Question 1

What's the difference between Bal d'Afrique Absolu and Aventus?

Accepted Answer

Bal d'Afrique Absolu is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Byredo (2025) dominated by Citrus accords. Aventus is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Creed (2010) leaning on Fruity accords. They share 4 accords: Citrus, Woody, Sweet, Fruity.

Question 2

Which is better, Bal d'Afrique Absolu or Aventus?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Bal d'Afrique Absolu scores 4.45/5 vs Aventus at 4.32/5. Aventus's standout strength: Excellent projection and longevity, especially on clothing. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Bal d'Afrique Absolu and Aventus smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 5 notes and 4 accords, including Citrus, Woody, Sweet, Fruity, Black Currant. Aventus: Aventus wird in der r/fragrance-Community als hochperformante, universell komplimentwürdige Duftkomposition mit revolutionären fruchtigen Chypre-Charakteristiken respektiert.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Bal d'Afrique Absolu or Aventus?

Accepted Answer

Aventus: Excellent projection and longevity, especially on clothing Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Bal d'Afrique Absolu vs Aventus?

Accepted Answer

Bal d'Afrique Absolu scores highest for spring wear; Aventus scores highest for summer wear. Bal d'Afrique Absolu leans daytime, Aventus leans daytime.

Bal d'Afrique Absolu vs Aventus

Vergleichszusammenfassung

Gemeinsame Noten (5)

Einzigartig für Bal d'Afrique Absolu (4)

Einzigartig für Aventus (8)

Gemeinsame Akkorde (4)

Häufig gestellte Fragen

Community-Stimmungspuls — Aventus

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Eigenschaft	Bal d'Afrique Absolu	Aventus
Marke	Byredo	Creed
Jahr	2025	2010
Bewertung	4.45	4.32
Konzentration	—	—
Geschlecht	feminine	masculine
Gesamtnoten	9	13