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Mist-Me After-Sun

Mist-Me After-Sun
DARLING
Benefits
  • Hydrating
  • Anti-Redness
  • Anti-Inflammatory
  • Barrier-Strengthening
  • Antioxidant
  • Nourishing
  • Anti-Wrinkle
  • Brightening
  • Sculpting
  • Cellular Anti-Ageing
  • Regenerating
  • Scar-Repairing
  • Post-Sun Repair

The DARLING Mist-Me After-Sun is a feather-light, pH-balanced cooling spray lotion formulated to instantly soothe, hydrate and repair sun-exposed and sun-damaged skin. It delivers calming, antioxidant and barrier-restoring actives in a mist that absorbs effortlessly without residue.

Aloe Leaf Juice provides immediate calming, anti-inflammatory and moisturising relief to stressed skin, while Physalis Angulata Extract — rich in Withanolides — delivers potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant protection, neutralising free radicals and reinforcing the skin's barrier after UV exposure. Menthol provides an instant cooling sensation that soothes discomfort and reduces redness.

Macadamia Nut Oil nourishes and replenishes with essential fatty acids, Panthenol (Pro-Vitamin B5) hydrates and supports regeneration, and Arginine protects against glycation while boosting collagen synthesis. Vitamin E, Sigesbeckia Orientalis Extract and Ginkgo Biloba further soothe, protect and support recovery — leaving the skin soft, refreshed and visibly revitalised.

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The DARLING Mist-Me After-Sun is a feather-light, pH-balanced cooling spray lotion formulated to instantly soothe, hydrate and repair sun-exposed and sun-damaged skin. It delivers calming, antioxidant and barrier-restoring actives in a mist that absorbs effortlessly without residue.

Aloe Leaf Juice provides immediate calming, anti-inflammatory and moisturising relief to stressed skin, while Physalis Angulata Extract — rich in Withanolides — delivers potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant protection, neutralising free radicals and reinforcing the skin's barrier after UV exposure. Menthol provides an instant cooling sensation that soothes discomfort and reduces redness.

Macadamia Nut Oil nourishes and replenishes with essential fatty acids, Panthenol (Pro-Vitamin B5) hydrates and supports regeneration, and Arginine protects against glycation while boosting collagen synthesis. Vitamin E, Sigesbeckia Orientalis Extract and Ginkgo Biloba further soothe, protect and support recovery — leaving the skin soft, refreshed and visibly revitalised.

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More Info

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

Sun-Exposed Skin

Sun-Damaged Skin

Dehydrated Skin

Red Cross
Not For you if

Essential Oil Intolerance


Not sure? Consult an expert.

How to Apply
Spray liberally onto the body from a distance of 10–15 cm and gently massage until evenly distributed.
Ingredients

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

Aqua (Water, Eau), Glycerin, Cetearyl Isononanoate, Ceteareth-20, Cetearyl Alcohol, Polysorbate 20, Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Juice, Physalis Angulata Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Sigesbeckia Orientalis Extract, Panthenol, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract, Tocopherol, Arginine, Menthol, Glyceryl Stearate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside, Ceteareth-12, Cetyl Palmitate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Cetearyl Sulfate, Potassium Sorbate, Citric Acid, Parfum (Fragrance), Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Sodium Benzoate, Benzyl Alcohol, Phenoxyethanol, Terpineol, Amyl Salicylate, Methyl Salicylate, Linalyl Acetate, Geranyl Acetate.

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 feather-light mist that absorbs effortlessly.

About the Brand
Brand logo
Founded in 2018 in Modena by Ilenia Gebennini and Alberto Giacobazzi, Darling set out to make sunscreen desirable and effortless. Blending Italian design with skincare-level nourishment and advanced UV protection, the brand delivers high-performance formulas with a seamless, non-greasy finish. This approach turned SPF into a cult-status ritual celebrated worldwide.

We love Darling for reimagining sun protection as skincare. Powered by advanced chemical filters, their formulas glide on seamlessly, leaving a silky texture and a natural, healthy glow that feels like a second skin. These next-generation filters also provide high, stable protection, making Darling not only effective but also beautifully wearable every day. Unlike traditional sunscreens, it delivers protection you’ll actually want to wear.

