What do reviews say about firming?

One tester saw no firming at all; treat it as a moisturizer.

What do reviews say about scent?

Sweet vanilla-caramel scent that lingers; both experts note it.

What do reviews say about greasy?

Both testers say it sinks in fast without a greasy feel.

Beauty & Skincare · Moisturisers · 27,506 reviews · 3 sources

Sol de Janeiro Brazilian Bum Bum Cream

Best for: scent lovers wanting soft skinPremium

A buttery, fast-sinking body cream with a famous lasting scent. Experts saw no real firming for the price.

Tracking since Sep 2026

Buy if

You love sweet, lasting scents
You want quick-absorbing moisture

Skip if

You want real firming results
You prefer unscented products

How it scores

Texture9.0

Efficacy7.5

Value6.5

Price

$48 (8.1 oz, Ulta)

You pay for: Pricey for a body cream

Reviewed Sep 2026 · 0 new reviews since · score unchanged

What people love

Most mentioned by reviewers

Fast absorbingNo waiting to get dressed

Lasting hydrationSkin stays soft for hours

Signature scentSweet scent that lingers

What people complain about

Most mentioned by reviewers

PriceyCosts more than drugstore

Strong scentNot for scent-averse users

No firming seenTester saw no tightening

Reviewers disagree on

Feels and smells luxeFirming claim unproven

Alternatives

Same price · $48 (8.1 oz, Ulta)

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Sources

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