Our take
What does Cheirosa 68 Beija Flor smell like?
Before it became a mist, this scent belonged to Sol de Janeiro’s Beija Flor body cream, and the Brazil-inspired brand turned it into a perfume mist in the early 2020s. Beija-flor is Portuguese for hummingbird, which suits a quick, colourful scent. The opening pairs pink dragonfruit, more watery than sweet, with fresh lychee for a little fizz. In the heart, light jasmine meets ozonic notes that suggest sea air, with tart hibiscus behind them. Nothing feels heavy. The base is little more than sheer vanilla and a sunny musk that recalls skin after a day at the beach. This is a body mist, with longevity to match, so you top it up during the day. That is rather the point of the format.
When to wear it
Summer, after a shower or the beach, on body and hair; spray generously and reapply in the afternoon. Perfect if you want to smell good without wearing perfume as such.
It belongs to the Floral, Fruity family. Cheirosa 68 Beija Flor is one of 2 creations by Sol de Janeiro in our encyclopedia.