Darling is powered by next-generation chemical filters, including Uvinul T150, Uvinul A Plus, and Tinosorb S. These advanced actives convert UV rays into heat, delivering stable, broad-spectrum protection against both UVA and UVB damage. Lightweight and sheer, they blend seamlessly into the skin and are suitable for even sensitive types. Non-irritating and environmentally friendly, these filters make Darling’s suncare both high-performing and effortlessly wearable.

The Benefits

  • - + Hydrating
  • - + Anti-Redness
  • - + Anti-Inflammatory
  • - + Skin Barrier Strengthening
  • - + Antioxidant
  • - + Nourishing
  • - + Anti-Wrinkle
  • - + Brightening
  • - + Sculpting
  • - + Anti-Ageing (Glycation-Focused)
  • - + Regenerating
  • - + Scar-Repairing
  • - + Reduces Trans Epidermal Water Loss
  • - + Post-Sun Repair
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.

Anti-Redness

Anti-Redness skincare is all about reducing and preventing facial or body redness, which can result from irritation, skin conditions, compromised barriers, and hormonal changes. A targeted approach with multiple strategies works best for tackling redness. Anti-Redness formulations include active ingredients that soothe and strengthen your skin barrier. Their anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties calm inflammation and protect against environmental irritants. Additionally, these ingredients have vasoconstrictive properties, meaning they reduce blood vessel dilation to lessen redness. Together, these actions help achieve a more even-toned, balanced complexion that's less prone to redness flare-ups.

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.

Skin Barrier Strengthening

Strengthening your skin barrier involves replenishing the key elements in the top layer of your skin (stratum corneum), leading to a stronger and healthier barrier. These essential elements include lipids (ceramides, fatty acids, and cholesterol) and Natural Moisturizing Factors (amino acids, hyaluronic acid, etc.). Various factors, such as incorrect skincare use, seasonal changes, and aesthetic treatments, can damage your skin barrier. When this happens, your skin loses excess water through Trans Epidermal Water Loss (T.E.W.L) and becomes less capable of defending against environmental stressors, resulting in dryness, sensitivity, and irritation.\n\nA healthy skin barrier is crucial for overall skin health as it helps prevent hydration loss, protects against environmental damage, and reduces the risk of skin conditions like eczema and acne. By strengthening your skin barrier, you ensure your skin remains well-hydrated, resilient, and protected.

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

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.

Anti-Wrinkle

Anti-wrinkle products work to smooth out fine lines and wrinkles by boosting collagen and elastin, essential proteins that keep your skin glowing. Collagen helps reduce wrinkle depth, while elastin shortens their length. Keeping your skin hydrated is crucial, as dehydration can make wrinkles more noticeable. For smooth, bouncy skin, ensure you stay well-hydrated and use products that promote collagen and elastin production.

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.

Sculpting

Lifting is all about visibly firming and tightening skin that shows signs of sagging. As we age, our skin produces less collagen and elastin, the proteins that keep it firm and elastic. Sun exposure and pollution make this worse, leading to a sagging appearance. Lifting products work by creating a tightening film on your skin for an immediate lift, while also rejuvenating it over time. These actives stimulate collagen production and improve skin tone and elasticity, helping to restore facial contours and enhance overall firmness.

Anti-Ageing (Glycation-Focused)

One of the lesser-known yet fundamental drivers of visible ageing is glycation, a process where circulating sugars in the skin bind to collagen and elastin fibres, causing them to stiffen, lose flexibility, and develop a yellowish cast over time. As these fibres cross-link, the skin’s support network becomes compromised, reducing its ability to resist mechanical stress. This leads to wrinkles, loss of firmness, slower repair capacity, and a dimmer, uneven radiance.

Formulations targeting glycation work to interrupt this process at its source while simultaneously supporting the skin’s natural ability to renew and protect its structural proteins. By helping preserve the quality and organisation of collagen and elastin, they reinforce the dermal matrix, enhance tensile strength, and improve how light reflects at the surface. Over time, this results in visibly smoother, plumper, and more resilient skin, with a restored luminosity that signals true skin health.

Regenerating

Regenerating skincare actively stimulates the formation of new, healthier skin, working in alignment with the skin’s innate renewal processes. Central to this are growth factors—effectively encouraging the development of new skin tissue. Peptides complement this by acting as targeted messengers guiding the skin to rebuild with greater strength and structural integrity. Stem cell–derived actives further support this environment by delivering protective and regenerative signals that optimize cellular function and renewal. While these mechanisms are synonymous with advanced anti-ageing—improving firmness, elasticity and overall skin quality—they are equally valuable in addressing scarring, as they promote tissue repair, accelerate regeneration and help restore a smoother, more even skin surface.

