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Soothe-Me After-Sun Lotion

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Soothe-Me After-Sun Lotion

DARLING
Benefits
  • Soothing
  • Nourishing
  • Anti-Inflammatory
  • Hydrating
  • Antioxidant
  • Anti-Ageing
  • Brightening
  • Complexion-Unifying
  • Firming
The Darling Soothe-Me is a silky, fast-absorbing after-sun lotion designed to rehydrate, cool, comfort and rejuvenates sun-exposed skin. Ceramides retain moisture, Vitamin E provides antioxidant protection, and Coconut and Jojoba Oils replenish without greasiness. Aloe Vera, Chamomile, and Shea Butter soothe, soften, and restore.
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The Darling Soothe-Me is a silky, fast-absorbing after-sun lotion designed to rehydrate, cool, comfort and rejuvenates sun-exposed skin. Ceramides retain moisture, Vitamin E provides antioxidant protection, and Coconut and Jojoba Oils replenish without greasiness. Aloe Vera, Chamomile, and Shea Butter soothe, soften, and restore.
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£37 £41
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More Info

  • - + Who it is for
  • - + How to Apply
  • - + Ingredients
  • - + Smell & Texture
  • - + Who it is for
  • - + How to Apply
  • - + Ingredients
  • - + Smell & Texture
Who it is for
Green tick
For you if

Dehydrated Skin

Post-Sun Care

Sun Damage

Dull Skin

Dry Skin

Red Cross
Not For you if

Essential Oil Intolerance


Not sure? Consult an expert.

How to Apply
Apply evenly to the body, gently massaging until fully absorbed. Ideal after sun exposure for a soothing and refreshing effect, contributing to the restoration of skin hydration. Also suitable for use as a daily moisturising body cream.
Ingredients

Scroll down the page for a full breakdown of the active ingredients.

Aqua (Water), Glycerin, Cetearyl Alcohol, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, PEG-8, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Equisetum Arvense Extract, Malva Sylvestris (Mallow) Flower/Leaf Extract, Ceramide AP, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ceramide NP, Ceramide EOP, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Phytosphingosine, Cholesterol, Isoamyl Laurate, Dimethicone, Xanthan Gum, Carbomer, Isoamyl Cocoate, Menthol, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Amyl Cinnamal, Terpineol, Citric Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum (Fragrance).


Please note: The ingredients listed in this product are subject to change as the formulation is updated. We aim to update the INCI list as soon as possible, but we encourage you to read the ingredient list on the product itself to ensure it's suitable for your personal use.

Smell & Texture

Smells Like: Tropical notes of Coconut, Tiaré and Monoi.

Texture: A lightweight lotion that is easily absorbing and non-greasy.

The Benefits

  • - + Nourishing
  • - + Antioxidant
  • - + Soothing
  • - + Hydrating
  • - + Firming
  • - + Anti-Inflammatory
  • - + Brightening
  • - + Complexion-Evening (Anti-Blotchiness)
Nourishing

Nourishing body care delivers deep comfort and softness through rich, replenishing textures. Formulated with oils, ceramides, and barrier-strengthening ingredients, these treatments restore essential lipids and hydration to improve resilience and suppleness. They instantly soothe dryness, smooth rough texture, and leave your skin feeling nurtured, calm, and visibly healthier. Well-nourished skin is more radiant, less reactive, and beautifully soft to the touch.

  • - + Nourishing
  • - + Antioxidant
  • - + Soothing
  • - + Hydrating
  • - + Firming
  • - + Anti-Inflammatory
  • - + Brightening
  • - + Complexion-Evening (Anti-Blotchiness)
Antioxidant

Antioxidant Protection shields your skin and preserves its youthful glow. It refers to a defence system that protects against harmful molecules and keeps your complexion healthy and radiant. Free radicals, those incredibly reactive molecules, come from everyday sources like sunlight, diet, smoking, and pollution. They attack healthy cells, accelerating skin ageing, causing wrinkles, loss of firmness, pigmentation, and dullness. Incorporating antioxidants, such as vitamins C and E, into your routine creates a protective shield on your skin. These powerful ingredients neutralise free radicals, preventing them from causing damage. The result is skin that stays youthful, firm, and luminous.

  • - + Nourishing
  • - + Antioxidant
  • - + Soothing
  • - + Hydrating
  • - + Firming
  • - + Anti-Inflammatory
  • - + Brightening
  • - + Complexion-Evening (Anti-Blotchiness)
Soothing

When your skin is sensitive or weakened due to genetics, skin conditions, using incorrect skincare products, or harsh weather, it needs extra care to repair and strengthening. Soothing ingredients with anti-inflammatory properties can reduce redness and irritation while strengthening the skin barrier, making it more resilient and protected against external aggressors.

