Sol de Janeiro When in Rio Review: Sweet Summer Body Mist

Sol de Janeiro When in Rio is a women's body mist that launched in 2023. It was created by perfumer Gino Percontino and sits in the affordable end of the fragrance market at $24-$38 for a 90ml bottle. The fragrance is built on pear and bergamot at the top, jasmine in the middle, and vanilla, amber and sandalwood at the base. On Fragrantica, it has an overall rating of 4.25 out of 5. This review breaks down those verified facts and explains how the scent performs, who it suits, and where it fits in a collection. When in Rio is not an eau de parfum. It is a body mist, and that matters. The concentration affects longevity, projection and the overall role the fragrance can play. Instead of promising all-day wear, it is better understood as a light, reapply-friendly scent for casual days, warm weather and layering. The note list is simple but deliberate: a juicy pear and bergamot opening, a soft jasmine heart, and a warm vanilla-amber-sandalwood base. The accord list adds powdery, sweet, fruity, woody, citrus, aquatic and fresh facets to the picture. The price is one of its clearest advantages. At $24-$38 for 90ml, it is accessible for a fragrance from a well-known body-care brand. The trade-off is performance. The verified longevity is 2-4 hours, which is typical for a body mist. Sillage is moderate, and projection is moderate before settling close to the skin after dry-down. That combination makes When in Rio a good fit for everyday wear, vacations and layering rather than formal evenings or cold-weather signature wear.