Act 1
Pantomime2023
Side by side
Act 1 vs. Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum)
Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) rates higher with the community.
The essentials
At a glance
| Act 1 | Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | — | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 2023 | 2009 |
| Gender | Unisex | Unisex |
| Perfumer | Fredrik Dalman | Jérôme Epinette |
| Best season | Spring | Summer |
Scent DNA
Main accords
Act 1
Musky
Amber
Balsamic
Powdery
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—
BergamotAfrican MarigoldBlackcurrantBuchu or Agathosma
Heart
Ambrette
CyclamenJasmineViolet
Base
Ambrettolide
MuskVetiverTonka Bean AbsoluteCedarwood
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
The community verdict
| Act 1 | 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
Act 1 isn't trying to announce itself across a room. If you want a quiet, musky presence that lingers close to the skin, ambrette and ambrettolide deliver exactly that.Act 1
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)