Vivs Aroma 2023

Afrikn Joy

FloralIndianUnisexEau de Parfum

Blossoms open with African Marigold, Bergamot, and Lemon blooming into a floral heart of Violet, Jasmine, and Cyclamen grounded by a soft base of Vetiver, Musk, Amber, and Cedar.

The bloodline

Bal d'AfriqueByredoStrong

This bottle carries the Bal d'Afrique DNA. Shares 9 notes with the original.

bergamotlemonvioletjasminecyclamencedar+3 more

Climate fit

Hot & Humid Comfortable in heat and monsoon, refreshing without suffocating.

Should you buy it?

Close to the original, test before buying both

Shares most of its notes with Bal d'Afrique by Byredo. If you already own it, this may feel redundant.

Wear in
spring
summer
Wear for
day
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Afrikn Joy bottle

Sample bottle, not actual product

Scent DNA

Accord profile

What your nose reads first

FloralCitrusEarthyPowderySweetWarmWoodyAnimalic

Longevity

6h

Sillage

Moderate

Launched

2023

Alternatives

What this fragrance is similar to

The pyramid.

TTop
First impression, 10–20 min
A
African Marigold
Bergamot
Bergamot
Lemon
Lemon
HHeart
Core character, 2–4 hours
BBase
Lasting drydown, 6–12+ hours

FAQ

Straight answers to the questions people actually ask.

Yes. Afrikn Joy is widely considered inspired by Byredo Bal d'Afrique, following the same direction at a fraction of the price.

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