Bal d'Afrique
ByredoEau de Parfum2009
Side by side
Bal d'Afrique vs. Platinum 22
Bal d'Afrique rates higher with the community and wears longer on skin.
The essentials
At a glance
| Bal d'Afrique | Platinum 22 | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 2009 | 2022 |
| Gender | Unisex | Unisex |
| Perfumer | Jérôme Epinette | Leslie Gauthier |
| Best season | Spring | Fall |
Scent DNA
Main accords
Bal d'Afrique
Woody
Aromatic
Earthy
Powdery
Violet
Floral
Fresh
Green
Platinum 22
Iris
Powdery
Fresh Spicy
Woody
Amber
Aromatic
Green
Vanilla
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
Notes, side by side
Top
BergamotBlackcurrantBuchu or AgathosmaAfrican Marigold
IrisLimeBlackcurrant
Heart
VioletJasmineCyclamen
Black PepperBlack TeaViolet LeafClary SageRose
Base
CedarwoodCedarVetiverMuskTonka Bean Absolute
Tonka BeanCedarWhite MuskAmber
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
The community verdict
| Bal d'Afrique | Platinum 22 | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 4/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 4-6 hours |
| Sillage | moderate | moderate |
No varnish
Real talk
This fragrance does not announce itself. Bergamot and vetiver give it structure, but the florals keep it from feeling austere. It works best when you want to smell present without screaming.Bal d'Afrique
Some fragrances demand a room. This one asks for skin contact. The black tea and powdery iris combo either intrigues you or leaves you reaching for something louder.Platinum 22
The hunt
Best price, size by size
| Bal d'Afrique | Platinum 22 | |
|---|---|---|
| 0.27 oz | $34.99fragrancenet | — |
| 1.6 oz | $235.00ecosmetics | — |
| 2.5 oz | $83.99fragrancenet | — |
| 3.4 oz | $330.00ecosmetics | — |
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