Question 1

What's the difference between Hanzo and Bal d'Afrique?

Accepted Answer

Hanzo is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Kintsugi Perfumes (2022) dominated by Woody accords. Bal d'Afrique is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Byredo (2009) leaning on Woody accords. They share 4 accords: Woody, Aromatic, Earthy, Green.

Question 2

Which is better, Hanzo or Bal d'Afrique?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Hanzo scores 3.91/5 vs Bal d'Afrique at 4.15/5. Bal d'Afrique's standout strength: Beautiful, unique scent with fresh citrus and creamy sweetness. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Hanzo and Bal d'Afrique smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 4 accords, including Woody, Aromatic, Earthy, Green, Vetiver. Bal d'Afrique: Bal d'Afrique is widely praised for its beautiful, unique scent profile with fresh citrus and creamy sweetness, making it an excellent signature fragrance for warm weather.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Hanzo or Bal d'Afrique?

Accepted Answer

Bal d'Afrique: Absolu version offers improved longevity and performance over original Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Hanzo vs Bal d'Afrique?

Accepted Answer

Hanzo scores highest for spring wear; Bal d'Afrique scores highest for spring wear. Hanzo leans daytime, Bal d'Afrique leans daytime.

Hanzo vs Bal d'Afrique

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (2)

Uniek voor Hanzo (11)

Uniek voor Bal d'Afrique (5)

Gedeelde akkoorden (4)

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Community-sentimentpuls — Bal d'Afrique

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Eigenschap	Hanzo	Bal d'Afrique
Merk	Kintsugi Perfumes	Byredo
Jaar	2022	2009
Beoordeling	3.91	4.15
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	13	7