Sol de Janeiro Brazilian Crush Cheirosa 62 Perfume Mist is a warm gourmand fragrance mist that combines creamy pistachio and almond with powdery heliotrope, jasmine petals, smooth vanilla, salted caramel, and sandalwood. Created by perfumer Jérôme Epinette, it became the signature scent associated with Sol de Janeiro’s Brazilian Bum Bum Cream and helped establish the brand’s recognizable sweet, sunny fragrance identity.
The fragrance opens with pistachio and almond before developing into a softly floral heart. Vanilla and salted caramel gradually create a warm, edible sweetness, while sandalwood gives the dry down a smooth and comforting finish.
Cheirosa 62 is especially appealing to women who enjoy sweet gourmand fragrances but want something more relaxed and versatile than a heavy evening perfume. It works beautifully for vacations, beach days, casual dates, shopping, travel, post-shower wear, fragrance layering, and everyday use throughout the year.
What Does Sol de Janeiro Cheirosa 62 Smell Like?
Sol de Janeiro Cheirosa 62 smells sweet, nutty, creamy, caramelized, vanilla-rich, warm, softly floral, woody, and beachy.
The fragrance opens with pistachio and almond.
Pistachio gives Cheirosa 62 its most recognizable quality. It smells creamy, warm, gently roasted, and lightly savory rather than like a sharp or artificial green pistachio candy.
Almond adds smooth nuttiness with a slightly marzipan-like sweetness. It reinforces the pistachio and helps create the fragrance’s immediately comforting gourmand character.
As Cheirosa 62 develops, heliotrope and jasmine petals become more noticeable.
Heliotrope creates a soft powdery effect with almond-like, vanilla-like, and floral facets. It connects the nutty opening to the sweeter vanilla-and-caramel base.
Jasmine petals add a light floral brightness. Jasmine does not dominate the fragrance or make it smell like a traditional white-floral perfume. Instead, it gives the composition enough lift to keep the gourmand notes from feeling completely dense.
The dry down combines vanilla, salted caramel, and sandalwood.
Vanilla creates smooth sweetness and a creamy texture.
Salted caramel adds warm caramelized richness with a subtle salty contrast. The salt helps prevent the fragrance from smelling like plain sugar or vanilla frosting.
Sandalwood provides a soft, creamy woody foundation. It gives the fragrance warmth and structure while helping the vanilla and caramel settle smoothly on the skin.
Overall, Cheirosa 62 smells like roasted pistachio and almond blended with powdery heliotrope, delicate jasmine, creamy vanilla, salted caramel, and warm sandalwood.
What Are the Notes in Sol de Janeiro Cheirosa 62?
Top Notes:
Pistachio, Almond
Heart Notes:
Heliotrope, Jasmine Petals
Base Notes:
Vanilla, Salted Caramel, Sandalwood
Pistachio and almond create the warm, creamy, nutty opening.
Heliotrope adds powdery sweetness, while jasmine petals introduce subtle floral brightness.
Vanilla and salted caramel create the fragrance’s signature gourmand dry down. Sandalwood adds smoothness and gentle woody warmth.
Is Cheirosa 62 for Men, Women, or Unisex?
Cheirosa 62 is primarily marketed as a fragrance for women.
Its pistachio, almond, vanilla, caramel, and softly floral character create a traditionally feminine gourmand profile.
However, the scent itself can be considered highly wearable by anyone who enjoys sweet, warm, nutty fragrances. Fragrance does not have strict gender rules, and Cheirosa 62 may also appeal to men who enjoy vanilla, caramel, almond, sandalwood, or beach-inspired gourmand scents.
It does not contain strongly feminine rose, powdery lipstick, or dense white-floral accords. Its main personality is warm, sweet, creamy, and comforting.
How Long Does Sol de Janeiro Cheirosa 62 Last?
Cheirosa 62 Perfume Mist typically lasts approximately three to six hours on skin.
Its performance is usually longer than a very light body splash but softer than a concentrated Eau de Parfum.
The pistachio and almond are strongest during the opening. Heliotrope and jasmine remain noticeable through the middle, while vanilla, salted caramel, and sandalwood form the lingering dry down.
On clothing or hair, the fragrance may remain detectable longer than it does directly on skin.
Performance can vary according to:
- Skin chemistry
- Number of sprays
- Temperature and humidity
- Skin moisture
- Application location
- Whether it is applied to hair or clothing
- Fragrance layering
- Individual sensitivity to vanilla and sandalwood
Applying Cheirosa 62 after moisturizing may improve its longevity. Layering it with Brazilian Bum Bum Cream or another unscented body moisturizer can also help the fragrance adhere to the skin.
