Ekos Alma Eau de Parfum vs Alien Aqua Chic Eau de Toilette

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Ekos Alma Eau de Parfum bottle Ekos Alma EDP
EDP Concentration EDT
F Gender F
2019 Year 2012
££ Price Tier ££
Alien Aqua Chic Eau de Toilette bottle Alien Aqua Chic EDT

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Ekos Alma EDP
This isn't just a perfume; it's a Brazilian masterpiece, utterly unique and complex. It's divisive only because some find its intense, dark character too much for tropical climates, but for many, it's a niche-quality gem that stands shoulder to shoulder with designer titans. Don't blind buy, but prepare to be captivated.
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Our Verdict - Alien Aqua Chic EDT
This flanker is a divisive one: some find it a delightful, fresher take on the original Alien, perfect for warm weather. Others argue it's just a watered-down version, lacking the distinct Alien magic. Expect a lighter touch, but don't expect it to stray too far from the familiar.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Ekos Alma EDP
Alien Aqua Chic EDT

Notes

Accords

Ekos Alma Alien Aqua Chic
100%
Balsamic
Citrus
100%
67%
Floral
95%
57%
Fresh Spicy
93%
92%
Woody
81%
79%
Amber
77%
50%
Fresh
65%
61%
Aromatic
44%
Herbal
54%
52%
Aquatic
46%
Patchouli
100%
100%
Floral shared
67%
95%
Fresh Spicy shared
57%
93%
Woody shared
92%
81%
Amber shared
79%
77%
Fresh shared
50%
65%
Aromatic shared
61%
44%
54%
52%
46%

Performance

Ekos Alma Alien Aqua Chic
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Ekos Alma

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Winter

Built for the cooler edges of the year - autumn and spring pair best.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its strong projection and exceptional longevity, Ekos Alma is best reserved for evening or special occasions. Its intense balsamic and woody character, described as dark and strong, leans away from casual or office wear, excelling instead in formal or intimate date settings where its complexity can truly shine.

Alien Aqua Chic

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its lighter, fresher profile makes it highly suitable for office and casual wear, a common sentiment in reviews. While it maintains some of the original's character, its reduced intensity and citrus-freshness make it less ideal for formal settings and more versatile for daytime activities.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
87%
Key Similarities

Both lean woody, amber, floral

Key Differences

Adds amber and freesia, drops benzoin and bergamot

Where to buy

Ekos Alma EDP
Alien Aqua Chic EDT
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