Bal D’Afrique type formula
The Bal D’Afrique formula is a type formula in the Amber Woody family: 27 raw materials decoded by GC-MS and rebuilt so you can make it yourself, using materials you can order rather than captives no shop will sell you. It opens with Lemon, Tagetes, Black Currant, Bergamot, Orange Blossom, a heart of Violet, Cyclamen, Jasmine, settles on Vetiver, Musk, Amber, Cedarwood. Below you can see the five main materials of Bal D’Afrique; unlock the formula for the complete list with exact percentages and dilutions, and recreate it yourself for a fraction of the retail price.
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How it worksIngredients in Bal D’Afrique
| Material | Supplier | CAS | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iso E Super | — | 54464-57-2 | |
| Hedione | — | 24851-98-7 | |
| Cedarwood Oil Terpenes | — | 68608-32-2 | |
| Galaxolide | — | 1222-05-5 | |
| Cyclosia | — | — |
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Anatomy of this formula
What follows is not published anywhere else: it comes from comparing this composition against the other 806 in the catalogue.
Its signature
These materials appear in few other formulas. They are what makes Bal D’Afrique recognisable.
- Cedarwood Oil Terpenes in 24 of 806 formulas
Built from the same palette
If you have the materials for this one, you are halfway to these.
- Blue Sapphire 16 materials in common
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- Million Gold 16 materials in common
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Complexity
27 materials, against a catalogue median of 45. Leaner than 94% of the formulas here: fewer materials to buy and to weigh.
The shared backbone
Materials this formula holds in common with most of modern perfumery.
- Iso E Super in 725 of 806 formulas
- Hedione in 710 of 806 formulas
Reviews
4.0· 1 reviewOnly verified buyers can review this formula. Unlock it to leave a rating.
- Madison McCoyVerified buyer
i own both this and the original, and honestly this is scary close. 4 stars, would be 5 with better projection.
FAQ
What is the Bal D’Afrique formula?
The Bal D’Afrique type formula is a Amber Woody composition of 27 raw materials, decoded by GC-MS analysis and rewritten so every material can actually be bought. It is our own interpretation, not a copy of anyone's sheet.
What notes are in Bal D’Afrique?
Bal D’Afrique features notes of Lemon, Tagetes, Black Currant, Bergamot, Orange Blossom, Violet, Cyclamen, Jasmine, Vetiver, Musk, Amber, Cedarwood.
How many ingredients does the Bal D’Afrique formula have?
The Bal D’Afrique formula contains 27 raw materials, each identified by GC-MS and rebuilt with buyable materials.
Is this the exact Bal D’Afrique recipe?
Yes. The unlocked formula lists every material with its exact percentage and dilution, which is what you need to weigh it at home. The five main materials are public on this page; the rest of the list and the dosages come with the formula.
How much does it cost to make Bal D’Afrique at home?
Making your own Bal D’Afrique from the raw materials costs a small fraction of a retail bottle — the exact materials and quantities are in the unlocked formula, plus a batch calculator to scale any amount.
Do I need experience to use the Bal D’Afrique formula?
No. The formula is already in parts per 100, and the batch calculator turns it into the grams to weigh for whatever amount you want to make. You need a 0.01 g scale, perfumer's alcohol and the raw materials on the list.
