Few beauty brands have captured the carefree spirit of summer quite like Sol de Janeiro. Known for its addictive fragrances, body-positive philosophy, and iconic Brazilian Bum Bum Cream, the brand has become a global phenomenon — dominating social feeds, bestseller lists, and vacation packing guides, and helping turn body care into a category every bit as exciting as skincare and fragrance.
Founded in 2015 by Heela Yang, Marc Capra, and Camila Pierotta, Sol de Janeiro was inspired by the vibrant culture, confidence, and beach lifestyle of Brazil. The name translates to “Sun of January,” a nod to Rio de Janeiro at the height of the Brazilian summer. The founders believed beauty should be fun, sensory, and inclusive — centered on joy and loving the skin you’re in, rather than chasing perfection.
The magic goes beyond that instantly recognizable packaging and those tropical scents. Sol de Janeiro pairs effective, Brazil-sourced ingredients with luxurious textures and fragrance-forward formulas that turn everyday body care into a full sensory escape.
The Brazilian Ingredients Behind the Glow
- Cupuaçu Butter — rich in fatty acids that deeply nourish and moisturize.
- Guaraná Extract — naturally caffeine-rich, used to help skin look firmer and smoother.
- Açaí Oil — packed with antioxidants that support healthy-looking skin.
- Coconut Oil — helps soften and condition skin.
- Brazilian Nut Oil — rich in selenium and nourishing fatty acids.
10 Bestsellers to Try Now
Vacation in a bottle — the summer-conjuring products worth the hype.
Brazilian Bum Bum Cream
The product that launched a global obsession. Fast-absorbing guaraná, cupuaçu butter, and coconut oil smooth and hydrate skin — all wrapped in the iconic Cheirosa 62 pistachio and salted caramel scent.
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Cheirosa 62 Perfume Mist
If summer had an official fragrance, this might be it. Notes of pistachio, salted caramel, vanilla, and jasmine petals make Cheirosa 62 the brand’s signature scent and a social-media favorite.
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Delicia Drench Body Butter
Designed for very dry skin, this rich body butter delivers intense hydration while helping strengthen the skin barrier — yet absorbs beautifully and leaves skin feeling silky soft.
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Brazilian 4 Play Moisturizing Shower Cream-Gel
This luxurious body wash turns shower time into a spa-like ritual. The creamy formula cleanses without stripping skin and leaves behind the brand’s signature scent.
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Beija Flor Elasti-Cream
A favorite for smoother, firmer-looking skin. Plant collagen and cacay oil support the look of elasticity while delivering long-lasting hydration.
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Cheirosa 68 Perfume Mist
One of the brand’s most viral fragrances. Brazilian jasmine, pink dragonfruit, and sheer vanilla create a bright, fruity-floral scent that feels youthful and playful.
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Bom Dia Bright Body Cream
This exfoliating body cream uses fruit AHAs and vitamin C-rich ingredients to help improve the look of texture and boost radiance — a go-to for rough or dull skin.
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Rio Radiance SPF 50 Body Spray
A summer must-have: lightweight, fast-absorbing broad-spectrum SPF 50 that’s water-resistant up to 40 minutes, infused with coconut water and niacinamide for hydrated skin and a subtle glow.
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Brazilian Kiss Cupuaçu Lip Butter
A nourishing lip treatment with cupuaçu butter, açaí oil, and coconut oil to deeply moisturize, soften, and protect lips — finished with a subtle glossy sheen.
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Brazilian Joia Strengthening + Smoothing Shampoo
Helps repair damage, smooth frizz, and enhance shine while leaving hair wrapped in Sol de Janeiro’s signature scent — especially welcome after sun, saltwater, and chlorine.
Shop NowIn just over a decade, Sol de Janeiro has gone from an emerging startup to a worldwide sensation — combining effective ingredients, unforgettable fragrances, and a message of confidence and self-celebration to create products that truly feel like a vacation in a bottle.
Whether you’re after a signature scent, deeply hydrating body care, or a routine that feels a little more luxurious, there’s something here for everyone. Shop Sol de Janeiro at eCosmetics →
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