Who says you need to book a flight to Rio — or blow your beauty budget — to get that sun-kissed, tropical glow in 2026?
Sol de Janeiro’s cult-favourite Brazilian Crush Cheirosa 62 Perfume Mist and the iconic Brazilian Bum Bum Cream are still dominating #PerfumeTok and summer fragrance roundups thanks to their addictive pistachio, salted caramel and vanilla scent. But while the beachy vibes are unmatched, the price point? Not so dreamy.
With fragrance layering, body mists and gourmand scents trending harder than ever in 2026, more beauty lovers are searching for affordable Sol de Janeiro dupes that deliver the same creamy, tropical aroma — without the premium price tag.
L360 have rounded up the best Sol de Janeiro alternatives that smell just as delicious, leave skin silky-smooth, and cost up to 91% less. From long-lasting tropical body sprays to glow-boosting body lotions, these budget-friendly finds bring serious summer energy all year round.
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Zara Pink Flambé EDT (£15.99 for 90ml) vs Sol de Janeiro Cheirosa 48 Perfume Mist (£24 for 90ml)
A moment for the bottle. Not only does Pink Flambé (amazing name) smell remarkably like 48, but we actually prefer the sassy, hot pink bottle.
Both these scents have a citrussy top note, paired with an airy orchid. This is one we’ll reach for again and again this spring.
M&S Midnight Blossom Eau De Toilette (£10 for 100ml) vs Sol de Janeiro Cheirosa 59 Perfume Mist (£24 for 90ml)
Few scents sell quite as well as 59, which is seen as the more sophisticated, grown up spritz of the collection. M&S’s Midnight Blossom is a near-perfect match, boasting a lot of the same fragrance notes.
The vanilla paired with the violet notes make both these perfumes floral, not flowery. The blend of white jasmine and tuberose meeting sensual and musky amber make it the perfect date night scent.
Garnier Body Superfood, Nutri Glow Body Cream Vitamin C and Mango (£9.99 for 380ml) vs Sol de Janeiro Brazilian Bum Bum Body Cream (£48 for 240ml)
Few products have garnered a spot in the beauty hall of fame quite as fast as Bum Bum Cream. The award-winning formula came out of relative obscurity to become a viral success, firmly planting Sol de Janeiro as a brand to watch.
However, Garnier’s tub of creamy goodness, which is 79% cheaper than Sol de Janeiro’s with 140ml more product, is a great contender for budget beauty fanatics.
The blend of vitamin C and mango hydrates and conditions dry skin for up to 48 hours, and the formula absorbs instantly without leaving behind a clammy or oily residue.
But it’s the brightening properties, coming from the vitamin C, which align it with Bum Bum Cream, as it adds a natural healthy glow to even dull skin.
Buy from Look Fantastic is £9.99.
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Aldi’s Lacura Tropical Essence 28 Body Mist (£2.99 for 90ml) vs Sol de Janeiro Cheirosa 68 Perfume Mist (£24 for 90ml)
Dr Kubanych Takyrbashev, health and wellness adviser at Nao, an organic superfoods company, says: “While both aim for a warm, tropical fragrance, the Cheriosa 68 boasts a complex blend with notes of vanilla, salted caramel and pistachio, creating a gourmand experience. Aldi’s Tropical Essence 28 leans towards a simpler, fruity-floral scent, reminiscent of coconut and vanilla.
“The longevity and projection might also differ, with the Cheriosa 68 potentially having a longer-lasting, more noticeable fragrance due to higher perfume oil concentration or different formulations.”
That said, Lacura’s version is a more cost-effective way to liberally spray yourself with a fruity scent, thanks to its £2.99 price point, while the original product costs £24 in Boots.
While fun and perfect for summer, these budget-friendly body mists are exactly that — light and fleeting.
You’ll need to reapply throughout the day to maintain that holiday scent, whereas the original Sol de Janeiro product offers a longer-lasting, more sophisticated formulation.
Buy in-store in Aldi while stocks last.
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Coco & Eve Sunny Honey Antioxidant Glow Shimmer Body Oil (£28 for 100ml) vs Sol de Janeiro GlowMotions Glow Body Oil (£35 for 75ml)
These products are Brazilian sunshine in a bottle.
Like Sol de Janeiro’s bestselling body oil, Coco & Eve’s focuses on the antioxidant properties, both protecting and nourishing the skin.
Both are also infused with shimmery minerals to catch the light and give the illusion that you’re glowing, while also being fast-absorbing to ensure you’re soft — but never greasy.
Buy from Look Fantastic for £28.
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Space NK Caribbean Shores Body Scrub (£16 for 200ml) vs Sol de Janeiro Bum Bum Scrub (£39 for 220g)
Space NK’s offering scrubs up well, boasting scents of juicy mandarin, creamy coconut and exotic jasmine, as well as sandalwood and caramel — all key fragrances in Sol de Janeiro’s original.
However, instead of sugar crystals and crushed cupuaçu seeds, Space NK’s version exfoliates with silica-rich bamboo extract. You’ll still end up with silky skin, but the texture of the scrub is decidedly smoother than Sol de Janeiro’s.
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Treaclemoon Brazilian Love Shower & Bath Gel (£1.99 for 500ml) vs Sol de Janeiro Brazilian 4 Play Moisturising Shower Cream-Gel (£23 for 385ml)
Treaclemoon’s gel, which you can buy from Boots, smells identical to Sol de Janeiro – but is a whopping 91% cheaper.
Enjoy the caramel and pistachio scent as either a body wash or add it to your bath for a scent-filled soak.
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Sanctuary Spa Signature Natural Oils Ultra Rich Body Oil Spray (£9 for 150ml) vs Sol de Janeiro Bum Bum Body Firmeza Oil (£52 for 100ml)
Although Sanctuary’s body oil doesn’t have the same fragrance notes as Sol de Janeiro’s, the strength of the smell will leave it clinging to your skin all day.
Like the Firmeza Oil, Sanctuary’s blend of hydrating gold pleasure oil and olive oil leaves skin intensely nourished and ultra-soft with a healthy glow.
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Feature image: Sol de Janeiro
