Sol de Janeiro is Portuguese for "the sun of January." Why? It's the peak of summer in Brazil, and the brand's warm and bright fragrances are designed to capture just that.
Of course, Sol de Janeiro is best known for its Bum Bum body cream, its allure due in no small part to its addictive caramel vanilla scent. But that’s not the only mouthwatering scent to come out of the brand.
Sol de Janeiro has since launched seven “cheirosa” perfume mists, named after a Portuguese word specific to Brazil that describes someone who always smells good. They all skew gourmand, with fragrance notes referencing the edible—think coconut, dragon fruit, and toasted macadamia. And though sweet and fruity, Sol de Janeiro scents are light and playful, not cloying. They’re the kind of scents that come to the surface when you run your fingers through your hair.
Want to see for yourself? Here are five of Sol de Janeiro's best scents to start with.
Our Top Picks Best Overall: Sol de Janeiro Brazilian Crush Cheirosa at Amazon ($38) Jump to Review Best Floral Scent: Sol de Janeiro Cheirosa 87 Rio Radiance at Amazon ($24) Jump to Review Best Woody Scent: Sol de Janeiro Delícia Drench™ Perfume Mist at Amazon ($24) Jump to Review Best Amber Scent: Sol de Janeiro Cheirosa 40 Bom Dia Bright Perfume Mist at Amazon ($38) Jump to Review Best Fruity Scent: Sol de Janeiro Cheirosa 68 Perfume Mist at Amazon ($24) Jump to Review
Best Overall
Sol de Janeiro Brazilian Crush Cheirosa
$38 at Amazon $24 at Sephora $38 at Ulta
The brand's signature scent is an intoxicating blend of vanilla and salted caramel, with top notes of pistachio and almond. It's sweet but not sickeningly so—it goes on light and remains surprisingly subtle for such a gourmand fragrance. You'll recognize the scent from the brand's Bum Bum cream (if not its recent popularity on TikTok).
Best Floral Scent
Sol de Janeiro Cheirosa 87 Rio Radiance
$24 at Amazon $24 at Sephora View on Soldejaneiro.com
The aptly named Rio Radiance will transport you right to the beach with top notes of coconut milk and warm sand. The vanilla and amber base add warmth, while floral notes (tuberose and ylang-ylang) lighten things up. I love that it evokes the beach without referencing sunscreen and stays true to the Sol de Janeiro scent family with a gourmand profile.
Best Woody Scent
Sol de Janeiro Delícia Drench™ Perfume Mist
$24 at Amazon $24 at Sephora View on Soldejaneiro.com
One of the more nighttime-leaning scents in the Sol de Janeiro portfolio, Delícia Drench features sugary top notes of violet and plum expertly balanced with a woody base of sandalwood and vetiver. It's sophisticated, yet totally uplifting.
Best Amber Scent
Sol de Janeiro Cheirosa 40 Bom Dia Bright Perfume Mist
$38 at Amazon $24 at Sephora $24 at Ulta
Boom Dia Bright features Sol de Janeiro's usual fruity and floral top notes, but an amber base of warm musk and vanilla woods adds depth and sensuality. The fruitiness comes from black amber plum and cassis—two sultry, unexpected fruits. This scent isn't just one thing; it evolves with every whiff and will have you coming back for more.
Best Fruity Scent
Sol de Janeiro Cheirosa 68 Perfume Mist
$24 at Amazon $24 at Sephora View on Soldejaneiro.com
Fruity, juicy, and unapologetically floral, Cheirosa 68 is a tropical treat. Dragonfruit and hibiscus are balanced by saltier notes that evoke seaside air. It feels youthful and bright.