Osmanthus
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2006 | Year | 2009 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££££ |
Byredo Bal d'Afrique
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This one's a divisive freshie. While many adore its sparkling, uplifting fruit-floral character, plenty of others reckon it's a generic, overpriced shampoo or men's shower gel. Try before you buy, as skin chemistry is a big factor here.
Byredo Bal d'Afrique is a modern unisex fragrance with a fresh and green profile, perfect for spring and summer wear.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 12% | 13% |
| Floral | 23% | 30% |
| Fruity | 7% | 4% |
| Green | 18% | 20% |
| Sweet | 11% | 11% |
| Warm | 9% | 5% |
| Woody | 15% | 10% |
| Earthy | 9% | 9% |
| Animalic | 10% | 11% |
| Fresh | 20% | 19% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its clean, fresh, and moderate projection makes it suitable for office wear, alongside casual day-to-day activities. While it has good longevity, it's not heavy enough for formal events but its sparkling nature could work for lighter date settings.
Seasons
The bright citrus and floral notes of Bal d'Afrique are ideal for spring and summer, providing a refreshing scent that matches warmer weather. The lighter base notes make it less suited for colder months.
Occasions
Its balanced projection and sophisticated scent profile make it a suitable choice for the office and dates, while its subtle sophistication fits casual and formal settings. Less ideal for sports due to its refined character.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Fresh Spicy, Woody, Floral accords and Jasmine, Cedar notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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