  • - + Nourishing
  • - + Antioxidant
  • - + Soothing
  • - + Hydrating
  • - + Firming
  • - + Anti-Inflammatory
  • - + Brightening
  • - + Complexion-Evening (Anti-Blotchiness)
Hydrating

Hydration is all about the water content in your skin that keeps it supple and healthy. Humectants, ingredients with water-binding properties, deliver this hydration by attracting water molecules from the atmosphere. For the best results, apply hydrating serums right after a shower. Humectants not only replenish your skin's hydration but also enhance its water retention, creating a long-lasting hydration reservoir. Adding humectants like hyaluronic acid to your routine will restore your skin's healthy glow, minimize fine lines, and provide a plumping effect.

  • - + Nourishing
  • - + Antioxidant
  • - + Soothing
  • - + Hydrating
  • - + Firming
  • - + Anti-Inflammatory
  • - + Brightening
  • - + Complexion-Evening (Anti-Blotchiness)
Firming

Skin firming focuses on boosting your skin's elasticity and tightness to reduce sagging and wrinkles, leaving your skin looking firmer. This is done by stimulating fibroblasts to produce more elastin, the protein that helps your skin stretch and bounce back. To keep your skin firm longer, antioxidants protect these elastin fibres from free radical damage, which can cause early breakdown. This combined action helps maintain a youthful, resilient complexion.

  • - + Nourishing
  • - + Antioxidant
  • - + Soothing
  • - + Hydrating
  • - + Firming
  • - + Anti-Inflammatory
  • - + Brightening
  • - + Complexion-Evening (Anti-Blotchiness)
Anti-Inflammatory

Anti-inflammatory body care is designed to soothe, calm, and rebalance irritated or reactive skin. Using targeted actives that reduce inflammation, these formulas provide relief from redness, itching, and discomfort caused by conditions like eczema, keratosis pilaris, or post-shaving sensitivity. Inflammation is the body’s natural response to stress or damage, but when it lingers, it can weaken the skin barrier and trigger flare-ups. These calming treatments help restore balance by reducing swelling, reinforcing the skin barrier, and supporting the body’s natural healing processes for smoother, stronger, and more resilient skin.

  • - + Nourishing
  • - + Antioxidant
  • - + Soothing
  • - + Hydrating
  • - + Firming
  • - + Anti-Inflammatory
  • - + Brightening
  • - + Complexion-Evening (Anti-Blotchiness)
Brightening

Brightening your skin means restoring its natural glow. One of the best ways to do this is through exfoliation. By exfoliating, you promote faster skin cell turnover, replacing old, damaged cells with fresh, radiant ones. This keeps your skin looking vibrant and healthy.

  • - + Nourishing
  • - + Antioxidant
  • - + Soothing
  • - + Hydrating
  • - + Firming
  • - + Anti-Inflammatory
  • - + Brightening
  • - + Complexion-Evening (Anti-Blotchiness)
Complexion-Evening (Anti-Blotchiness)

Evening skin tone is all about reducing blotchiness and achieving a more uniform complexion. Skincare and body care products designed for this purpose use a blend of active ingredients, including soothing agents, anti-pigmentation compounds, antioxidants, and skin-restoring elements. These ingredients work together to diminish redness, inflammation, and pigment irregularities caused by inflammation, while also strengthening and protecting your skin against environmental irritants and future damage. This promotes healing and resilience, leaving your skin more balanced, radiant, and beautiful.

  • - + Nourishing
  • - + Antioxidant
  • - + Soothing
  • - + Hydrating
  • - + Firming
  • - + Anti-Inflammatory
  • - + Brightening
  • - + Complexion-Evening (Anti-Blotchiness)

Active Ingredients

  • - + Bilberry Extract
  • - + Chamomile Extract
  • - + Rosemary Extract
  • - + Shea Butter
  • - + Horsetail
  • - + Ceramides Complex
  • - + Jojoba Oil
  • - + Vitamin E
Bilberry Extract

Derived from Bilberry Berries, Bilberry Extract is a potent natural ingredient packed with antioxidants and beneficial natural acids, including AHAs, BHAs, and Ellagic Acid. AHAs and BHAs acids gently resurface and decongest the skin, while Ellagic Acid brightens and evens out skin tone, resulting in a smoother and clearer complexion. Its exfoliating properties, combined with protective antioxidants, help prevent visible signs of ageing, promoting a firmer, toned, and plump appearance. Bilberry Extract also supports microcirculation in the skin, revitalising it and boosting a healthy glow.

  • - + Bilberry Extract
  • - + Chamomile Extract
  • - + Rosemary Extract
  • - + Shea Butter
  • - + Horsetail
  • - + Ceramides Complex
  • - + Jojoba Oil
  • - + Vitamin E
Chamomile Extract

Chamomile Extract, derived from chamomile flowers, is one of the most potent anti-inflammatory actives. This gentle extract not only soothes and calms but also deeply nourishes and hydrates the skin. With its potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, it effectively heals and protects, promoting skin health and resilience.

