Shambhala
GrisiauEau de Parfum2022
Side by side
Shambhala vs. Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum)
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
| Shambhala | Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 2022 | 2009 |
| Gender | Unisex | Unisex |
| Perfumer | Roger Howell | Jérôme Epinette |
| Best season | Fall | Summer |
Scent DNA
Main accords
Shambhala
Fresh
Floral
Citrus
Ozonic
Woody
Green
Aromatic
Fresh Spicy
Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum)
Woody
Aromatic
Earthy
Floral
Violet
Powdery
Fresh
Green
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
Notes, side by side
Top
Citron
BergamotAfrican MarigoldBlackcurrantBuchu or Agathosma
Heart
NeroliTea LeafLotusCypress
CyclamenJasmineViolet
Base
IncenseSandalwoodOudOakmoss
MuskVetiverTonka Bean AbsoluteCedarwood
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
The community verdict
| Shambhala | Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 3.5/5 | 4/5 |
| Longevity | 2-4 hours | 6-10 hours |
| Sillage | strong | moderate |
No varnish
Real talk
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
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)