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    Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) vs. Chamo

    Very similar
    Chamo by Tamburins bottle

    Chamo

    Tamburins
    Eau de Parfum2022
    New comparison

    Two distinct takes on a related mood. The side by side below shows where they overlap and where they part ways.

    The essentials

    At a glance

    Key facts: Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) vs. Chamo
    Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum)Chamo
    ConcentrationEau de ParfumEau de Parfum
    Launched20092022
    GenderUnisexUnisex
    PerfumerJérôme Epinette—
    Best seasonSummer—

    Scent DNA

    Main accords

    Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum)

    Woody
    Aromatic
    Earthy
    Floral
    Violet
    Powdery
    Fresh
    Green

    Chamo

    Woody
    Musky
    Aromatic
    Powdery
    Floral
    Sweet
    Soft Spicy
    Aquatic

    Shared between both fragrances

    The pyramid

    Notes, side by side

    Top
    BergamotAfrican MarigoldBlackcurrantBuchu or Agathosma
    DaisyClary Sage
    Heart
    CyclamenJasmineViolet
    Aquatic Notes
    Base
    MuskVetiverTonka Bean AbsoluteCedarwood
    MuskWoody NotesAmber

    Notes both fragrances share

    Community taste

    The community verdict

    Community verdict: Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) vs. Chamo
    Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum)Chamo
    Score4/54/5
    Longevity6-10 hours6-10 hours
    Sillagemoderatemoderate

    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 honeyed chamomile either pulls you in or makes you reach for something sharper. If it clicks, you've found an all-day quiet that rewards patience.Chamo