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Every Bal d'Afrique, compared

4 fragrances in Byredo’s Bal d'Afrique line, from 2009 to 2026. Ratings, lasting power and season come from wearers’ votes; accords show what each one adds to the original.

Most worn: Bal d'Afrique19,145 ratings
Highest rated: Bal d'Afrique Absolu4.48 of 5
Longest lasting: Bal d'Afrique Absolu6.6 of 10

The original

Bal d'Afrique

Launched: 2009
Concentration: Eau de Parfum
Rating: 4.14 · 19,145 ratings
Lasting power: 4.7 of 10
Best in: spring, summer
Most wearers say: feminine

Leads with woody, aromatic, earthy.

Bal d'Afrique Absolu

Launched: 2025
Concentration: Parfum
Rating: 4.48 · 2,841 ratings
Lasting power: 6.6 of 10
Best in: spring, fall
Most wearers say: unisex

Adds citrus to the original's profile.

Also in the line

Limited editions and versions with too few ratings to compare.

Bal d'Afrique Hair Perfume · 2015
Bal d'Afrique Body Mist · 2026