Aeria
Alkemia PerfumesEau de Parfum2016
Side by side
Aeria vs. Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum)
Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) rates higher with the community and wears longer on skin, while Aeria projects louder.
The essentials
At a glance
| Aeria | Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 2016 | 2009 |
| Gender | Female | Unisex |
| Perfumer | Sharra Lamoureaux | Jérôme Epinette |
| Best season | Spring | Summer |
Scent DNA
Main accords
Aeria
Fresh
White Floral
Fruity
Citrus
Aldehydic
Musky
Green
Sweet
Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum)
Woody
Aromatic
Earthy
Floral
Violet
Powdery
Fresh
Green
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
Notes, side by side
Top
Grapefruit BlossomBlueberry
BergamotAfrican MarigoldBlackcurrantBuchu or Agathosma
Heart
Lily of the Valley
CyclamenJasmineViolet
Base
Japanese MuskAldehydesJasmine Tea
MuskVetiverTonka Bean AbsoluteCedarwood
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
The community verdict
| Aeria | Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 3.5/5 | 4/5 |
| Longevity | 2-4 hours | 6-10 hours |
| Sillage | strong | moderate |
No varnish
Real talk
Aeria doesn't project loudly, instead it hovers with a translucent presence that requires proximity to detect. The aldehydes give it structure, but the blueberry and white florals keep it from.Aeria
Bal d'Afrique is one of Byredo's more accessible fragrances for everyday wear. It does not demand attention but rewards those who notice it. If you prefer scents that announce themselves from across.Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum)