Sichuan PepperOpens with
Tuscan IrisHeart
MuskDries down to
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Business Over Pleasure
The morning commute, where the crispness of a new day meets the comfort of familiar routines.
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Business Over PleasureHow it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2021 by Zaharoff, Business Over Pleasure is a Woody Floral Musk fragrance created by Claude Dir. The composition opens with the sharp, invigorating notes of Sichuan pepper and coriander, creating an immediate sense of freshness and energy. This citrus-spicy opening gives way to a heart of Tuscan iris and lily-of-the-valley, which add a touch of floral sophistication without overpowering the more assertive top notes. The base is anchored by musk, cashmere wood, and palo santo, providing a warm, enveloping finish that feels both comforting and enduring.
Apply Business Over Pleasure with two sprays — the citrus and spicy top notes are bright but fade within an hour. The woody base develops slowly, so it's best to let it settle close to skin rather than projecting widely across a room. Ideal for daytime wear when you need that initial burst of energy followed by lasting warmth.
Fig. 01 — Business Over Pleasure, Zaharoff
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Claude Dir
From Curious to Kim KardashianClaude Dir is a Master Perfumer at Mane who began his career at Quest before moving to Givaudan, building a reputation for creative, distinctive compositions.
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