, apple, apricot, olive, mulberry, amla, vanilla, and green tea — alongside two forms of vitamin C, retinyl palmitate, oligopeptide-51, jojoba esters, and licorice root. The kind of moisturizer clients fall in love with on texture alone and then discover it's been transforming their skin for weeks.

Key benefits

  • Blueberry extract — anthocyanin antioxidants among the most potent in the plant kingdom
  • Two forms of vitamin C (Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate + Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate) brighten at multiple depths
  • Ten-botanical antioxidant and brightening complex from berries, fruits, and botanicals
  • Oligopeptide-51 firms and reduces the appearance of fine lines
  • Retinyl Palmitate supports cell renewal gently at the moisturizer step
  • Imperata Cylindrica (cogon grass) root draws and retains deep moisture
  • Squalane, jojoba esters, and aloe provide layered barrier nourishment
  • Licorice root calms redness and supports even tone
  • Mulberry and amla provide additional tyrosinase-inhibiting brightening
  • Lightweight milk texture absorbs fully — no residue
  • Leaping Bunny certified cruelty-free

Best for

Normal, dry, combination, and sensitive skin types focused on antioxidant protection, brightening, and anti-aging. Works beautifully as a standalone daily moisturizer for clients who want a comprehensive formula that covers hydration, brightening, and gentle anti-aging in one step. Also excellent layered under SPF for a complete morning protocol.

How to use

Apply morning and/or evening after serum has fully absorbed. Use a small amount — press gently into skin rather than rubbing. Follow with SPF 50 in the morning. Contains retinyl palmitate — always use SPF when using vitamin A products.

Jasmine's note

“Every once in a while a moisturizer comes along that clients fall in love with on texture alone — and then discover it actually works. This is that moisturizer. The blueberry antioxidants are genuinely protective and the ten-botanical complex makes this one of the most antioxidant-dense daily moisturizers I carry. I've reordered this more times than I can count. What I appreciate most is the vitamin C pairing — Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate penetrates deeply while Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate works at the surface, so you're getting brightening at every level of the skin rather than just the top layer. That's sophisticated formulation in a moisturizer clients love to use every day.”

Key ingredients

  • Vaccinium Angustifolium (Blueberry) Fruit Extract — the hero ingredient; wild blueberry is one of the most antioxidant-rich foods known; its anthocyanins and polyphenols protect skin cells from free radical damage, UV oxidative stress, and the environmental pollution that accelerates aging in urban environments like Los Angeles
  • Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate — the most stable and deeply penetrating form of vitamin C; oil-soluble so it crosses the skin barrier effectively; converts to active ascorbic acid within the skin; brightens, stimulates collagen production, and protects against oxidative damage
  • Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate — a stable water-soluble vitamin C derivative that works at the skin surface; brightens, inhibits melanin production, and provides antioxidant protection in the aqueous layer of the formula; pairs with Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate to provide vitamin C activity at every skin depth
  • Oligopeptide-51 — a targeted peptide that firms skin and reduces the appearance of fine lines; adds a genuine anti-aging dimension to what might otherwise be a purely antioxidant formula
  • Retinyl Palmitate — a gentle vitamin A ester that supports cell renewal over time; at the moisturizer step this is a gentle, daily-use form appropriate for all skin types including sensitive
  • Imperata Cylindrica Root Extract (Cogon Grass) — drought-resistant grass root that draws and retains moisture deep in the skin through potassium ion concentration; a powerful humectant found in multiple Lira Clinical formulas for the same reason
  • Rubus Idaeus (Raspberry) Leaf Extract — rich in ellagitannins and polyphenols; antioxidant and anti-inflammatory; natural UV protective properties
  • Rubus Fruticosus (Blackberry) Fruit Extract — anthocyanins and vitamin C; antioxidant protection and brightening
  • Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Fruit Extract — OPCs (oligomeric proanthocyanidins) — among the most potent plant antioxidants known; also anti-inflammatory and collagen-protective
  • Phyllanthus Emblica (Amla) Fruit Extract — one of the most vitamin C-rich plants known; potent antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and brightening; found in multiple professional brightening formulas for its tyrosinase-inhibiting properties
  • Morus Alba (Mulberry) Leaf Extract — natural tyrosinase inhibitor for brightening and dark spot fading; works synergistically with the two forms of vitamin C
  • Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate (Licorice Root) — calms redness, reduces inflammation, and provides additional brightening through glabridin
  • Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract — catechins provide potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory protection
  • Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract — rich in malic acid and antioxidants; gently brightening and skin-conditioning
  • Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Fruit Extract — vitamins A and C with skin-softening properties
  • Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract — natural antioxidant with calming skin properties; contributes to the formula's warm botanical scent
  • Olea Europaea (Olive) Leaf Extract — oleuropein is a powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory; supports barrier function
  • Sodium Hyaluronate — draws and retains moisture for lasting hydration
  • Squalane — skin-identical non-comedogenic emollient that strengthens barrier and absorbs without residue
  • Jojoba Esters — hydrolyzed jojoba wax that conditions the skin barrier and gives the formula its silky texture
  • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice — soothes, calms, and provides surface hydration
  • Tocopherol (Vitamin E) — works synergistically with both forms of vitamin C for enhanced antioxidant protection

