Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum)
ByredoEau de Parfum2009
Side by side
Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) vs. Milky Musk 39
Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) peaks in summer, while Milky Musk 39 belongs to winter. The side by side below shows where they overlap.
The essentials
At a glance
| Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) | Milky Musk 39 | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | — |
| Launched | 2009 | 2016 |
| Gender | Unisex | Unisex |
| Perfumer | Jérôme Epinette | Michel Almairac |
| Best season | Summer | Winter |
Scent DNA
Main accords
Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum)
Woody
Aromatic
Earthy
Floral
Violet
Powdery
Fresh
Green
Milky Musk 39
Woody
Powdery
Musky
Warm Spicy
Balsamic
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
Notes, side by side
Top
BergamotAfrican MarigoldBlackcurrantBuchu or Agathosma
—Heart
CyclamenJasmineViolet
—Base
MuskVetiverTonka Bean AbsoluteCedarwood
MuskSandalwood
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
The community verdict
| Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) | Milky Musk 39 | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 6-10 hours |
| Sillage | moderate | moderate |
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)
Sandalwood and musks blend into a creamy skin-warmth, a quiet signature that lingers close. For intimate moments when presence, not projection, defines you.Milky Musk 39