by Simone Andreoli
Sunplosion is a bright, sweet tropical fragrance centered around juicy guava and mango, with a soft creamy sandalwood base that adds texture and grounding. It opens with a vibrant burst of tropical fruit—lime, hibiscus, and mango—evoking a summer fruit punch or beachside drink with a hint of coconut. The scent unfolds linearly, with minimal transition or complexity, maintaining a consistently fruity, sweet profile throughout. It feels more like a concentrated body spray than a fine fragrance, with a moderate longevity and sillage that are most reliable in humid conditions. Despite its youthful appeal and visibility in summer, it performs inconsistently, with some finding it fleeting on dry or scent-sensitive skin. Its most praised aspect is its photorealistic, juicy fruit presentation—reminiscent of real tropical fruit pulp—though some note it leans too heavily into sugar and sweetness, resulting in a kind of candy-like or slightly synthetic character. The balance between sweetness and woody undertones remains a dividing point: for some, the sandalwood transforms it into a warmly ambery, almost graham cracker-like base; for others, it becomes overly sharp or woody, especially on skin. Overall, it's a fun, summery, unapologetically sweet perfume ideal for casual, vacation-style wear, particularly in warm weather.