Alien Essence Absolue by Mugler

Not seeing Alien Essence Absolue in perfumeries fills me with nostalgia; I long for that beautiful perfume that feels like magic potion, considering it a true beauty and I don’t understand why it lasted so short a time on the market. This is the most sensual and warm version of all the Alien flankers; between each woven accord lies its spirit, but here its resinous and creamy notes shine. When you spray it, the first thing that invades you is a spiced sensation with a certain medicinal nuance, which as it dries down on the skin turns into an unprecedented opulence; the jasmine is tremendously striking and as seconds pass, it is embraced by cashmere wood moistened by a thick, sweet syrup of macerated vanilla with myrrh, incense, and amber. Alien Essence Absolue gives more than the sensation of a fragrance to spray; it feels like a luxurious, highly perfumed cream ready to be gently rubbed onto your skin; it embraces you, comforts you, caresses you. This fragrance forces you to be well-dressed, to wear it with pride on those cold days and nights charged with elegance and sensuality; its longevity is enormous, over 12 hours, with a trail that goes from intense to moderate; this perfume seems to me the perfect partner for gélid days; if you see it, catch it and treasure it.

Sometimes I feel they discontinue or reformulate the best perfumes, which is a shame. This is my favourite Mugler, alongside Angel Muse; if I had to keep only ten, these two would be in. Alien Essence Absolue is very similar to Alien but warmer, sweeter, and more oriental. To that otherworldly jasmine are added cashmere wood, amber, myrrh, and vanilla. Over time, the jasmine steps back, letting the amber and a wonderful, enveloping vanilla take centre stage. I detect a hint of anise, probably from the blend. It is intoxicating, sexy, powerful, feminine, and luminous—so pleasant and warm it feels like a hug on a cold day. It has a beautiful evolution, is very long-lasting, and has moderate sillage (though I own the reformulated version). I wish they would bring it back as a special edition; I’d buy it again in a heartbeat. It’s sad to see it fade into oblivion. P.S.: If you love it, I recommend Federico Mahora’s equivalent. It smells identical, lasts over 10 hours, and is my alternative since it’s no longer worth paying the outrageous prices.

I managed to get this sealed, never-used relic almost by chance. Personally, I’m much happier with the regular Alien. They are similar only in the type of jasmine. This perfume takes another direction that may not please everyone, and possibly for that reason it was discontinued. It has a very marked balsamic aspect and is slightly smoky. It conquers much more than the regular Alien. The hype created by some discontinued perfumes is tremendous. In this case, it smells good, it’s good, it’s different from the common… To me, it projects less and doesn’t last as well as its brother. And without going further, Goddess Intense seems even more intense to me. That’s all. It’s not worth creating such anxiety over this perfume. If you have the first Alien, I say you’ll be equally satisfied even without the Essence. If you’re a collector freak, okay, but to me, other perfumes make me much happier than the scent this one has. Edit: In its dry down, it has a PlayDoh-style vanilla, similar to that of a Hypnotic Poison.

I tested this fragrance and couldn’t stop commenting because it is intensely magnificent. If Alien was perfect in its simplicity, Essence Absolue is perfect in its complexity. The jasmine is dyed with sweet brushstrokes of vanilla with a more amber and intense base. Creamier and candied, but not youthful; on the contrary, more stately and nocturnal. Despite testing it in great heat (and with only one spray), it didn’t saturate me at all; I don’t think it’s as flat as Alien, although it clearly develops better in winter. If Alien EDP fascinates you, Essence Absolue will obsess you, but if Alien seems too much to you, look elsewhere, because E.A. has legendary power (perhaps try A. Eau Extraordinaria where the classic composition is ‘refreshed’). It’s not just an intense version, but an enriched, gourmand and updated flanker. Alien seemed unbeatable, but Pierre Aulas with this deep masterpiece I don’t know if he equals or surpasses it.

Mixed by your notes, I wake up in a dream: I am a tree, wood devoid of green and pulp, but filled with hidden gems pregnant with jasmine that satisfy my wooden hands, swollen with balsamic chachemira and vanilla seeking to touch the sky. I embark on my millimetre-long journey towards a Ra that guides me with solar rays of incense and myrrh. The day has arrived: my wood has touched your fire, the treasures I carry perfume you and your warmth accompanies me; I no longer need to raise my eyes to find you… you dazzle like the sun, but now also through my pores. It has spilled on my skin, a song of love. Its verses smell of jasmine, fossilised in golden amber, longing to shine in the sunlight. Your music envelops and elevates me, and I know that when I ‘hear’ you, it is possible that you are all of life.

