Is Primark Hawaii Paradise a dupe of Sol de Janeiro Cheirosa '40?
Cheirosa '40 EDP
| EDP | Concentration | Body Spray |
| F | Gender | F |
| 2021 | Year | 2020 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Hawaii Paradise Body Spray
The main difference between these two comes down to composition and how stable each scent is on skin. Cheirosa 40 is a complex Eau de Parfum with a divisive plum and vanilla profile, offering a deep, synthetic sweetness that can turn medicinal depending on your skin chemistry. Hawaii Paradise takes the opposite approach: a straightforward, budget-friendly body spray built around light, tropical fruitiness with coconut and citrus. Cheirosa 40 aims for a lingering, gourmand-adjacent presence, while Hawaii Paradise is designed for fleeting, casual refreshment. Cheirosa 40 is a high-stakes gamble on a complex scent profile, whereas Hawaii Paradise offers a safe, uncomplicated, vacation-ready experience. Choose based on whether you want something bold and long-lasting, or a light, breezy scent for occasional touch-ups.
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Cheirosa '40
- Hawaii Paradise
- in both
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Which Should You Buy?
- You prefer a complex, plum-heavy gourmand fragrance.
- You want the longevity of an Eau de Parfum.
- You enjoy bold, polarising scents with vanilla depth.
- You want a light, tropical scent for casual wear.
- You prefer a budget-friendly price point.
- You enjoy the refreshing blend of coconut and citrus.
This is a love-it-or-hate-it beast, and honestly, the hate often smells like pure vomit or public toilets. If you're lucky, you'll get a juicy plum and vanilla dream, but beware the medicinal alcohol and synthetic sweetness.
A budget-friendly fruity floral fragrance that brings tropical vibes perfect for casual wear.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its youthful, sweet, and fruity profile makes it ideal for casual wear and dates, but the potential for cloying sweetness and inconsistent projection means it's less suited for formal or office settings. Several users report it as a summer signature scent or a day-to-night option.
Seasons
The floral and fruity notes make it ideal for warmer months like spring and summer, while its tropical accords transition well into fall.
Occasions
Its fresh and fruity character is suitable for casual outings and can work for dates, but it may lack the intensity for formal settings.
Similarity Breakdown
Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.
Shares 2 of its 7 notes, including Musk, Vanilla
Adds citrus and coconut, drops ambergris and blackcurrant
Where to buy
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