Venus of Verbena
Sana JardinEau de Parfum2023
Side by side
Venus of Verbena vs. Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum)
Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) rates higher with the community.
The essentials
At a glance
| Venus of Verbena | Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 2023 | 2009 |
| Gender | Unisex | Unisex |
| Perfumer | Carlos Benaïm | Jérôme Epinette |
| Best season | Spring | Summer |
Scent DNA
Main accords
Venus of Verbena
Citrus
White Floral
Aromatic
Fresh
Sweet
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
Lemon VerbenaLitsea Cubeba
BergamotAfrican MarigoldBlackcurrantBuchu or Agathosma
Heart
NeroliClary SageOrange Blossom
CyclamenJasmineViolet
Base
MuskHeliotropeVetiver
MuskVetiverTonka Bean AbsoluteCedarwood
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
The community verdict
| Venus of Verbena | 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
Bright and clean, but not boring. The verbena keeps it green while the litsea cubeba adds a peppery kick most citrus fragrances skip. It's fresh without playing it safe.Venus of Verbena
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)