There's no better time to find the best Sol de Janeiro dupes, and where better to start than with the iconic Bum Bum Cream? The rich buttery formula is second to none and cannot be mistaken - but one thing we can definitely pass up is the expensive price tag. This iconic moisturising cream might be all over your FYP, and it's perfect for emulating that delicious summery feeling on the skin all year round, but how can we achieve a similar result without breaking the bank?
When looking for the perfect dupe, the first step is to find a body moisturiser with a scent similar to Sol's signature vanilla, salted caramel-pistachio blended fragrance. Another way to focus on the best dupes is to compare ingredients and find moisturisers that perform similarly on the skin. We've taken the stress away and done the hard work for you by searching the internet for the best Sol de Janeiro Bum Bum Cream dupes to make your skin look and feel spectacular. You're so welcome.
heat's Bum Bum Cream dupes at a glance:
Best Bum Bum Cream dupe overall: Soap & Glory Smoothie Star Body Lotion, £9.99 on Boots.
Best Bum Bum Cream dupe for dry skin: Almond Milk Body Butter, £19 on The Body Shop.
Best affordable Bum Bum Cream dupe: M&S Mango Body Butter, £8 on M&S.
The OG Sol de Janeiro Bum Bum Cream is formulated with a dreamy blend of coconut oil, açaí oil and Brazil nut to create the signature scent and moisturising formula. Bum Bum is known for its hydrating properties and ability to visibly tighten. When searching for a dupe, it's essential to spot similar ingredients to help achieve a firmer, tighter, and brighter finish on the skin.
Let's get to it. Keep scrolling to shop the best Bum Bum Cream dupes from brands like Soap & Glory, M&S and Palmer's to save some money.
SHOP: The best Bum Bum Cream dupes
Best bum bum cream dupe overall
Soap & Glory www.boots.com
Soap & Glory know a thing or two about body care, and the Smoothie Star Lotion mimics the iconic Bum Bum Cream scent with a blend of almond and vanilla. Much like the OG, the lotion is formulated with cocoa butter, shea butter and coconut oil to leave your skin feeling silky soft. Many reviewers are raving about this lotion, with one going as far as saying that this product is their 'absolute favourite'.
Pros
- Replicates a similar scent
- Contains similar ingredients to Bum Bum Cream
Cons
- Lotion consistency might not be as moisturising on dry skin
Best Bum Bum Cream dupe for dry skin
The Body Shop www.thebodyshop.com
Instantly soothe and nourish dry skin with The Body Shop's Almond Milk Body Butter. This creamy body butter mimics Sol's OG cream with its almond milk fragrance and non-greasy formula. It works great on sensitive skin to nourish without causing irritation.
Pros
- Offers 96 hours of moisture on the skin
- Light and pleasant scent
Cons
- Richer formula might work better in the winter months
Best affordable Bum Bum Cream dupes
M&S www.marksandspencer.com
M&S' rich body butters are great for those who love to treat their skin to a luxurious texture and flood it with moisture. The fresh scent of mango and nectarine mimics the classic Sol de Janeiro summery fragrance, and the rich body butter compares to the buttery texture of the body cream. This body butter promises to keep the skin hydrated for 96 hours - what's not to love?
Pros
- Great price point
- Rich texture
Cons
- More of a summery scent
Best Bum Bum Cream dupe for glow
Revolution Beautywww.revolutionbeauty.com
Revolution is known for making a great dupe, and the Tropical Trip set is a great option if you don't fancy splurging on Sol's original. We recommend the Tropical Caramel scent to mimic the original Bum Bum Cream, but all three options are great for maintaining your summer glow and keeping your skin hydrated. With Christmas around the corner, it's one to keep in mind. One reviewer said how perfect it is as a stocking filler, and we couldn't agree more.
Pros
- Includes three different products in one
- Great for travel and gifting
Cons
- Quite small tubs compared to Sol de Janeiro
Best oil Bum Bum Cream dupe
Palmer's www.boots.com
Palmer's is the go-to for caring for dry skin, and the Coconut Body Lotion is a great alternative to Bum Bum Cream with its summery coconut scent and radiant finish. The oily texture is formulated with extra virgin coconut oil blended with green coffee extract to instantly plump and hydrate dry skin.
Pros
- Affordable price point
- Made with rich ingredients
Cons
- Bulky packaging
Best hydrating Bum Bum Cream dupe
Coco & Evewww.lookfantastic.com
If you're in the market for a whipped body cream, Coco & Eve has your back. The mango-scented cream is perfect for those holding onto the summer months as the dreamy fragrance lingers on the skin. The blend of active ingredients like amino acids, coconut and cacao helps support and smooth the skin to relieve dryness. Reviewers agree that the smell is both delicious and divine. One reviewer took to LookFantastic to rave about this product, dubbing it a 'wonderful cream' and saying how well it works for their dry skin.
Pros
- Instantly hydrates lacklustre skin
- Rich, whipped texture
Cons
- More of a summery fragrance
Georgia Scott is a Beauty & Fashion Product Writer for Bauer Media, writing for Grazia, Closer and heat. Georgia specialises in beauty writing and spends her days hunting for the latest trending beauty products to get her hands on and review.