Mugler 2018 EDT

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Alien Man

by Jean-Christophe Hérault

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Mugler Alien Man is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2018, created by Jean-Christophe Hérault. Alien Man opens with Anise, Lemon, Lavender, and Thyme, settles into a heart of Cashmere Wood, Leather, Geranium, and Osmanthus, and dries down to a base of Amber, Vanilla, and Cashmeran. Mugler's Alien Man carries a Favourite verdict, a musk-led wear.

Divisive, unique, and for some, an absolute masterpiece. Mugler's Alien Man is either a love-it-or-hate-it scent that challenges the mainstream, or it's a generic let-down. You've got to try it yourself to find out.
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  • Unique
  • Mysterious
  • Bold
  • Modern
  • Edgy
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Alien Man Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its unique, sometimes 'weird' profile and decent projection limit its office suitability, but the comforting, spicy warmth and leather make it excellent for dates, casual outings, and even slightly formal events, with minimal sport appeal given its depth.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

In standard patch-test panels

  • Citral Geranial from Lemon

Other declarable allergens

  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium
  • Spearmint Mentha Viridis Leaf Oil from Mint
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Alien Man opens with a fresh, green blast of dill, mint, and anise, underscored by bright lemon and aromatic lavender. This distinctively spicy and herbal beginning softens into a heart of smooth leather, warm cashmere wood, and a hint of geranium, adding a sophisticated depth. The dry down is a comforting embrace of rich amber, vanilla, and the lingering, soft warmth of cashmeran, creating a mysterious and ever-so-slightly sweet finish.

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