Illusion
AjmalEau de Parfum2009
Side by side
Illusion vs. Alien
Is Illusion better than Alien?
Alien projects louder.
Why this score
Performance proximity
Gender alignment
Accord profile overlap
woodypowderyfloral
This match is a verified relationship from our fragrance graph. The score weighs each fragrance's notes, accords, mood, occasion, weather fit, gender, and performance — the same scale as the badges on every “reminds of” rail.
The essentials
What's different between Illusion and Alien?
| Illusion | Alien | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 2009 | 2005 |
| Gender | Female | Female |
| Perfumer | — | Dominique Ropion, Laurent Bruyere |
| Best season | Fall | — |
Scent DNA
How do Illusion and Alien smell?
Illusion
Rose
Woody
Fresh Spicy
Aromatic
Warm Spicy
Citrus
Patchouli
Vanilla
Alien
White Floral
Amber Floral
Amber
Animalic
Powdery
Floral
Sweet
Oriental
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
What notes do Illusion and Alien share?
Top
BergamotGeraniumRose
Jasmine Sambac
Heart
Citrus fruitsGreen Notes
Cashmeran
Base
CedarPatchouliSandalwoodVanilla
Amber
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
Which performs better, Illusion or Alien?
| Illusion | Alien | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 3.5/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 6-10 hours |
| Sillage | moderate | strong |
No varnish
What do reviewers say about Illusion and Alien?
The powdery rose crowd will appreciate this. Others might find it too familiar. But the warm cedar-and-vanilla drydown does exactly what a good Oriental Woody should, finishes as a skin scent.Illusion
Alien is not subtle. Jasmine leads without apology, cashmeran provides the comfort, amber the afterthought that keeps people asking what you're wearing. It divides opinion for good reason.Alien
The hunt
Where to buy Illusion and Alien
| Illusion | Alien | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 oz | — | $38.95fragranceshop |
| 2 oz | — | $36.95fragranceshop |
| 3 oz | — | $64.95fragranceshop |
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