Best alternatives to
Alien
Mugler · $135 · honest, independent rankings
Want a fragrance that smells like Alien? Below are 3 independently-rated alternatives to Mugler Alien, ranked by how close we think they smell — with notes, prices and where to buy. The original leans jasmine, cashmeran, white amber, cedarwood. Then layer your pick into a signature scent nobody else wears.
Greets you with jasmine sambac, warming into a heart of cashmeran, finishing on amber and vanilla. An enveloping amber finish that feels expensive and intimate.
Check price →Starts on jasmine, blooming into cashmeran and white amber, resting on cedarwood and benzyl salicylate. Deep and woody, projecting with quiet, self-assured presence.
Check price →Starts on jasmine sambac, blooming into cashmeran and sweet woods, resting on white amber and vanilla. Deep and woody, projecting with quiet, self-assured presence.
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Alien alternatives — FAQ
What is the best alternative to Alien?
Our top-rated pick is Stranger No.84 by House of Twist ($35), which in our subjective opinion smells about 82% similar to Mugler Alien. Greets you with jasmine sambac, warming into a heart of cashmeran, finishing on amber and vanilla. An enveloping amber finish that feels expensive and intimate.
What is the cheapest Alien alternative?
Terrestrial by Alt. Fragrances is the lowest-priced option at $29, versus $135 for the original Alien.
What does Alien smell like?
Mugler Alien opens with jasmine, a heart of cashmeran, white amber, over a base of cedarwood, benzyl salicylate.
Are these alternatives the same as Alien?
No. These are independent fragrances that some people find smell similar to Alien; they are not the original and are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Mugler. Our similarity scores are subjective opinions to help you choose.
Can you layer Alien alternatives with other fragrances?
Yes — that is what LayerDen is built for. Our members get step-by-step layer suites (exact bottles, sprays and placement) that use Alien alternatives to build a signature scent that's unmistakably yours.
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