Scar-Repairing

Anti-Scarring skincare targets the textured scars left by acne breakouts. These scars form due to inflammation disrupting collagen and elastin fibres leading to uneven healing and indented areas. Anti-Scarring actives harness growth factors and exfoliating actives to stimulate cell repair and regeneration, optimising the skin's healing process to reduce scar formation. They also effectively diminish older scars, improving overall skin texture and leaving you with a smoother complexion and significantly reduced scar visibility.

Reduces Trans Epidermal Water Loss

Reducing Trans Epidermal Water Loss (TEWL) is key to maintaining your skin’s optimal hydration levels. By strengthening your skin’s natural barrier, these ingredients prevent water from escaping, keeping your skin well-hydrated and plump. The result is a smoother, more supple complexion with improved texture and resilience, giving you a healthier, more radiant look.

Post-Sun Repair

Post-sun skin repair is all about soothing inflammation and restoring your skin’s natural barrier after UV exposure. Ingredients with calming, antioxidant-rich, and barrier-repairing properties help reduce redness, sensitivity, and dehydration. These ingredients not only calm sun-stressed skin but also accelerate healing, improve moisture retention, and prevent long-term damage. Incorporating post-sun repair products into your routine supports recovery, enhances resilience, and maintains your glow.

  • - + Hydrating
  • - + Anti-Redness
  • - + Anti-Inflammatory
  • - + Skin Barrier Strengthening
  • - + Antioxidant
  • - + Nourishing
  • - + Anti-Wrinkle
  • - + Brightening
  • - + Sculpting
  • - + Anti-Ageing (Glycation-Focused)
  • - + Regenerating
  • - + Scar-Repairing
  • - + Reduces Trans Epidermal Water Loss
  • - + Post-Sun Repair

Active Ingredients

  • - + Aloe Leaf Juice
  • - + Physalis Angulata Extract
  • - + Menthol
  • - + Macadamia Nut Oil
  • - + Panthenol (Pro-Vitamin B5)
  • - + Arginine
  • - + Vitamin E
  • - + Sigesbeckia Orientalis Extract
  • - + Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract
  • - + Glycerin
Aloe Leaf Juice

Aloe Leaf Juice has a long history of use for its calming, anti-inflammatory, and hydrating effects on the skin. Its versatility makes it suitable for all skin types, especially beneficial for dehydrated, weakened, and sensitive skin.

Physalis Angulata Extract

Physalis Angulata Extract, derived from the wild Ground Cherry, is rich in Withanolides that deliver powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant benefits. It helps reduce redness, soothe irritation, and protect against free radical damage, particularly after sun exposure. By supporting the skin’s natural recovery and reinforcing the barrier, it leaves the skin calm, balanced, and visibly more resilient.

Menthol

Sigesbeckia Orientalis Extract is a botanical active rich in Darutoside, a compound known to support tissue repair and anti-inflammatory response. It helps soothe irritation, accelerate epidermal regeneration, and strengthen the skin barrier, making it ideal for calming and restoring compromised or sensitised skin. Its reparative action enhances skin resilience, texture, and overall recovery after environmental or mechanical stress.

Macadamia Nut Oil

Macadamia Nut Oil, cold-pressed for maximum efficacy, is rich in Fatty Acids that offer strong nourishing, replenishing, skin softening and healing benefits for the skin.

Panthenol (Pro-Vitamin B5)

Panthenol, also known as Pro-vitamin B5, is a potent humectant renowned for its exceptional hydrating, repairing, and soothing qualities. When applied to the skin, Panthenol converts to Coenzyme A, an enzyme crucial for skin regeneration. Its versatile benefits and compatibility with all skin types make Panthenol a preferred choice for replenishing and fortifying dehydrated and compromised skin.

Arginine

Arginine is a naturally occurring amino acid found in the skin that facilitates healing and repair processes. It acts as a hydrating and collagen-boosting active, supporting collagen synthesis for firmer, plumper skin. In addition, Arginine helps to protect against glycation, a process in which sugars bind to collagen and elastin fibres, causing them to stiffen and lose elasticity. Its antioxidant properties further help neutralise free radicals, reducing oxidative and glycation-related stress to effectively combat signs of premature ageing and maintain a smoother, more resilient complexion.

