Sacred Water
The HarmonistEau de Parfum2020
Side by side
Sacred Water vs. Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum)
Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) rates higher with the community.
The essentials
At a glance
| Sacred Water | Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 2020 | 2009 |
| Gender | Unisex | Unisex |
| Perfumer | Guillaume Flavigny | Jérôme Epinette |
| Best season | Summer | Summer |
Scent DNA
Main accords
Sacred Water
Citrus
Marine
Amber
Aquatic
Animalic
Aromatic
Floral
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
GingerCitronMandarin Orange
BergamotAfrican MarigoldBlackcurrantBuchu or Agathosma
Heart
SeaweedMagnoliaOrange Blossom
CyclamenJasmineViolet
Base
AmbergrisCedarAmyris
MuskVetiverTonka Bean AbsoluteCedarwood
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
The community verdict
| Sacred Water | 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
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
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)