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If you're a fan of tropical-scented skincare, you've probably tried Sol de Janeiro’s Brazilian Bum Bum cream. It's a popular lotion that promises to hydrate, tighten, and give your skin a radiant glow, all while enveloping your senses in a delicious fragrance.
With a 4-star rating at Sephora based on over 9,000 reviews and a loyal following on TikTok, Sol de Janeiro’s cream is a fan favorite. However, at $48 for just over 8 ounces, it’s not exactly budget-friendly. Thankfully, we’ve found an affordable alternative on Amazon from the beloved beauty brand NatureWell: a firming “cheeky” cream for only $37.66, offering 20 ounces (two 10-ounce jars).
NatureWell's cream promises similar results to the higher-end version. It contains ingredients like guaraná, cupuaçu butter, and açaí extract, which are said to firm and brighten skin over time.
These ingredients deliver a similarly captivating fragrance to Sol de Janeiro’s iconic moisturizer: a warm, sweet scent that reviewer James B. describes as 'smelling great' and 'very similar to the original.' The cheeky cream is also enriched with coconut oil to keep skin moisturized. Promising review: 'This smells and feels exactly like the famous Bum Bum cream. I’ve tried others claiming the same, but none come close. Highly recommend. 👌' —Lmb1007. 'Definitely a SDJ dupe! The scent is nearly identical, the texture slightly less thick, but these are SO GOOD and you get two for less than one bottle of SDJ.' —katies9. 'Best dupe out there, hands-down. The Trader Joe’s version doesn’t compare to this formula. It smells amazing! My skin is softer, touchable, and I actually look forward to applying this every morning. I can't speak much to firmness, but it’s worth it for the softness alone. Way better than those overpriced lotions and creams. Just get it!!!' —AmyS81. At this price, you might want to try it for yourself.