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.

Sigesbeckia Orientalis Extract

Sigesbeckia Orientalis Extract is a botanical active rich in Darutoside, a compound known to support tissue repair and anti-inflammatory response. It helps soothe irritation, accelerate epidermal regeneration, and strengthen the skin barrier, making it ideal for calming and restoring compromised or sensitised skin. Its reparative action enhances skin resilience, texture, and overall recovery after environmental or mechanical stress.

Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract

Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract is rich in flavonoids and terpenoids, potent antioxidants known to neutralise free radicals and reduce oxidative stress. Its anti-inflammatory properties help minimise redness and calm irritation, making it especially beneficial for sensitive or sun-exposed skin. Additionally, it supports microcirculation, enhancing skin vitality and resilience over time.

Glycerin

Glycerin is a potent humectant commonly used in skincare for its powerful hydrating properties. It works by attracting water molecules from the atmosphere and retaining them in the deeper layers of the skin, effectively boosting hydration reservoir. This helps to plump up the skin, resulting in reduced dehydration lines and a soft, supple complexion.

  • - + Aloe Leaf Juice
  • - + Physalis Angulata Extract
  • - + Menthol
  • - + Macadamia Nut Oil
  • - + Panthenol (Pro-Vitamin B5)
  • - + Arginine
  • - + Vitamin E
  • - + Sigesbeckia Orientalis Extract
  • - + Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract
  • - + Glycerin
Physalis Angulata Extract

Physalis Angulata Extract, derived from the tropical wild Ground Cherry, is a high-performance botanical active known for its potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Naturally rich in Withanolides, bioactive lactones with immunomodulatory and cytoprotective effects (can be removed if too complex), this extract plays a key role in calming and restoring skin affected by oxidative and environmental stress.

Particularly beneficial after sun exposure, Physalis Angulata helps regulate inflammatory mediators that cause redness and discomfort, while neutralising free radicals responsible for cellular damage and premature ageing. It also supports the skin’s natural repair mechanisms, helping to reinforce barrier function and improve overall skin resilience.

With continued use, this botanical delivers visible benefits in reducing sensitivity, improving comfort, and enhancing the skin’s ability to recover from external stressors—making it an ideal ingredient in post-sun and restorative skincare.

Spotlight

Physalis Angulata Extract

Physalis Angulata Extract, derived from the tropical wild Ground Cherry, is a high-performance botanical active known for its potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Naturally rich in Withanolides, bioactive lactones with immunomodulatory and cytoprotective effects (can be removed if too complex), this extract plays a key role in calming and restoring skin affected by oxidative and environmental stress.

Particularly beneficial after sun exposure, Physalis Angulata helps regulate inflammatory mediators that cause redness and discomfort, while neutralising free radicals responsible for cellular damage and premature ageing. It also supports the skin’s natural repair mechanisms, helping to reinforce barrier function and improve overall skin resilience.

With continued use, this botanical delivers visible benefits in reducing sensitivity, improving comfort, and enhancing the skin’s ability to recover from external stressors—making it an ideal ingredient in post-sun and restorative skincare.

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

    Mist-Me After-Sun

    £32

    The DARLING Mist-Me After-Sun is a feather-light, pH-balanced cooling spray lotion formulated to instantly soothe, hydrate and repair sun-exposed and sun-damaged skin. It delivers calming, antioxidant and barrier-restoring actives in a mist that absorbs effortlessly without residue.

    Aloe Leaf Juice provides immediate calming, anti-inflammatory and moisturising relief to stressed skin, while Physalis Angulata Extract — rich in Withanolides — delivers potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant protection, neutralising free radicals and reinforcing the skin's barrier after UV exposure. Menthol provides an instant cooling sensation that soothes discomfort and reduces redness.

    Macadamia Nut Oil nourishes and replenishes with essential fatty acids, Panthenol (Pro-Vitamin B5) hydrates and supports regeneration, and Arginine protects against glycation while boosting collagen synthesis. Vitamin E, Sigesbeckia Orientalis Extract and Ginkgo Biloba further soothe, protect and support recovery — leaving the skin soft, refreshed and visibly revitalised.

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