Beauty recommendations on TikTok can be hit or miss, particularly when it comes to the best fragrances (to say the least). However, one brand’s line of scents that creators and beauty editors can’t get enough of is Sol de Janeiro’s perfume mists. Why? Because they smell impressively expensive.
Sales stats reflect the buzz these scents are getting on social, with Lookfantastic reporting the brand as a key driver for its year-on-year growth in vanilla perfumes. Cheirosa 62 Perfume Mist even took the top spot for being the most popular perfume on the site last year.
And now? There's a new Sol de Janeiro perfume mist on the scene. Yes, Sol de Janeiro Cheirosa 59 is here, and Executive Beauty Editor Shannon Lawlor, says it's her favourite scent yet.
And speaking of which, trust me when I say other beauty insiders can't get enough of these perfumes mists, either. Not only do they smell impressively expensive, they are also well loved for their bright, sunny blends that can lift any mood. In fact, some beauty editors and influencers cite these mists as some of their favourite scents ever—competing with eau de parfums ten times their price.
With now six scents in the Sol de Janeiro perfume mist family, there's something for everyone. We’ve put all of the Sol de Janeiro perfume mists to the test, giving you the lowdown on each one.
1. Sol de Janeiro Cheirosa '59 Perfume Mist
The latest launch from Sol de Janeiro, Cheirosa '59 is unlike many of the other perfume mists the brand has come out with. Void of any of the sweet, sunny vibes, this one is skin-like and warming, like cashmere blankets and warm, fluffy towels. It is skin-like, musky and has a little sweetness to it that keeps you going back for more. The only criticism? The matching Delicia Drench Body Butter has the same scent but, in Executive Beauty Editor Shannon's opinion, smells slightly more expensive, due to the fact the perfume mist has a slightly artificial-smelling element.
2. Sol de Janeiro Brazilian Crush Cheirosa '62 Perfume Mist
This is the scent in which everyone associates with Sol de Janeiro—the scent of the brand's famous Bum Bum Cream, which many beauty enthusiasts know and love. It's deliciously sweet, uplifting and full of summer fun. It's ultra long-lasting, especially if you first layer on your Bum Bum cream and then spritz this over the top.
3. Sol de Janeiro Brazilian Crush Cheirosa '71 Perfume Mist
This one is a true gourmand, instantly enveloping with caramel, sweet vanilla, white chocolate and macadamia. The initial burst is impressively strong with just one mist (so bear this in mind for close quarters), but it does settle down on the skin where the coconut and sea salt come through. This is definitely one of the more dessert-like fragrance mists so one to try before you buy if you're not yet sure on gourmands.
4. Sol de Janeiro Brazilian Crush Cheirosa '68 Perfume Mist
Now, this is the one that people often use as a placeholder for a certain famous fragrance: Maison Francis Kurkdjian's Baccarat Rouge 540. Although, of course, the fragrances cannot be compared with the attention that goes into eau de parfums, the likeness is somewhat there. It's fruity, fresh and easy to wear. It doesn't last as long as some of the other scents do though.
5. Sol de Janeiro Rio Radiance Perfume Mist (limited edition)
If elevated sunscreen scents are your thing then this is right up your street. It's a true summery fragrance with notes of coconut, tuberose (which settles really nicely on the skin) and warm sand (yep, that's a note). In short, it transports you to a beach destination.
6. Sol de Janeiro Brazilian Crush Cheirosa '40 Perfume Mist
Out of the bunch, this one seems the easiest to wear, so if you're blind buying, and you like a traditional sweet floral scent, pick this one. With notes of vanilla, plum and cassis opening and musk and woody notes at the base, it's a lovely mix which can be worn year round. It's a great middle-ground between being long lasting and fine to wear in close quarters.
