THE OUTSET

By the time The Outset launched in 2022, Scarlett Johansson had dedicated six years to its development. Having struggled with skin issues for a long time, she envisioned a skincare line that would allow her skin to shine without the need for concealer. Collaborating with industry expert Kate Foster, she created an effective, ultra-gentle, and moisturizing skincare range.

 “For years, I wouldn't leave the house without concealer on. It was an endless cycle of dryness and breakouts and irritation, and the products that were supposed to fix my skin just made it worse. Too many harsh active ingredients were damaging my skin barrier. When I simplified my routine and nurtured my skin with moisture every day, my skin transformed."

Co-Founder Scarlett Johansson

The actress created this essential series with her own needs in mind. With 7 out of 10 people in the U.S. considering their skin sensitive—Scarlett Johansson and Kate Foster included—it’s no surprise that the result is a universal portfolio suitable for all skin types. The beauty secret? Each product features the Hyaluroset™ complex, a plant-based alternative to hyaluronic acid derived from the seeds of Indian golden rain. This unique ingredient delivers immediate and long-lasting hydration, helping to smooth, plump, and diminish fine lines and wrinkles. Studies have shown that it improves the skin barrier in just two weeks.

 “It was really important to me to provide clean solutions that really work, so we included this plant-based innovation in every product.”

Scarlett Johansson, Co-Founder

The range is simple yet comprehensive, catering to every need: cleansing, serum, facial oil, moisturizer, or protective balm—think of it as a modular system where everything can be mixed and matched. It’s a collection that’s as essential as a classic white T-shirt on your top shelf: universal, always stylish, and timeless...

And what is the desert island product from the series?

 "Our Firming Vegan Collagen Prep Serum. It’s a 4-in-1 that hydrates, plumps, firms, and brightens and my skin doesn’t perform the same without it; I’ve become completely dependent on that step." 

Scarlett Johansson, Co-Founder