Business Over Pleasure

Business Over Pleasure by Zaharoff is a refined, clean-lit masculine fragrance centered around a bright, powdery iris accented with spicy bergamot, coriander, and Sichuan pepper in the opening. It unfolds into a balanced interplay of white floral, cashmere wood, guaiac wood, and soft musk, forming a subtly smoky, aromatic base. The scent is structured for discretion—its quiet projection and subdued sillage make it ideally suited for office or formal settings where a refined, unobtrusive presence is desired. Despite its lack of olfactory power, many find the fragrance harmonious and pleasant, with a clean, polished character reminiscent of Prada L'Homme or Dior Homme Eau, without the aggressive edge. While the projected performance is consistently described as weak or fleeting—lasting barely past two hours on most skin types—it develops a persistent, skin-scent presence that lingers well into the day, especially when applied generously. The overall impression is of a well-blended, cleverly constructed signature scent that prioritizes character and subtlety over power or longevity.