Sol de Janeiro reviews and discussion

4.4

92% of reviewers would recommend to a friend

Reviews mention

  • Addictive, tropical-gourmand scents
  • Silky, fast-absorbing textures
  • Compliment‑magnet, lingering fragrance
  • Playful, elevated packaging presentation
  • Overpowering, headache‑inducing fragrance
  • Inconsistent scent longevity
  • Underwhelming firming benefits
  • Insufficient hydration for dryness

Sol de Janeiro wins passionate reviews for intoxicating, tropical-gourmand scents like Cheirosa 62, 68, and the Brazilian Bum Bum Cream, with many praising long-lasting fragrance, silky textures, and a sensorial, elevated experience. Reviews also flag meaningful drawbacks: scents can be overpowering or migraine‑inducing, hydration and firming benefits vary, longevity can be inconsistent across mists, and the fragrance load irritates some sensitive skin.

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136 reviews and posts

  • I must be one of the few people who is not a fan of this brand. I find their products to be way overpriced but its the level of fragrance that I can't get behind. They are just so overpowering that it starts to give me a headache.

  • I have been a Sol De Janeiro fan for over 10+ years, since well before it became mainstream and trendy. It all started with the bum bum cream! Their customer service has always been exceptional, as have their products. I have turned my sisters and my niece into Sol de Janeiro fans. We love everything from their perfumes to their body lotions. The perfumes are long lasting and the body lotions provide an ample amount of hydration. There is no going wrong with these products! I am excited to gift my sister the duo that is pictured.

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  • I got the Coco Cabana Cream as a gift from a friend and the smell was amazing. I can't use it on my body because I have sensitive skin in certain areas (body, face, and neck) but it works as a great everyday hand lotion.

  • Sol de Janeiro Rosa Charmosa Dewy Cream leaves skin so soft and luminous. The hydration is real. My only note is the Cheirosa 91 scent is intense, so a little goes a long way. Still a repurchase for me.

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  • Sol de Janeiro is pure joy in a brand. Everything feels sensory, warm, and intentionally indulgent. Right now, Delícia Drench and Cheirosa 59 are my favorite scent combo. Delícia Drench leaves my skin deeply hydrated and smooth without feeling heavy, and Cheirosa 59 is such a cozy, slightly sweet, addictive fragrance. Together they layer beautifully and make my skin smell incredible all day. What I love about Sol de Janeiro overall is how they blend skincare performance with fragrance. The products don’t just smell good, they actually leave my skin feeling soft, nourished, and cared for. The packaging is fun but still elevated, and the experience feels luxurious without being overly complicated. It’s one of those brands that turns everyday routines into something you look forward to.

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  • Sol De Janeiro is one of my favorite brands! My favorite scent is 48 or 68, they both are absolutely amazing. I use them daily and love them. The scent lasts quite awhile. It also lasts such a long time.

  • Sol de Janeiro never disappoints with their iconic scents! The new mist line featuring rose passionfruit and honey caramel is a perfect combination of fruity and floral scents.It instantly brings you to a beachy tropical vacation! It gives me sexy sultry vibes and reminds me of fun summer times. The scent is surprisingly powerful and very long lasting.

    Received a free product from Sol de Janeiro
  • This is my favorite scent! I have a bunch of the new sol scents and this one is mine and my bfs favorite. I like to use it on my hair and clothes and it maintains a scent very long just like a legit perfume. Highly recommend.

  • It smells great! It's now a part of my daily routine. It's very smooth and makes my skin look bright and wonderful. I wear it on my legs for a natural shiny look. One or two dollops is enough for your body. It's small but it lasts me a long time. I definitely recommend it!

  • Rich, but smells sooooo strong . If you want to smell like a tanning salon, its a nice product. To omuch for me

  • I recently received a mini of this cream as part of a beauty gift and I love it! The smell, the texture and how quickly it absorbs. I'm not sure if I would purchase it myself, but I see the hype!

  • The scent of the Rio Sunset Glow Oil is really nice! It reminds me of the beach as a kid. And the color gives a lovely glow at first. But it feels greasy on the skin and doesn’t fully absorb, which makes it uncomfortable to wear for long. It’s also a bit too sparkly for me- more shimmer than subtle sheen.

  • I think they simply might be too “gourmand” of a scent profile to me, but I did enjoy the sample of the body butter. Not enough to repurchase at full size at full price, however, and the mist I finished although gifted to me by a friend.

  • Big fan of sol de janeiro! I don’t care if it’s glorified bath and body works, I love it. The purple one (59) is my all time favorite especially during the summer. It stays on my clothes and smells delicious and warm.

  • This body scrub from Sol de Janeiro is heavily scented. I like how the lotion and other products in this line smells but it gives my husband who is very sensitive to scent a headache. I had to stop using it due to his complaints.

  • I tried this for awhile and didn’t like it but I decided to give it a chance again and it’s just kinda meh. I know that SDJ gets a lot of love but for me it’s just an okay brand. I didn’t find anything particularly special about this scent, it’s your typical fruity body mist that you can get at like BBW for a cheaper price. I know they get a lot of love but the longevity is practically nonexistent. I guess they’re very hit or miss and for me it was unfortunately a big miss. I think that the bottle is kinda cute tho.

  • From the first use, this shower oil felt more like a spa indulgence than a standard body wash. The texture is unique, it starts as a lightweight oil and transforms into a gentle, creamy foam on wet skin. I found that my skin felt noticeably softer and looked smoother right out of the shower. I didn’t get the usual squeaky finish I often expect from body washes, rather, my skin felt hydrated and comfortable even before applying lotion. The scent is an added bonus: warm and inviting with notes of vanilla orchid, sugared violet, sandalwood, and vetiver. The fragrance lingers pleasantly on skin and fabrics. Because it’s richer than many standard body washes, if your skin is very oily or you prefer ultra-matte finishes, this might feel a bit too indulgent.

  • The scents are immaculate and last a decent amount of time for a splash although not much if you compare with high-end perfumes. The formulation on the deodorant leaves white streaks on clothes, and doesn’t cover all the funky smells but does smell great.

  • The scent of this deodorant is absolutely divine—warm, tropical, and just as addictive as the brand’s cult-favorite body mists. The texture glides on smoothly, with no tugging or residue, and feels luxurious for a deodorant. That said, while I wanted it to be my holy grail, I did notice that my natural odor started to peek through by mid-day. It’s a beautiful sensory experience, but if you need strong, all-day odor control, this may work better for lighter days or layering with another product.

  • Esta loción de Sol de Janeiro huele increíble, con el icónico aroma 62 que es dulce y cálido. La textura es ligera pero nutritiva, deja la piel suave, brillante y con un olor que dura todo el día. 💛 El body splash de Sol de Janeiro en aroma 62 es adictivo—una mezcla dulce de pistacho y vainilla que huele tropical y cálida. Es perfecto para usarlo solo o encima del perfume para potenciar el aroma.💛💛💛