Understanding Fragrance in Skincare
As service providers, we love hearing our clients “ooh and aah” at the sensation of our products while enjoying a facial. While formulating Sorella, Danielle and Emily wanted to create a luxe sensory experience paired with result-driven actives. With that in mind, there are many misconceptions about synthetic and natural fragrance in the beauty industry. […]
How To Eliminate Breakouts
Keep it simple to avoid the pimple! Have you ever asked your esthetician about their journey to glowing skin? It is not uncommon to hear that they too experienced acne, and was inspired to help others achieve clear skin. Before you panic over a breakout and make a DIY spot treatment, consider these tips […]
What Is The Deal With Serums
Serums are all the rage, but what is their role in skincare? Serums have concentrated active ingredients that address specific skin concerns making them one of the most results-driven products in your regimen. We have the perfect line-up to build this step into your routine while keeping it simple! Application: You can layer, let me […]
Why SPF is the best investment towards healthy aging!
As Estheticians, we have heard it all: “I need a base tan before my vacation” or “I tan naturally, so I don’t use SPF.” We have been there and understand the temptation to get a sun-kissed glow. However, many of us overindulge sun exposure in summer months and expect to reverse the damage come fall […]
What is Melasma?
Have you heard of melasma, but never knew how it differed from sunspots? The chronic condition, often referred to as the pregnancy mask, primarily affects women and those with darker skin tones. Melasma appears as patchy dark spots across areas such as the forehead, upper lip, bridge of the nose, and cheeks. Treating the pigmentation […]
Summer Skin Do’s and Don’ts
Seasonal Skin: When the seasons and temperatures change, your skincare needs to also evolve! Moving into warmer temperatures, heat and sweat naturally stimulate the skin, causing it to produce more oil and may be the perfect opportunity for breakouts to occur. For those who experience dry skin, you might enjoy some extra oil for a […]
The Other “Mask” and Treating Your Skin Underneath It
Before you put a mask on: Be sure that your mask is clean. This sounds simple, but just like you wash your pillowcases to prevent breakouts, you will want to keep these masks free of bacteria. There are disposable masks available, and many of the reusable face masks are washable. Now is not the time […]
What is Exfoliation?
What does it mean to exfoliate? We are talking about removing dead skin cells from the surface of your skin. Our body does this naturally by pushing dead cells up to the surface while new fresh cells are created (cell turnover). You know the term “baby soft” skin? Baby skin will renew itself every […]
Skin Recovery While you Sleep
We have some great news for you. You can help your skin in a big way by SLEEPING!!! You have probably heard the term “Beauty Sleep” and we are here to tell you it is real. The skin uses sleep hours to heal itself from the day’s damage. During the day our skin is in protect mode […]
Help! I’m breaking out!
Number one piece of advice… DO NOT PICK! One more time for everyone in the back… DO NOT PICK! As tempting as it is to want a quick fix or spot treatment, take a moment to think of your face as a whole. Picking will only prolong the time to heal and could even leave […]
Cheers to another year!
Birthdays are so incredibly special. It’s the time when you focus on yourself and celebrate just being alive! Today marks Sorella’s third anniversary! We are so grateful for what we have accomplished in 3 years. Sorella Apothecary debuted at the NYC Spa Show in 2017. Both co-founders described their first time exhibiting as exciting […]
Tinted Magic – Soft, voluminous, with a pop of color
Introducing our newest product: The Tinted Lip Hydrator in three new shades! We’ve taken our cult-favorite, Avocado Oil Lip Hydrator and added the perfect hint of color. With Spring on the horizon, now is the time to decide how you want to spend it! Feeling like a gorgeous hue of pink? A perfect shine for […]
Rose Quartz Stones & Their Benefits
Have you tried a Rose Quartz Stone massage?! It feels amazing AND it’s great for your skin. Rose Quartz Stones have an amazing ability to reduce inflammation & support the renewal of skin cells, plus they heal & rejuvenate the skin’s surface. By improving the heart and overall circulation, the stones bringing oxygen to skin’s […]
Masks Overview
Skincare Makes the Perfect Stocking Stuffer!
Need stocking stuffer ideas for yourself or a loved one? We have you covered! 1. Need the ULTIMATE stocking stuffer? Our Avocado Oil Lip Hydrator is it! We promise you that you will fall in love with this lip product and your life will be changed! Buy three for every nook and cranny of your […]
Host or Hostess Gifts for the Holidays!
Don’t show up empty-handed! Take your host or hostess something just for them on Thanksgiving! . . We have some great ideas for you! Papaya & Pumpkin Mask Smells just like the holidays & is a great treat for someone who just hosted a big event & needs to relax! A mask is something people […]
Professional Versus Market Skincare
What’s the difference between a professional skincare line & a line sold at Sephora or the grocery store? Sorella is a high performance, professional-grade skin care line sold by estheticians-but what exactly does this mean? Here are a few reasons you should stick to professional products! 1. Professional products are PACKED with concentrated, high-quality ingredients. […]
How Can I Avoid Wrinkles?
We love this topic. Let’s chat! While wrinkles are a natural part of the aging process, (you EARNED those smile lines!) there are things you can do to reduce or minimize their appearance. Our #1 BIGGEST tip for anti-aging? WEAR A SUNSCREEN Lecture time: If you are spending $$$ on skincare, rubbing in retinol every […]
Is Your Sunscreen Polluting the Ocean and Your Health?
If you’ve read the news lately, you have heard that Hawaii banned the sale of chemical sunscreens containing the ingredients oxybenzone & octinoxate. According to the Huffington Post, “…the chemicals are thought to be harmful to the ocean’s coral reefs. The ingredients can potentially increase coral’s susceptibility to bleaching, and up to 14,000 tons of […]
A Before & After you HAVE to See to Believe!
BYE Dark circles! Hellooooo Yogurt Kale Eye Concentrate Check out this amazing before and after from our Sorella Partner, Eleve Spa! Packed with peptides and greens, this eye cream is a powerhouse for fighting dark circles and fine lines! Shop it here
Ingredient spotlight: Avocado Oil
Let’s Learn: Add some avocado oil to your life!
Become your own Alchemist!
Love getting creative with your skincare routine? Check out this awesome video that shows you how to combine your Sorella Facial Nectar with our Grapefruit Polishing Power to make an awesome exfoliating cleanse. (no sound on video)
Don’t be Afraid of Acids!
Acids sound scary, but they are an essential part of any skincare routine. They can offer very specific results when used properly. Find out more below!
Get to know Lactic Acid
Lactic Acid WHAT IS IT? Lactic Acid is an Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA) that is derived from milk. It is naturally occurring in our own bodies every single day. It has many benefits and has been widely used for skin for many years. Think of Cleopatra in her famous milk baths! Some Benefits of Lactic […]