Question 1

What's the difference between Big and Alien?

Accepted Answer

Big is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Lush (2019) dominated by White Floral accords. Alien is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Mugler (2005) leaning on White Floral accords. They share 3 accords: White Floral, Fresh, Floral.

Question 2

Which is better, Big or Alien?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Big scores 4.05/5 vs Alien at 3.99/5. On r/fragrance, Big sits at 0.0/10 (mixed) while Alien is 6.5/10 (mixed). Alien's standout strength: Strong lasting power and projection. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Big and Alien smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Big: The provided Reddit posts do not contain community opinions about Lush's 'Big' perfume. Alien: Mugler Alien is a divisive fragrance with a passionate but divided fanbase.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Big or Alien?

Accepted Answer

Alien: Strong lasting power and projection Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Big vs Alien?

Accepted Answer

Big scores highest for summer wear; Alien scores highest for winter wear. Big leans daytime, Alien leans evening.

Big vs Alien

Comparison Summary

Unique to Big (3)

Unique to Alien (3)

Shared Accords (3)

Frequently asked questions

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Community Sentiment Pulse — Alien

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Attribute	Big	Alien
Brand	Lush	Mugler
Year	2019	2005
Rating	4.05	3.99
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	3	3