Manasik: history, bestsellers and everything about the affordable oud and musk oils
Manasik is a perfume brand mainly known for small, alcohol-free 6 ml perfume oils and affordable eaux de parfum. The brand revolves around classic oriental building blocks: oud, amber, musk and rose. Its best-known name is Ameer al Oud, available as an oil and as a spray in several variants. In this article you will learn what is known about the origin of Manasik, which brands it is linked to, who the fragrances are made for and which Manasik perfumes are the most popular.
Manasik at a glance
| Origin | Little public information; the brand is sold by the Indian company Freedom Fragrances, which also carries RiiFFS and Nusuk |
| Related brands | Nusuk, RiiFFS, Al Fakhr, Rihanah and Zaien (same seller) |
| Known for | 6 ml perfume oils and 100 ml eaux de parfum |
| Style | Oriental: oud, amber and musk, complemented by floral and sweet scents |
| Best-known line | Ameer al Oud |
| Price range | Budget |
| Popular in | India, the Gulf region, Europe and South America |
| At Arabmusk | All Manasik products |
History and origin
Little is publicly known about the history of Manasik. We found no founding year, founder or official brand website. Fragrantica does not list a country or company for the brand either.
What we do see: the Indian company Freedom Fragrances from Mumbai sells Manasik on its website, alongside RiiFFS, Nusuk, Al Fakhr, Rihanah and Zaien. It does not say whether Freedom Fragrances owns Manasik or only sells the brand. According to a company profile, Freedom Fragrances belongs to the Attarwala Group, a perfume family that started in Mumbai in 1925 and launched the brands RiiFFS and Nusuk from Dubai in 2018. Some sales listings name India as the country of manufacture. The name Manasik is Arabic and suits the brand’s oriental style.
Parent company and related brands
Because the parent company cannot be established with certainty, we prefer to speak of related brands. Manasik is sold through the same channels as Nusuk and RiiFFS. At Arabmusk we group these brands under Freedom Fragrance, together with Al Fakhr, Fariis, Khususi and Fragrance Couture.
Also read our articles about Nusuk, RiiFFS, Al Fakhr and Khususi.
Where is Manasik popular?
Manasik is widely available in India and from retailers in the Gulf region. In Europe you mainly find the brand online, and in Brazil large drugstore chains also sell the Oud Amber fragrances. In the Netherlands and Belgium many people know Manasik from the small oil bottles in oriental shops.
Who is Manasik for?
- Anyone who prefers not to wear alcohol. The 6 ml perfume oils are alcohol-free.
- Oud lovers looking for an affordable introduction, for example with Ameer al Oud or Oud Cambodi.
- Anyone who likes trying different scents. Thanks to the low price of the oils, you can easily try a few fragrances side by side.
- Women who like soft and floral scents, such as Musk Abiyad or Malikat al Arab.
The most popular Manasik perfumes
These are the Manasik fragrances bought most often at Arabmusk.
1. Manasik Sultan
Manasik Sultan perfume oil
Sweet and powdery: fruity notes and vanilla, with a soft base of iris. The best-selling Manasik product at Arabmusk.
2. Manasik Ameer al Oud Original
Manasik Ameer al Oud Original eau de parfum
The brand’s classic: warm oud with woods and a touch of spice. Unisex. Also available as a perfume oil.
3. Manasik Ameer al Oud White Oud
Manasik Ameer al Oud White Oud perfume oil
Fresher than the original: citrus, coriander and cardamom, with jasmine and rose on oud, sandalwood, amber and musk.
4. Manasik Ameer al Oud Khususi
Manasik Ameer al Oud Khususi perfume oil
Rich and woody: oud, rose and patchouli, with cinnamon and amber on sandalwood, white musk and oakmoss.
5. Manasik Qasr al Oud
Manasik Qasr al Oud perfume oil
Warm and sweet: woods, jasmine and rose on a base of oud, chocolate and leather.
6. Manasik Musk Abiyad
Manasik Musk Abiyad eau de parfum
Clean and powdery: red fruits and apple, with rose and jasmine on musk, ambergris, oakmoss and vanilla. Also available as a perfume oil.
Other popular Manasik fragrances are Oud Cambodi, Shaikh Zayed Oud, Arabian Nights and Malikat al Arab.
Overview: which Manasik suits you?
| Fragrance | Character | Notable notes |
|---|---|---|
| Sultan | Sweet, powdery | Fruit, vanilla, iris |
| Ameer al Oud Original | Warm, woody | Oud, woods, spices |
| Ameer al Oud White Oud | Fresh, woody | Citrus, cardamom, oud |
| Ameer al Oud Khususi | Rich, spicy | Rose, cinnamon, oud |
| Qasr al Oud | Warm, sweet | Rose, chocolate, leather |
| Musk Abiyad | Clean, powdery | Apple, rose, musk |
Manasik at Arabmusk
- Manasik perfume oils: alcohol-free 6 ml oils.
- Manasik perfume sprays: eaux de parfum, including the Ameer al Oud line.
- The Ameer al Oud gift set.
- All brands from the Freedom Fragrance group.
- All Manasik products.
Tips for wearing Manasik
- Dab the oil, don’t rub. Apply the oil to wrists and neck and let it absorb.
- Combine oil and spray. Ameer al Oud and Musk Abiyad are available as both an oil and a spray. Together, the scent lasts longer.
- Start small. With a 6 ml bottle you find out for little money whether a scent suits you.
How a fragrance smells and how long it lasts differs from skin to skin.
Frequently asked questions about Manasik
Which country is Manasik from?
Little is publicly known about this. The brand is sold by the Indian company Freedom Fragrances, which also carries RiiFFS and Nusuk, and some sales listings name India as the country of manufacture.
Are Manasik perfume oils alcohol-free?
Yes, the perfume oils are alcohol-free. The eaux de parfum do contain alcohol. Read more in our article perfume oil vs. eau de parfum.
What is the best-known Manasik fragrance?
Ameer al Oud is the best-known line, with variants such as Original, White Oud and Khususi. At Arabmusk, the Sultan perfume oil is the bestseller.
What is the difference between Manasik and Nusuk?
Both brands are sold through the same channels. Manasik focuses mainly on affordable oils and classic oud, Nusuk on eaux de parfum, deodorants and air fresheners.