Dua
Alienated Essence
Best Mugler Alien Dupe
Dua Alienated Essence is a clone of Mugler Alien, with a 78% accuracy score and about 75% cheaper than the original.
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78% MatchInspired by $150 originalSave about 75%
Accuracy Breakdown
Overall Accuracy78%
You SaveAbout 75%
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The Scoop
Alienated Essence captures the distinctive woody-amber heart and jasmine character of the original Alien quite competently, with a similar ethereal, mineral quality. However, the clone exhibits slightly less depth in the base and a marginally softer projection compared to Mugler's powerhouse formula, making it feel less commanding on the skin.
Key Differences
The clone trades some of the original's creamy cashmeran richness for a more straightforward woody-amber profile, and longevity is noticeably shorter (5-6 hours vs 8+ hours). Sillage is also somewhat more intimate on Alienated Essence.
Fragrance Profile
★ 4.4 community ratingBest Seasons
Spring88%
Summer81%
Fall / Autumn98%
Winter100%
Community Insights
★ 4.4 from 30 ratingsWhat people who wear Dua Alienated Essence report, based on votes and reviews from a large fragrance community.
Main accords
amber
white floral
balsamic
woody
vanilla
smoky
powdery
warm spicy
Day or night
Day
Night
People say it reminds them of
Mugler Alien Essence Absolue 27
What wearers say
“I've let this macerate for almost a month after purchase, and it smells incredible, an identical dupe for Alien Essence Absolue. Extra buttery and oily amber, jasmine, and vanilla, very decadent.Major projection, enters the room before you do.Best suited in cool/cold weather.”
“(I don't have a sample of Mugler's Alien Essence Absolue for comparison). This has the same amber that is in Alien Mugler. This is a very smooth amber and is an enchanting fragrance. The jasmine here is not loud like in Alien, but it is still very pretty. This is a very wearable fragrance for work too, only if you spray lightly.BTW, this is a freshly delivered bottle, no maceration time needed. Still smells great!Edit: I have a sample of Mugler's Alien Essence Absolue now. This Dua smells just like it, so I suggest buy that since the Mugler is very hard to find, or a ridiculous price.”
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