Bal d'Afrique
ByredoEau de Parfum2009
Side by side
Bal d'Afrique vs. 22 Universal Mind
Is Bal d'Afrique better than 22 Universal Mind?
Bal d'Afrique rates higher with the community.
Why this score
Performance proximity
Accord profile overlap
Gender alignment
CedarwoodVetiverJasmineMusk
woodyaromaticpowdery
This match is a verified relationship from our fragrance graph. The score weighs each fragrance's notes, accords, mood, occasion, weather fit, gender, and performance — the same scale as the badges on every “reminds of” rail.
The essentials
What's different between Bal d'Afrique and 22 Universal Mind?
| Bal d'Afrique | 22 Universal Mind | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 2009 | 2024 |
| Gender | Unisex | Unisex |
| Perfumer | Jérôme Epinette | Philippe Paparella-Paris |
| Best season | Spring | Fall |
Scent DNA
How do Bal d'Afrique and 22 Universal Mind smell?
Bal d'Afrique
Woody
Aromatic
Earthy
Powdery
Violet
Floral
Fresh
Green
22 Universal Mind
Amber
Woody
Vanilla
Aromatic
Fresh Spicy
Powdery
White Floral
Citrus
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
What notes do Bal d'Afrique and 22 Universal Mind share?
Top
BergamotBlackcurrantBuchu or AgathosmaAfrican Marigold
Sichuan pepper absoluteAbsintheRoseFrankincenseFreesiaGinger
Heart
VioletJasmineCyclamen
CedarwoodCinnamonGeraniumJasmineOrange Blossom
Base
CedarwoodCedarVetiverMuskTonka Bean Absolute
AmberAmbretteMuskVanillaVetiver
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
Which performs better, Bal d'Afrique or 22 Universal Mind?
| Bal d'Afrique | 22 Universal Mind | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 4/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 6-10 hours |
| Sillage | moderate | moderate |
No varnish
What do reviewers say about Bal d'Afrique and 22 Universal Mind?
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
Herbal-citrus isn't the usual bridge to warm florals. That's what makes 22 Universal Mind different, it opens like a cold pharmacy, then becomes something else entirely.22 Universal Mind
The hunt
Where to buy Bal d'Afrique and 22 Universal Mind
| Bal d'Afrique | 22 Universal Mind | |
|---|---|---|
| 1.6 oz | $235.00ecosmetics | — |
| 3.4 oz | $330.00ecosmetics | — |
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