Details & care
What it is: A body lotion fragranced with a scent focused on beauty and fantasy that is perfumer Ben Gorham's love letter to Africa.
Fragrance story: With this scent, Ben Gorham wanted to sum up and celebrate the reach and influence of Africa through time, particularly the way its myriad of cultures have shaped dance, art and music.
Notes:
- Top: bergamot, African marigold, bucchu.
- Middle: violet, cyclamen.
- Base: vetiver, Moroccan cedarwood.
- 7.6 oz.
- Pump not included
- Made in France
- Item #5478857
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BYREDO
After traveling to his mother's hometown in India, BYREDO founder Ben Gorham became intrigued by scent and memory. Mentored by world-renowned perfumers, he started his line of luxury fragrances in Stockholm in 2006, focusing on raw, high-quality ingredients. Today, BYREDO candles, perfumes and more are known as much for their minimalist, stylistic packaging as they are for their irresistible scents.
Most helpful positive review
Apr 21, 2021
divine
I’ve been using the fragrance from Byredo for some time and recently decided to add a lotion to my collection. It’s divine, smells exactly as the perfume. Wasn’t sure I needed it but I’m so glad I got it, really good.
appelkate
3found this helpful
Most helpful critical review
Dec 16, 2024
Didn’t Like It
Not a fan! It’s super thin and doesn’t have a moisturizing properties. Will be returning.
Brittney26
Verified purchase
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Shaynabe
Mar 1, 2018
Incentivized review
Overpriced
Of course, this lotion is luxurious and smells amazing! However, I didn't consider when ordering that 7 oz is actually quite small, especially for the price. I think I will save it and use it for only my hands, but it definitely is a very expensive product.
6found this helpful
appelkate
Apr 21, 2021
divine
I’ve been using the fragrance from Byredo for some time and recently decided to add a lotion to my collection. It’s divine, smells exactly as the perfume. Wasn’t sure I needed it but I’m so glad I got it, really good.
3found this helpful
Brittney26
Verified purchase
Dec 16, 2024
Didn’t Like It
Not a fan! It’s super thin and doesn’t have a moisturizing properties. Will be returning.
1found this helpful
Toni L
Reposted from spacenk.com
Feb 5, 2026
Love the scent
I was given a sample of the Byredo Bal’D Afrique perfume and really liked the scent. So I decided to buy the body lotion as I have previously bought by Byredo body lotions and like them. As you would expect from this company, this has a luxurious feel. The scent makes it feel and smell expensive. I wouldn’t use this every day as I think it’s too nice for everyday use. This body lotion feels like a real treat so I’ll be saving it for the weekends.
Vlada5
Reposted from spacenk.com
Feb 4, 2026
Nice but overpriced
It’s a nice light body lotion which smells Devine but the scent does not last and I would not say it hydrate my skin super good. It’s an a stage hydration, I think will be good for summer but not for winter, in cold times I use more thicker body creams
Someone who has Perfume would like it because they can layer it together perfectly
rozira
Reposted from spacenk.com
Jan 29, 2026
Perfect layering with the fragrance
This body lotion is a beautiful extension of the Bal d’Afrique scent. The texture is lightweight, absorbs quickly, and leaves the skin soft and comfortable, without a greasy feel. The fragrance is elegant, warm, and well-balanced, staying close to the skin. When layered with the Bal d’Afrique perfume, it enhances the scent beautifully and helps it last longer while remaining refined and never overpowering. Used on its own or paired with the fragrance, it feels luxurious and elevates the entire routine. A perfect match for anyone who loves this iconic scent.