Because it is a perfume mist, reapplication during the day is normal and expected.
How Strong Is the Projection?
Cheirosa 62 has moderate projection immediately after application and softer projection as it dries down.
A generous initial application creates a noticeable cloud of pistachio, caramel, vanilla, and sandalwood.
The fragrance generally settles into a closer, more personal scent after approximately one to two hours.
Its projection depends heavily on how it is used. A few sprays will create a soft personal fragrance, while a full head-to-toe application can create a much more noticeable trail.
Cheirosa 62 is ideal for someone who wants an approachable gourmand scent rather than an extremely powerful room-filling perfume.
What Fragrance Family Is Cheirosa 62?
Cheirosa 62 belongs primarily to the gourmand fragrance family.
It also displays amber, vanilla, nutty, floral, caramel, and woody characteristics.
Its primary scent qualities include:
- Gourmand
- Sweet
- Nutty
- Vanilla
- Caramel
- Creamy
- Powdery
- Warm
- Woody
- Softly floral
- Beachy
- Comforting
Pistachio and almond create the nutty identity, while heliotrope and jasmine soften the composition. Vanilla, salted caramel, and sandalwood form the warm base.
What Seasons Is Cheirosa 62 Best For?
Cheirosa 62 can be worn throughout the year.
Summer: Excellent
Spring: Excellent
Fall: Excellent
Winter: Very good
Summer is closely connected to the fragrance’s Brazilian beach inspiration. Pistachio, salted caramel, vanilla, and sandalwood create a warm, sun-kissed effect that works beautifully for vacations, pool days, beach outings, and warm evenings.
Spring highlights the fragrance’s lighter floral and nutty qualities.
Fall is also an excellent season because almond, vanilla, caramel, and sandalwood feel comforting as temperatures cool.
During winter, Cheirosa 62 remains warm and cozy, although someone seeking a powerful cold-weather perfume may prefer the more concentrated Eau de Parfum or may layer the mist with matching body products.
Is Cheirosa 62 Better for Daytime or Nighttime?
Cheirosa 62 works well during both the daytime and nighttime.
Its cheerful and relaxed personality makes it especially suitable during the day for:
- Beach outings
- Vacations
- Shopping
- Travel
- Brunch
- Running errands
- Casual lunches
- Post-shower wear
- Pool days
- Weekend activities
Its vanilla, salted caramel, pistachio, and sandalwood also allow it to transition naturally into:
- Casual dates
- Movies
- Relaxed dinners
- Outdoor evening events
- Summer parties
- Informal nights out
- Cozy evenings
For formal evening events or occasions requiring greater longevity and projection, the Eau de Parfum may be the better choice.
What Occasions Should Cheirosa 62 Be Worn For?
Cheirosa 62 works especially well for:
- Everyday wear
- Beach days
- Vacations
- Pool days
- Shopping
- Travel
- Brunch
- Running errands
- Casual dates
- Movies
- Informal dinners
- Summer parties
- Post-shower fragrance
- Gym-bag refreshes
- Fragrance layering
- Relaxed evenings
- Gift giving
Its approachable gourmand personality makes it easy to wear without requiring a formal occasion.
What Age Range Is Cheirosa 62 Best Suited For?
Cheirosa 62 is especially popular with teenagers and younger adults, but it has no true age restriction.
Women in their teens and twenties may enjoy its playful sweetness, social-media popularity, accessible perfume-mist format, and colorful presentation.
Women in their thirties, forties, and beyond may appreciate it as a casual fragrance, vacation scent, layering product, post-shower mist, or relaxed alternative to heavier gourmand perfumes.
Its pistachio, caramel, and vanilla character feels youthful, but the sandalwood and heliotrope provide enough warmth and smoothness to make it wearable across age groups.
Is Cheirosa 62 Office Appropriate?
Yes. Cheirosa 62 can be office appropriate when applied moderately.
Its sweet gourmand profile may become noticeable in small rooms, so the number of sprays should be adjusted to the environment.
For office wear, use approximately three to five sprays:
- One spray on each side of the neck
- One or two sprays on the chest
- One optional light spray on clothing
Use fewer sprays in:
- Medical environments
- Airplanes
- Small meeting rooms
- Fragrance-sensitive workplaces
- Shared offices
- Close customer interactions
Because it is a perfume mist rather than a powerful Eau de Parfum, it can be easy to control when applied carefully.