Complete your routine

  • Cleanse first with: Sorella Orange You Jelly Cleanser (preceded by Melt Away Cleansing Ritual if wearing makeup or SPF)
  • Layer serum underneath: Sorella Pomegranate Acai Antioxidant Serum in the morning for a concentrated antioxidant base before this moisturizer — the two together create a comprehensive antioxidant protocol
  • For brightening: Sorella Lemon Lightening Serum or Face Reality GlowTone Corrective Serum before this moisturizer on evenings focused on hyperpigmentation
  • For hydration boost: Sorella Main Squeeze Hydrating Serum or Face Reality HydraRemedy before moisturizing on dehydrated days
  • Always finish AM with: Sorella Tinted Dew Drops SPF 50 or Face Reality powerMineral SPF 50 — mandatory with any formula containing vitamin C or retinyl palmitate
  • Evening upgrade: On evenings when you want more active anti-aging, use Face Reality Retinal B3 Serum or Lira Clinical PRO Retinal-Plus before this moisturizer — the Blueberry Milk seals in the treatment beautifully

Frequently asked questions

Why does this moisturizer have two forms of vitamin C?

Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate and Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate work at different depths and through different mechanisms. Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate is oil-soluble and penetrates the lipid barrier deeply. Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate is water-soluble and provides sustained surface brightening and antioxidant protection. Using both in the same formula means vitamin C activity throughout the full depth of the skin rather than at just one level. It's the same logic behind using multiple forms of hyaluronic acid — different forms reach different places.

What makes blueberry extract special compared to other antioxidants?

Wild blueberry has one of the highest measured antioxidant capacities (ORAC values) of any food or plant extract. Its anthocyanins — the compounds that create the deep blue-purple color — are particularly effective at neutralizing the specific free radicals generated by UV exposure and urban pollution. For clients in Los Angeles dealing with both high UV and air quality challenges year-round, a moisturizer built around blueberry antioxidants is not just pleasant — it's genuinely protective on a daily basis.

Is this moisturizer enough on its own or do I need a serum underneath?

It depends on your skin concerns and what you are trying to achieve. As a standalone daily moisturizer for someone focused on maintenance, antioxidant protection, and general skin health — it is genuinely comprehensive. For clients working on specific concerns like significant hyperpigmentation, active aging, or deep dehydration, layering a targeted serum underneath maximizes results. The two-form vitamin C and ten-botanical complex make this a serious formula — not just a basic moisturizer with a beautiful texture.

Can I use this if I have oily skin?

Yes — the lightweight milk texture absorbs fully without leaving residue. Squalane and jojoba esters are both non-comedogenic and appropriate for oily skin. The formula is not heavy enough to cause congestion in oily skin types when used in an appropriate amount. Start with a very small quantity — a little goes a long way — and adjust based on how your skin responds.

Full ingredient list

Water, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Glycerin, Squalane, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Dimethicone, PPG-12/SMDI Copolymer, Sodium Hyaluronate, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Cetyl Palmitate, Sorbitan Palmitate, Jojoba Esters, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Vaccinium Angustifolium (Blueberry) Fruit Extract, Imperata Cylindrica Root Extract, Phyllanthus Emblica Fruit Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Morus Alba Leaf Extract, Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract, Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract, Rubus Idaeus (Raspberry) Leaf Extract, Rubus Fruticosus (Blackberry) Fruit Extract, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Fruit Extract, Olea Europaea (Olive) Leaf Extract, Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Fruit Extract, Tocopherol, Retinyl Palmitate, Oligopeptide-51, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Hydroxide, Caprylyl Glycol, Carbomer, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene Glycol, Alcohol, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Polyacrylamide, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Laureth-7, Disodium EDTA.

Sorella Apothecary Blueberry Milk Moisturizer
Sorella Apothecary Blueberry Milk Moisturizer
Sorella Apothecary Blueberry Milk Moisturizer
Sorella Apothecary Blueberry Milk Moisturizer