Épine de Rose
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Side by side
Épine de Rose vs. Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum)
Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) rates higher with the community.
The essentials
At a glance
| Épine de Rose | Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | — | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 2018 | 2009 |
| Gender | Unisex | Unisex |
| Perfumer | Alberto Morillas | Jérôme Epinette |
| Best season | Fall | Summer |
Scent DNA
Main accords
Épine de Rose
Rose
Citrus
Fresh Spicy
Soft Spicy
Floral
Woody
Sweet
Musky
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
GingerMandarin OrangeOud
BergamotAfrican MarigoldBlackcurrantBuchu or Agathosma
Heart
Pink PepperBlack PepperRose
CyclamenJasmineViolet
Base
LimbanolFrankincenseNootka cypress
MuskVetiverTonka Bean AbsoluteCedarwood
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
The community verdict
| Épine de Rose | Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 3.5/5 | 4/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 6-10 hours |
| Sillage | moderate | moderate |
No varnish
Real talk
This is rose for people who've been burned by rose. The pepper doesn't decorate, it destabilizes. Makes the flower feel less like a gift and more like a decision. That edge is exactly why it works.Épine de Rose
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)