  • - + Bilberry Extract
  • - + Chamomile Extract
  • - + Rosemary Extract
  • - + Shea Butter
  • - + Horsetail
  • - + Ceramides Complex
  • - + Jojoba Oil
  • - + Vitamin E
Rosemary Extract

Rosemary Extract provides soothing and protective benefits. Rich in antioxidants, it shields the skin from environmental damage while its anti-inflammatory properties calm and reduce irritation, promoting a healthy and balanced complexion.

  • - + Bilberry Extract
  • - + Chamomile Extract
  • - + Rosemary Extract
  • - + Shea Butter
  • - + Horsetail
  • - + Ceramides Complex
  • - + Jojoba Oil
  • - + Vitamin E
Shea Butter

Shea Butter is renowned for its deeply nourishing benefits. It helps to repair and strengthen a weakened skin barrier while enhancing water retention. It quickly replenishes and restores dry, dehydrated and fragile skins.

  • - + Bilberry Extract
  • - + Chamomile Extract
  • - + Rosemary Extract
  • - + Shea Butter
  • - + Horsetail
  • - + Ceramides Complex
  • - + Jojoba Oil
  • - + Vitamin E
Horsetail

Horsetail is a herbaceous plant rich in actives that help to stimulate key components within the dermis: Collagen, Elastin & Glycosaminoglycans such as Hyaluronic Acid. The stimulation of these components improves the skin's firmness, tone and hydration. Horsetail extract is also rich in antioxidants and boasts healing properties, ensuring the skin is protected against environmental aggressors and premature cell ageing.

  • - + Bilberry Extract
  • - + Chamomile Extract
  • - + Rosemary Extract
  • - + Shea Butter
  • - + Horsetail
  • - + Ceramides Complex
  • - + Jojoba Oil
  • - + Vitamin E
Ceramides Complex

Ceramides are lipids naturally found in our skin barrier. They play an essential role in preventing Trans epidermal Water Loss (TEWL) which is the loss of moisture through the skin, by restoring and maintaining healthy the skin's barrier function. Ceramides also enhance the skin's natural protection against environmental aggressors and irritants, helping to keep skin balanced and calm.

  • - + Bilberry Extract
  • - + Chamomile Extract
  • - + Rosemary Extract
  • - + Shea Butter
  • - + Horsetail
  • - + Ceramides Complex
  • - + Jojoba Oil
  • - + Vitamin E
Jojoba Oil

Jojoba Oil has a similar oil composition to human sebum (oil) This similarity allows it to replenish the hydro-lipidic film and regulate sebum overproduction, without clogging pores or creating a greasy feel. When applied to the skin, Jojoba Oil can trick the skin into thinking it has produced enough oil, thereby reducing excessive oil production. Additionally, it has anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties, making it ideal for congested, oily, and blemish-prone skin.

  • - + Bilberry Extract
  • - + Chamomile Extract
  • - + Rosemary Extract
  • - + Shea Butter
  • - + Horsetail
  • - + Ceramides Complex
  • - + Jojoba Oil
  • - + Vitamin E
Vitamin E

Vitamin E is a powerful oil-soluble antioxidant renowned for its excellent skin-protecting and replenishing properties. It helps prevent premature ageing by safeguarding skin cell membranes from damaging free radicals. Its nourishing qualities strengthen the skin barrier, enhancing resilience against environmental aggressors and improving water retention by reducing trans-epidermal water loss (TEWL). Additionally, Vitamin E has soothing effect thanks to it anti-inflammatory properties.

  • - + Bilberry Extract
  • - + Chamomile Extract
  • - + Rosemary Extract
  • - + Shea Butter
  • - + Horsetail
  • - + Ceramides Complex
  • - + Jojoba Oil
  • - + Vitamin E

Spotlight

Next Gen UV Filters

Next-gen UV filters provide broad-spectrum protection against UVA and UVB rays, which is crucial for preventing sunburn, premature ageing and skin cancer. These filters offer key benefits like enhanced stability and longer-lasting sun protection. Formulated to be more photostable, they remain effective even under extended sun exposure. Thanks to their gentler formulation, you’ll find they deliver reliable sun defence without irritation. Additionally, these filters are designed with eco-consciousness, reducing harm to marine ecosystems like coral reefs. This makes for a modern sunscreen option that’s safer for both skin and the environment, delivering superior, sustainable protection.

Why I love it

  • 'Beautifully fragranced, silky to apply and matt at absorption. Darling suncare is a complete pleasure to use on a daily basis!''

    X Natalie K-F

    Founder, Embassy of Beauty

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    DARLING

    Soothe-Me After-Sun Lotion

    £37 £41

    Silky and fast-absorbing, SOOTHE-ME is essential for rehydrating and soothing sun-exposed skin.

    Ceramides retain moisture and strengthen the skin's barrier, while Vitamin E offers antioxidant protection. Coconut and Jojoba oils replenish without greasiness. Enriched with Aloe Vera and Chamomile, it soothes and softens skin.

    Shea Butter adds restorative benefits. Darling's signature tropical fragrance of Coconut, Tiaré, Monoi, and white flowers makes this after-sun lotion a paradise in a bottle. 

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