Is Cheirosa 62 Good for Dates?
Yes. Cheirosa 62 is a very good fragrance for casual dates and relaxed romantic occasions.
Pistachio and almond create a warm and inviting opening. Vanilla and salted caramel add sweetness, while sandalwood gives the dry down a creamy skin-like warmth.
It works especially well for:
- Coffee dates
- Lunch dates
- Movie dates
- Beach dates
- Casual dinners
- Vacation dates
- Outdoor summer dates
- Relaxed evenings
- Informal celebrations
Cheirosa 62 creates an impression that feels:
- Sweet
- Warm
- Playful
- Approachable
- Comforting
- Flirtatious
- Beachy
- Delicious
For a formal dinner or extended evening event, layer the mist with matching body products or use the concentrated Eau de Parfum.
Is Cheirosa 62 a Safe Blind Buy?
Cheirosa 62 is a relatively safe blind buy for people who enjoy sweet gourmand fragrances.
It may be a good blind buy if you enjoy:
- Pistachio
- Almond
- Heliotrope
- Vanilla
- Salted caramel
- Sandalwood
- Warm gourmand fragrances
- Sweet perfume mists
- Beach-inspired scents
- Fragrance layering
- Casual everyday fragrances
- Creamy and comforting dry downs
It may be less suitable as a blind buy if you dislike:
- Caramel
- Vanilla
- Pistachio
- Almond
- Strong sweetness
- Powdery heliotrope
- Gourmand fragrances
- Perfume mists that require reapplication
- Warm fragrances during hot weather
Someone who prefers citrus, aquatic, green, herbal, smoky, leathery, or very dry fragrances may find Cheirosa 62 too sweet.
Does Cheirosa 62 Contain Nuts?
No. Sol de Janeiro states that Cheirosa 62 Perfume Mist is nut-free.
Pistachio and almond are fragrance accords designed to smell like those ingredients. They do not necessarily indicate that the formula contains actual pistachio or almond extracts.
Anyone with a serious allergy should still review the complete ingredient list and consult an appropriate medical professional when necessary.
Can Cheirosa 62 Be Sprayed on Hair and Clothing?
Yes. Cheirosa 62 is designed as a hair and body perfume mist.
It may be sprayed on:
- Skin
- Hair
- Clothing
- Body
- Pulse points
Spraying it lightly on clothing or hair may help the fragrance remain noticeable longer.
Avoid spraying heavily on delicate materials, jewelry, finished surfaces, or fabrics that may react to alcohol or fragrance oils.
What Fragrances Smell Similar to Cheirosa 62?
No fragrance smells exactly like Cheirosa 62, but these three fragrances from the South Beach Perfumes catalog share aspects of its pistachio, almond, vanilla, caramel, sandalwood, or playful gourmand personality.
Girl of Now by Elie Saab
Girl of Now is one of the closest alternatives for someone who enjoys Cheirosa 62’s pistachio and almond character.
It combines pistachio, pear, mandarin orange, almond, orange blossom, magnolia, almond milk, tonka bean, cashmeran, and patchouli.
Both fragrances are sweet, nutty, creamy, warm, and feminine.
Girl of Now is richer, more floral, more complex, and considerably longer lasting. It has a stronger almond accord, brighter fruit, orange blossom, tonka bean, cashmeran, and patchouli.
Cheirosa 62 is simpler, more caramelized, more casual, and more strongly associated with sandalwood and beachy warmth.
Choose Girl of Now for a bold pistachio-almond Eau de Parfum. Choose Cheirosa 62 for casual salted-caramel sweetness and easy layering.
La Tentation de Nina by Nina Ricci
La Tentation de Nina shares Cheirosa 62’s almond, vanilla, sandalwood, and playful gourmand character.
It combines bergamot, raspberry, almond, lemon, Bulgarian rose, Bourbon vanilla, white musk, and sandalwood.
La Tentation de Nina is fruitier, brighter, more citrusy, and more floral. Its macaron-inspired accord gives it a raspberry-and-almond pastry quality.
Cheirosa 62 is warmer, creamier, more caramelized, and more focused on pistachio, vanilla, salt, and sandalwood.
Choose La Tentation de Nina for raspberry macaron sweetness. Choose Cheirosa 62 for pistachio, salted caramel, and beach-inspired warmth.
Burberry Brit Eau de Parfum
Burberry Brit shares Cheirosa 62’s almond, vanilla, tonka-bean warmth, and comforting feminine personality.
It combines lime, pear, green almond, candied almond, white peony, vanilla, tonka bean, amber, and mahogany.
