Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum)
ByredoEau de Parfum2009
Side by side
Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) vs. Sacred Water
Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) rates higher with the community.
The essentials
At a glance
| Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) | Sacred Water | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 2009 | 2020 |
| Gender | Unisex | Unisex |
| Perfumer | Jérôme Epinette | Guillaume Flavigny |
| Best season | Summer | Summer |
Scent DNA
Main accords
Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum)
Woody
Aromatic
Earthy
Floral
Violet
Powdery
Fresh
Green
Sacred Water
Citrus
Marine
Amber
Aquatic
Animalic
Aromatic
Floral
Fresh Spicy
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
Notes, side by side
Top
BergamotAfrican MarigoldBlackcurrantBuchu or Agathosma
GingerCitronMandarin Orange
Heart
CyclamenJasmineViolet
SeaweedMagnoliaOrange Blossom
Base
MuskVetiverTonka Bean AbsoluteCedarwood
AmbergrisCedarAmyris
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
The community verdict
| Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) | Sacred Water | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 4/5 | 3.5/5 |
| 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)
Marine fragrances typically feature fresh, aquatic, transparent notes. Sacred Water takes a different approach. The marine and white florals together create something with texture and complexity.Sacred Water