Pure Narcotic
Boadicea the VictoriousEau de Parfum2015
Side by side
Pure Narcotic vs. Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum)
Pure Narcotic projects louder.
The essentials
At a glance
| Pure Narcotic | Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 2015 | 2009 |
| Gender | Unisex | Unisex |
| Perfumer | Christian Provenzano | Jérôme Epinette |
| Best season | — | Summer |
Scent DNA
Main accords
Pure Narcotic
White Floral
Amber
Vanilla
Warm Spicy
Green
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
DaturaFig LeafCardamomBergamotCoriander
BergamotAfrican MarigoldBlackcurrantBuchu or Agathosma
Heart
MateOsmanthusJasmineRose
CyclamenJasmineViolet
Base
Tonka BeanBenzoinAmberSandalwoodBourbon VanillaMusk
MuskVetiverTonka Bean AbsoluteCedarwood
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
The community verdict
| Pure Narcotic | Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 6-10 hours |
| Sillage | strong | moderate |
No varnish
Real talk
This one leans into the contradiction, sweet but with green and spice that keep you guessing. The datura brings an almost trance-like quality while fig leaf and cardamom provide structure and lift.Pure Narcotic
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)