Burberry Brit is fruitier, woodier, more powdery, and more polished. It offers the longevity and structure of an Eau de Parfum.
Cheirosa 62 is sweeter, more casual, more caramelized, and more suitable for head-to-toe fragrance layering.
Choose Burberry Brit for pear, almond, vanilla, and cozy sophistication. Choose Cheirosa 62 for pistachio, salted caramel, and relaxed gourmand fun.
What Is the Difference Between Cheirosa 62 Perfume Mist and Eau de Parfum?
Cheirosa 62 is available in several fragrance formats. They share the same recognizable pistachio, almond, vanilla, salted-caramel, and sandalwood identity, but their strength and application experience differ.
Cheirosa 62 Perfume Mist
The perfume mist features:
- Pistachio
- Almond
- Heliotrope
- Jasmine Petals
- Vanilla
- Salted Caramel
- Sandalwood
It is designed for generous application across the body, hair, and clothing.
The mist feels lighter, airier, and more casual than the Eau de Parfum. It is also easier to refresh throughout the day.
SOL Cheirosa 62 Eau de Parfum
The Eau de Parfum is a richer and more concentrated interpretation of the same signature scent.
It emphasizes salted caramel, vanilla bean, almond, sandalwood, and pistachio with greater depth and lasting power.
The Eau de Parfum is generally better for:
- Longer wear
- Evening occasions
- Cooler weather
- More noticeable projection
- Using fewer sprays
- Formal fragrance use
The perfume mist is generally better for:
- Head-to-toe application
- Hair fragrance
- Layering
- Casual wear
- Travel
- Post-shower use
- Refreshing during the day
Brazilian Bum Bum Cream
Brazilian Bum Bum Cream uses the same Cheirosa 62 scent.
Applying the cream before the perfume mist can help create a stronger and longer-lasting fragrance effect.
Matching Body and Hair Products
The Cheirosa 62 fragrance is also used in a variety of body-care and hair-care products.
These may include lotions, shower products, deodorants, hair treatments, body oils, scrubs, and hand creams.
Using several matching products together creates a layered fragrance effect.
Different Bottle Sizes
Different sizes of Cheirosa 62 Perfume Mist contain the same fragrance formula.
The South Beach Perfumes listing is for the 3 oz spray.
A larger bottle contains more product but is not stronger.
Learn more about fragrance concentrations.
What Does the Number 62 Mean?
The number 62 refers to 1962.
Sol de Janeiro describes 1962 as the year associated with the international rise of the Girl from Ipanema and the spirit of Brazilian beach culture that inspired the fragrance.
The number does not indicate:
- The fragrance concentration
- The percentage of perfume oil
- The product size
- The number of ingredients
- The formulation year
It represents the cultural inspiration behind the scent.
What Does Cheirosa Mean?
In Portuguese, cheirosa describes someone or something that smells especially good or delicious.
Sol de Janeiro uses the term to express the Brazilian idea of smelling attractive, joyful, confident, and inviting.
The Cheirosa fragrance collection uses different numbers to represent particular years, moods, cultural moments, and fragrance personalities.
Is Cheirosa 62 Discontinued?
No. Cheirosa 62 Perfume Mist is not discontinued.
It remains Sol de Janeiro’s signature fragrance and continues to be sold in multiple sizes and formats.
The fragrance is also used across a wide range of current Sol de Janeiro body-care, hair-care, and fragrance products.
Individual bottle sizes, gift sets, refills, limited packages, or matching products may become temporarily unavailable without the main fragrance being discontinued.
When Was Cheirosa 62 Released?
The Cheirosa 62 scent originated as the fragrance associated with Sol de Janeiro’s Brazilian Bum Bum Cream.
The perfume mist was introduced after customers requested a standalone fragrance version of the cream’s popular scent.
Established fragrance references generally date the Cheirosa 62 Perfume Mist to approximately 2017.
The concentrated SOL Cheirosa 62 Eau de Parfum was released later, in 2020.
The number 62 does not refer to the perfume’s launch year. It refers to the fragrance’s inspiration from Brazilian culture in 1962.
Who Created Cheirosa 62?
Cheirosa 62 was created by perfumer Jérôme Epinette.
He developed the fragrance around edible gourmand notes associated with warmth, pleasure, and Brazilian confidence.
The composition moves through three recognizable stages:
- Creamy pistachio and almond
- Powdery heliotrope and jasmine petals
- Vanilla, salted caramel, and sandalwood
Its success comes from balancing rich sweetness with a smooth floral-and-woody structure.
How Many Sprays of Cheirosa 62 Should Be Used?
Because Cheirosa 62 is a perfume mist, it can be applied more generously than a strong Eau de Parfum.
For most situations, use approximately six to twelve sprays.
Office or close indoor setting: Three to five sprays
Everyday daytime wear: Six to ten sprays
Beach or outdoor occasion: Eight to twelve sprays
Casual date: Six to ten sprays
Hair and clothing refresh: Two to four sprays
Reapplication: Four to six sprays as needed
A balanced application may include:
- One or two sprays on each side of the neck
- Two sprays on the chest
- One spray on each arm
- One or two sprays through the hair
- One or two sprays on clothing
Begin with fewer sprays in fragrance-sensitive environments.
Is Cheirosa 62 Authentic?
Yes. The Sol de Janeiro Cheirosa 62 offered by South Beach Perfumes is an authentic Sol de Janeiro fragrance mist.
South Beach Perfumes sells authentic, original brand-name fragrance products sourced through established distribution channels.
Authentic Cheirosa 62 bottles may display differences based on:
- Production year
- Bottle size
- Packaging redesigns
- Brazilian Crush or Cheirosa naming updates
- Regional distribution
- Label formatting
- Batch-code placement
- Country-specific packaging
- Gift-set presentation
- Refillable or standard format
These normal packaging and production differences do not automatically indicate that a product is counterfeit.
Learn more about our product guarantee policy.
Who Should Buy Cheirosa 62?
Cheirosa 62 is an excellent choice for someone who:
- Enjoys pistachio fragrances
- Likes almond
- Loves vanilla
- Enjoys salted caramel
- Appreciates sandalwood
- Likes powdery heliotrope
- Wants a sweet perfume mist
- Enjoys fragrance layering
- Wants a beach or vacation scent
- Needs an easy everyday fragrance
- Likes warm gourmand scents
- Wants fragrance for hair and body
- Enjoys casual date fragrances
- Prefers approachable projection
- Likes comforting and playful perfumes
It is especially suitable for someone seeking a sweet, warm, and recognizable gourmand fragrance that can be sprayed generously and refreshed throughout the day.
Who May Not Like Cheirosa 62?
Cheirosa 62 may not be the best choice for someone who:
- Dislikes caramel
- Avoids vanilla
- Does not enjoy pistachio
- Dislikes almond
- Prefers citrus fragrances
- Wants an aquatic scent
- Avoids sweet gourmands
- Wants extremely long-lasting performance from a few sprays
- Prefers dark leather or tobacco
- Wants a dry woody fragrance
- Dislikes powdery heliotrope
- Prefers green or herbal perfumes
- Wants a formal traditional fragrance
- Avoids youthful or playful scents
- Does not want to reapply fragrance
Its pistachio, vanilla, and salted-caramel character may feel too sweet for someone who primarily enjoys fresh, dry, smoky, or minimalist fragrances.
Final South Beach Perfumes Expert Review
Sol de Janeiro Cheirosa 62 Perfume Mist is one of the most recognizable modern gourmand fragrance mists.
The opening combines pistachio and almond, creating immediate warmth and creaminess. Pistachio gives the scent its distinctive identity, while almond adds a smooth marzipan-like softness.
Heliotrope and jasmine petals form a subtle floral heart. Heliotrope reinforces the almond-and-vanilla effect, while jasmine adds enough brightness to keep the fragrance from becoming completely heavy.
The dry down is built around vanilla, salted caramel, and sandalwood. Vanilla creates sweetness, salted caramel adds richness and contrast, and sandalwood provides a creamy woody finish.
Its greatest strength is versatility. Cheirosa 62 can be used as a fragrance, hair mist, body spray, layering product, vacation scent, post-shower fragrance, casual date scent, or everyday gourmand.
It is sweet enough to feel delicious but relaxed enough for casual wear. Its beach-inspired personality also allows it to work during summer despite its caramel-and-vanilla base.
Its primary limitation is longevity. As a perfume mist, it generally does not perform as strongly or as long as a concentrated Eau de Parfum. Reapplication may be necessary during a long day.
Its popularity can also be a limitation for someone seeking a rare or highly unusual signature fragrance. Cheirosa 62 is widely recognized and frequently worn.
For those who enjoy pistachio, almond, heliotrope, jasmine, vanilla, salted caramel, and sandalwood, however, it remains one of the most enjoyable and easy-to-layer gourmand fragrance mists available.
South Beach Perfumes Expert Rating: 9.3 out of 10
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