Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum)
ByredoEau de Parfum2009
Side by side
Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) vs. Shambhala
Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) rates higher with the community and wears longer on skin, while Shambhala projects louder.
The essentials
At a glance
| Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) | Shambhala | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 2009 | 2022 |
| Gender | Unisex | Unisex |
| Perfumer | Jérôme Epinette | Roger Howell |
| Best season | Summer | Fall |
Scent DNA
Main accords
Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum)
Woody
Aromatic
Earthy
Floral
Violet
Powdery
Fresh
Green
Shambhala
Fresh
Floral
Citrus
Ozonic
Woody
Green
Aromatic
Fresh Spicy
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
Notes, side by side
Top
BergamotAfrican MarigoldBlackcurrantBuchu or Agathosma
Citron
Heart
CyclamenJasmineViolet
NeroliTea LeafLotusCypress
Base
MuskVetiverTonka Bean AbsoluteCedarwood
IncenseSandalwoodOudOakmoss
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
The community verdict
| Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) | Shambhala | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 4/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 2-4 hours |
| Sillage | moderate | strong |
No varnish
Real talk
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)
The Nag Champa and oud base is the real story here. Incense-forward without the cliché, grounded by wood that keeps it contemporary. What makes Shambhala worth your attention is that none of it feels.Shambhala