Alexandria Fragrances Interplay Extrait vs IBRAQ Balas Rose

The Scent Atlas community has tested both. Here's how they stack up on performance, accuracy and value.

Both fragrances are inspired by Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540 Extrait.

Alexandria Fragrances Interplay Extrait — dupe of Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540 ExtraitIBRAQ Balas Rose — dupe of Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540 Extrait

Comparison

Alexandria Fragrances Interplay ExtraitIBRAQ Balas Rose
Overall rating8.6/10 · 1 review8.0/10 · 1 review
Longevity8.8/108.5/10
Projection8.5/108.0/10
Scent accuracy8.7/107.0/10
Value for money8.2/108.5/10
Price£39£44.99
ConcentrationExtraitEDP
GenderUnisexUnisex
Inspired byMaison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540 ExtraitMaison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540 Extrait

Notes Comparison

Compare the note structure of both fragrances and see which notes they share.

Alexandria Fragrances Interplay Extrait

Top Notes

  • Bitter Almond
  • Saffron

Heart Notes

  • Egyptian Jasmine
  • Cedarwood

Base Notes

  • Ambergris
  • Musk
  • Woody Notes

IBRAQ Balas Rose

Top Notes

  • Saffron
  • Rose
  • Raspberry

Heart Notes

  • Jasmine
  • Vanilla
  • Suede

Base Notes

  • Cedarwood
  • Musk
  • Birch

Shared Notes

  • Saffron
  • Cedarwood
  • Musk

3 shared notes.

Quick verdict

  • Longevity: Wins Alexandria Fragrances Interplay Extrait (8.8/10)
  • Projection: Wins Alexandria Fragrances Interplay Extrait (8.5/10)
  • Scent accuracy: Wins Alexandria Fragrances Interplay Extrait (8.7/10)
  • Value for money: Wins IBRAQ Balas Rose (8.5/10)
  • Price: Wins Alexandria Fragrances Interplay Extrait (£39)

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