I saw it come out online many times, but I was so in love with my Alien EDP that it didn’t catch my attention. I was gifted a sample of Alien Essence Absolue and must admit that smelling it in the bottle it just smelled like Alien. It was when I applied it to my skin that I noticed how wonderful it is. It keeps the original DNA and managed to improve something that was already perfect. It’s like an Alien wrapped in a velvet blanket with an overdose of vanilla, very cosy and intoxicating. I agree with SeleneHdez: the opening has a hint of root beer and I sense a touch of creamy chocolate (even though it’s not listed in the notes). The only drawback is how difficult it will be to get hold of. Wide trail and extraordinary longevity.

I must say I share Chelo1’s review 100%. We’ve had parallel stories with this perfume; I also postponed the moment of possessing you. You are absolutely beautiful in our first encounter and in my memory, so you will always be perfect. Now that we possess each other, for me you remain a mystery: you place me in ancient Egypt, you are an exultant pharaoh, a golden pyramid full of esoteric treasures, and an irrepeatable hieroglyph of wood, jasmine, amber, incense, and myrrh. To decipher you, a part is missing: skin. And if you succumb to it, the soul does too. Thanks to your judgement and sensitivity, may my reviews be to your liking; it is a gift to me. Thank you a thousand times!

Alien Essence Absolue is the little sister of Alien, a sweet flanker dedicated to those who can’t quite pull off the original or want to vary their scent. It has that beautiful Mugler vanilla, without being cloying, and an intense heart. It’s the perfect option if you don’t dare with Alien: it’s like wearing a Doberman that has been soothed and licks passers-by, yet remains beautiful, potent, and balanced. Mugler uses everything very well, with good longevity and trail. It’s original, classy, and powerful. A flanker that shows its origins but has something extra that makes it attractive. Another great discovery.

I call this a work of art worth investing in. It is a flanker with sense that, in my opinion, has nothing to envy the original, though undoubtedly it carries its DNA. The opening is powerful and the dry-down is an incredibly delicious vanilla that will accompany you all day. The concentration of essential oils is high; a Mugler employee told me it was between 20-22%. That is why you do not need more than four sprays. It is appropriate for low temperatures. In short, a jewel that both men and women should try. Scent 9/10, Sillage 9/10, Longevity 9/10.

It is a perfume with very high-quality, intense, and warm jasmine, balanced with an elegant, slightly sweet vanilla, accompanied by an amber that makes it creamy and seductive. In addition to lily root and myrrh, it makes it a unique perfume worth getting. I do not detect the incense or cashmere note on my skin. Its sillage is heavy, longevity is over 10 hours, it is unisex, suitable for any season, although its sensuality makes it more tempting in cold and night climates. A blind buy that was a success, one I would certainly repeat.

A feminine and notable perfume. It is warm, penetrating and highly enveloping. When applied to the skin, it smells mentholated (I suppose a mix of jasmine with woody lily), but it lasts at most a minute. When it dries, it changes radically: it becomes creamier, sweeter and balsamic, closer and more pleasant. At the end, a timid vanilla and incense remain, making it irresistible. I think it’s a marvel, although I can’t overuse it because I would soon tire of its intensity; it’s for special occasions. Even so, it’s a great perfume!

Intense jasmine with sweet vanilla that doesn’t cloy, all wrapped in amber. I don’t detect the myrrh, but I’m grateful that Mugler continues to create complex, characterful fragrances. I hope they don’t follow the trend of light, fleeting scents. Ideal for semi-formal or formal occasions; it’s more nocturnal but works well for work if you’re a determined, authoritative woman. It leaves a trail in meetings and offices. Longevity and projection are excellent, as we’ve come to expect from Thierry Mugler.

It’s the same Alien as always with a very evident honey note. The projection and longevity are excellent, just like the original, so adding those woody and balsamic floral notes with a touch of non-gourmand sweetness, it’s understandable why so many women have become hooked on this flanker. It’s not complex or novel, just Alien with a caramel-honey hint. Totally unisex as usual, it lasts a long time, performs beautifully, and adds the detail of balsamic, honeyed myrrh. Not much more to say.

A beautiful, imposing perfume. Woody jasmines with a touch of vanilla. Its longevity and projection are optimal. You will never go unnoticed. Try it if you like oriental scents, with character, amber and woody notes, with smoky touches like myrrh. Another jewel from Mugler. I only recommend that when applying it, you don’t touch your clothes, because its caramel colour will adhere and stain, and you won’t be able to remove it. Don’t forget!

It’s a more potent version than Alien; for me, it’s almost an addictive wonder. It has become one of my favourite perfumes; it envelops me with that vanilla and jasmine scent, lasts for hours, and leaves an incredible trail for those of us who don’t want to go unnoticed. It’s very hard to find in Chile, so I treasure it and buy it whenever I see it on a trip. Wonderful is the minimum I can say about this intoxicating elixir.