Arabiyat: history, bestsellers and everything about the brand behind Musk Tahara
Arabiyat is the best-known perfume brand of the My Perfumes group from the United Arab Emirates. The brand makes affordable oriental eau de parfums and perfume oils, with oud, musk, amber and rose as its building blocks. Musk Tahara, Lamsat Harir and the Khashab & Oud series are well-known names. In this article you will learn where Arabiyat comes from, how the brand relates to My Perfumes, who the fragrances are made for and which Arabiyat perfumes are the most popular at Arabmusk.
Arabiyat at a glance
| Origin | United Arab Emirates |
| Active since | No official launch year found; according to the company, the parent company has existed since 1993 |
| Parent company | My Perfumes (Dubai) |
| Sister brands | Arabiyat Prestige, Otoori, MPF and My Perfumes Select |
| Known for | Musk Tahara, Lamsat Harir, Khashab & Oud, Oud al Layl |
| Style | Classic oriental: oud, musk, amber and flowers, sometimes with a sweet twist |
| Price range | Budget to mid-range |
| Popular in | The Gulf region, Europe, North America and Asia |
| At Arabmusk | All Arabiyat products |
The history of Arabiyat
Arabiyat is an in-house brand of My Perfumes, a family business that, according to its own website, was founded in the Emirates in 1993. We could not find exactly when the Arabiyat name was introduced. What is clear is that the brand has grown into the group’s flagship. According to Gulf News, the more luxurious line Arabiyat Prestige was the centrepiece of My Perfumes’ presentation at the Beautyworld Middle East 2024 trade fair.
Alongside the classic Arabiyat line, there are now sub-lines such as Arabiyat Prestige and Arabiyat Sugar. The range runs from eau de parfums and perfume oils to bakhour, deodorant and home fragrances.
Where does Arabiyat come from?
Arabiyat is an Emirati brand. The name roughly means ‘Arab (women)’ and refers to the Arabic fragrance tradition. You can see that in the fragrances: lots of oud, saffron, rose and musk, combined with fresher or sweeter accents for a wider audience.
Parent company and sister brands
The parent company is My Perfumes. Read more in our article My Perfumes: the company behind Arabiyat. Sister brands include Otoori, known for bakhour and a concept for mixing your own fragrance, and the niche line My Perfumes Select. You will find all brands of this group in our My Perfumes collection.
Where is Arabiyat popular?
According to the company, the group sells in more than 90 countries. Arabiyat is the brand you come across most often internationally, from the Gulf region to Europe and North America. In the Netherlands and Belgium you will mainly find Arabiyat in oriental shops and web shops.
Who is Arabiyat for?
- Lovers of classic oriental fragrances, such as oud, amber and rose.
- Anyone looking for a fresh musk scent. Musk Tahara is clean and floral, which makes it widely wearable.
- Anyone who wants an affordable Arabic eau de parfum without sacrificing character.
- Anyone who prefers alcohol-free. Arabiyat also has perfume oils, such as Badr and Khashab & Oud White.
Most Arabiyat fragrances are unisex. Lamsat Harir is mainly for women, Al Faris for men.
The most popular Arabiyat perfumes
These are the Arabiyat fragrances that are bought most often at Arabmusk.
1. Arabiyat Musk Tahara
Arabiyat Musk Tahara eau de parfum
Fresh and floral: lemon, bergamot, jasmine and saffron, with rose, sage and honey in the heart and a base of white musk, amber and sandalwood. Clean and easy to wear.
2. Arabiyat Lamsat Harir
Arabiyat Lamsat Harir eau de parfum
‘Lamsat Harir’ means ‘silken touch’. A warm fragrance with a soft floral undertone, especially popular with women.
3. Arabiyat Oud al Layl
Arabiyat Oud al Layl eau de parfum
Rose, orange and fruit, followed by violet, cedarwood and a sweet touch, on a base of moss, musk and patchouli.
4. Arabiyat Al Faris
Arabiyat Al Faris eau de parfum
For men: cypress, geranium, orange blossom and lemon, with amber, ylang-ylang and jasmine and a base of cashmeran, musk and vanilla.
5. Arabiyat Khashab & Oud Gold
Arabiyat Khashab & Oud Gold eau de parfum
‘Khashab’ means wood. A warm, woody oud fragrance with a soft sweetness. Also available as Khashab & Oud Brown, spicier with rose, and as the perfume oil Khashab & Oud White.
6. Arabiyat Badr
Arabiyat Badr perfume oil
Alcohol-free, floral and fruity: rose, lily, orange and honey on a base of musk and patchouli.
Other Arabiyat fragrances include Desert Oud, smoky wood with choco musk, and Zahoor al Lail.
Overview: which Arabiyat suits you?
| Fragrance | Character | Notable notes |
|---|---|---|
| Musk Tahara | Fresh, floral | Bergamot, rose, white musk |
| Lamsat Harir | Warm, softly floral | Flowers, warm base |
| Oud al Layl | Floral, woody | Rose, violet, patchouli |
| Al Faris | Fresh, aromatic | Cypress, orange blossom, vanilla |
| Khashab & Oud Gold | Woody, warm | Oud, wood |
| Badr | Fruity, floral | Rose, honey, musk |
Arabiyat at Arabmusk
- Arabiyat perfume sprays: the eau de parfums.
- Arabiyat perfume oils: alcohol-free.
- Bakhour, such as Oud Hindi and Bahar al Arab.
- All Arabiyat products.
- All My Perfumes brands.
Tips for wearing Arabiyat
- Musk Tahara for every day. A fresh, clean fragrance that works well at the office and in summer.
- Oud for the evening. Khashab & Oud and Desert Oud are warmer and fuller; start with one or two sprays.
- Layer with an oil. Apply a perfume oil first and spray on top for longer wear.
How a fragrance smells and how long it lasts differs from skin to skin.
Frequently asked questions about Arabiyat
Who owns Arabiyat?
Arabiyat is a brand of My Perfumes, a perfume company from Dubai in the United Arab Emirates.
What is the difference between Arabiyat and Arabiyat Prestige?
Arabiyat Prestige is the more luxurious line of the same company, with its own fragrances. At Arabmusk you will mainly find the classic Arabiyat line.
What is the best-known Arabiyat fragrance at Arabmusk?
Musk Tahara is our best-selling Arabiyat fragrance, followed by Lamsat Harir and Oud al Layl.
Is Arabiyat Musk Tahara for men or women?
Musk Tahara is unisex. Thanks to the fresh, clean musk, both men and women love to wear it.