The Ultimate Guide to Sol de Janeiro: TikTok’s Favourite Body Care Brand

You’ve definitely seen Sol de Janeiro line up the shelves at your nearest Sephora. Those colourful tubs of body cream? The perfume mists that everyone on TikTok swears by? But before it became the internet’s favourite body care obsession, Sol de Janeiro was already making waves with its luxurious textures, addictive scents, and feel-good philosophy.

Launched in 2015, Sol de Janeiro (which translates to "Sun of January" in Portuguese) is all about celebrating your body with confidence—just like the sun-soaked beaches of Brazil. Founder Heela Yang was inspired by the unapologetic self-love she witnessed in Rio, where people of all shapes and sizes embraced their bodies with pride. That moment led to the creation of a brand that’s as much about feeling good as it is about smelling incredible. Safe to say the obsession isn’t slowing down anytime soon.

The Fragrance Collection: Scents That Capture the Spirit of Brazil

If you’re wondering how to navigate their stunning packaging to choose the right body mist for you, know that each Sol de Janeiro fragrance tells a story, drawing from Brazil’s rich culture and history. 

The brand splits its products into signature scent families, all named Cheirosa, a Portuguese word meaning "smelling delicious." Each one has its own distinct character, but they all have that feel-good, summery vibe the brand is known for. From sweet gourmand scents to fresh florals, there’s a signature mist designed just for you.

• Cheirosa 62: The scent that started it all. If you’ve tried the viral Brazilian Bum Bum Cream, you’ll recognise this warm, nutty fragrance. With notes of pistachio, salted caramel, and vanilla—basically, a holiday in a bottle.
• Cheirosa 68: A bright, floral-fruity mix of pink dragonfruit and Brazilian jasmine. Think of a hot summer’s day in full bloom. Sweet, fresh, and ever so slightly tropical!
• Cheirosa 40: A playful mix of black amber plum, crème de cassis, vanilla, and jasmine blooms. It’s a little fruity, a little musky, and just the right amount of sweet.
• Cheirosa 71: A rich, comforting scent with caramelised vanilla, toasted macadamia nut, and tonka bean, paying tribute to Brazilian actress Leila Diniz.
• Cheirosa 76 is bold and velvety, designed to stand out. It ignites the dazzling 1976 discotheque era of Brazil opening with black current, followed by midnight jasmine and lush freesia in amber woods. It’s like Rio, but at night! 

That’s not all! Sol de Janeiro often brings in fresh body mists to Singapore and drops special, limited-time scents on a regular basis. 

The Ultimate Sol de Janeiro Body Care Routines

Then again, Sol de Janeiro is so much more than just body mists. Cue the cult-favourite Brazilian Bum Bum Cream, with its rich, fast-absorbing formula that made everyone realise body care could be just as indulgent as skincare. 

The brand has further expanded with a line-up of body rituals designed to nourish, firm, and brighten your skin, all while leaving you smelling incredible. 

Brazilian Bum Bum Body Routine - For Firmer-Looking Skin

• Step 1: Cleanse with the Brazilian 4 Play Moisturising Shower Cream-Gel, infused with cupuaçu butter for a hydrating cleanse. Don’t forget about the Bum Bum Body Scrub, a soft-as-sand body scrub that gently exfoliates and moisturises with crushed Cupuaçu seeds and sugar crystals.
• Step 2: Apply the Brazilian Bum Bum Cream, powered by caffeine-rich guaranà extract to visibly firm and smooth skin.
• Step 3: Add the delicious Bum Bum Body Firmeza Oil to the mix! Apply all over your body, using circular motions to promote circulation and de-puffing.
• Step 4: Finish with a spritz of Cheirosa 62 Perfume Mist for that signature Sol de Janeiro scent.

Beija Flor Body Routine - For Plumper-Looking Skin

• Step 1: Wash with the Beija Flor Skin-Renewing Body Wash, enriched with vegan squalane to replenish moisture.
• Step 2: Moisturise with Beija Flor Elasti-Cream, which contains cacay oil (a gentle retinol alternative) and vegan collagen amino acids to boost elasticity.
• Step 3: Complete the routine with Cheirosa 68 Perfume Mist, a fresh and floral scent.

Bom Dia Bright Body Routine - For Brighter-Looking Skin

• Step 1: Use the Bom Dia Bright Clarifying AHA BHA Body Wash, packed with salicylic acid for a deep cleanse. You can also indulge in the Bom Dia Body Scrub, for exfoliating any dead skin build-up.
• Step 2: Apply Bom Dia Bright Body Cream, which features vitamin C and fruit AHAs to visibly even skin tone.
• Step 3: Lock in the radiance with Cheirosa 40 Perfume Mist, a warm and sensual floral fragrance.

Suncare, Haircare and Travel Sets 

Beyond the indulgent textures and well-loved scents Sol de Janeiro is loved for its clinically proven formulations and commitment to high-quality, nutrient-rich Brazilian ingredients. The brand champions body positivity, clean beauty (banning over 100 questionable ingredients), and ethical practices, making it a go-to for those who want effective skincare without compromise.

The brand has also expanded into suncare, with our favourite being the Rio Radiance Body Oil SPF 50. A limited-edition SPF 50 broad spectrum dry body oil that brightens and nourishes leaving behind a stunning shimmering glow. 

The Sol de Janeiro’s haircare range hits all the high notes especially with the popular Brazilian Joia™ Milky Leave-In Conditioner that leaves hair looking shiny and smelling great(obviously) all day.

Finally, travel junkies will want access to their Jet Set kits that come in Bom Dia Bright, Beija Flor, Delcia Drench and Bum Bum Summer Jet options. Each pack includes a mini shower gel, fragrance mist and body cream and are perfect for short getaways or as gifts to those you hold dear.

Sol de Janeiro is available at all Sephora stores and online on Sephora.sg

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