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Glowing Beginnings Gift Set (Limited Edition) $122 Value

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What it is: A selection of mini-size fan-favorites made to get skin glowing anywhere. This limited-edition eight-piece set offers an all-day, everyday routine sized to try or travel, plus a sleek bag to stow it.

Set includes:
- Travel-size Gentle Micellar Antioxidant Cleanser (1 oz.): gently lifts away makeup, excess oil, and impurities with a sulfate-free, non-stripping formula to leave skin fresh, hydrated, and balanced
- Travel-size Firming Vegan Collagen Prep Serum (0.34 oz.): infuses skin with good-for-skin vitamins plus vegan collagen to help smooth, firm, and plump
- Travel-size Nourishing Squalane Daily Moisturizer (0.5 oz.): instantly softens skin and replenishes moisture with squalane, avocado, and plum oils
- Travel-size Restorative Niacinamide Night Cream (0.5 oz.): helps restore suppleness and improve skin overnight for a smoother, brighter complexion in the morning
- Travel-size Purifying Blue Clay Mask (0.5 oz.): unclogs and minimizes the look of pores with mineral-rich clay, reduces shine with the help of Salicylic Acid, and soothes with nourishing botanicals
- Travel-size Lightweight Moisture Boosting Oil (0.16 oz.): soothes and hydrates even the most sensitive skin with 100% naturally derived ingredients
- Travel-size Hydrasheer 100% Mineral Sunscreen (0.16 oz.): blocks UV rays to help prevent premature signs of aging while soothing and moisturizing
-Cosmetic bag

How to use: Start your day or end your night by massaging gentle cleanser onto wet skin and rinsing thoroughly with warm water. For a deeper clean (after cleansing), apply clay mask onto your face, avoiding the lips and eye area, wait 10 minutes for it to dry, then remove gently with a (dark-colored) wash cloth before rinsing thoroughly. Apply a few pumps of prep serum into your hands and gently sweep over your face and neck using upward strokes. In the morning, smooth daily moisturizer and then SPF onto your face and neck. At night, press night cream directly onto your face and neck. Add oil to your hydration routine when extra moisture is needed by patting two or three drops onto skin or mixing with moisturizer.

  • $122 Value
  • Allergen-free; fragrance-free; silicone-free
  • Dermatologist tested
  • Noncomedogenic
  • Cruelty-free
  • Vegan
  • Made in the USA
  • Item #10495675
  • Core Product ID 333333JYD7

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The Outset

Founded by Scarlett Johansson, The Outset is a radically gentle, irritation-free collection of daily skin care essentials. They believe that healthy skin begins by nourishing your skin barrier with potent, plant-based hydration and that gentle, effective skin care products can deliver transformational results. Designed for all skin types, even the most sensitive.

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(72)724.8 out of 5
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Most helpful positive review

Jan 10, 2025

what a relief!

I’m allergic to everything. Seriously, run-to-the-dermatologist, need steroids allergic. I give away samples because I can’t take the risk. I never get facials (allergic!). Recently my trusty serum from a different brand was discontinued. Panic ensued. I tried this one based on the ingredients included, and more importantly the ingredients excluded. After a few weeks of careful, graduated use, I am overjoyed to report it actually exceeded the performance of my prior serum. Bonus: it’s 1/3 the cost. My skin is smoother, tone and texture improved, redness reduced, more hydrated and less irritable. I’m so blissfully grateful. Thank you!
rkrogers
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Most helpful critical review

Sept 30, 2023

Second use, bad experience

Complimentary from Outset I had previously used this serum and absolutely loved it, so I was thrilled to give it another go. However, this time around, my experience was quite different. Unpleasant Scent: One noticeable change was the smell of the product. Previously, it didn't have any off-putting odor, but this time, it actually smelled pretty bad. Noticing Dryness: Sadly, I didn't get the plumping and prepping results I was expecting. Instead, my skin felt dry and lacked the hydration it used to have with this serum. I'm not sure if it's due to a change in weather or a formula change, but something definitely felt off. After this experience, I'm hesitant to purchase this serum again. It's possible the formula may have changed, or my skin's needs have evolved. Either way, it's disappointing when a product you once loved doesn't deliver the same results.
JessssG
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Jan 10, 2025

what a relief!

I’m allergic to everything. Seriously, run-to-the-dermatologist, need steroids allergic. I give away samples because I can’t take the risk. I never get facials (allergic!). Recently my trusty serum from a different brand was discontinued. Panic ensued. I tried this one based on the ingredients included, and more importantly the ingredients excluded. After a few weeks of careful, graduated use, I am overjoyed to report it actually exceeded the performance of my prior serum. Bonus: it’s 1/3 the cost. My skin is smoother, tone and texture improved, redness reduced, more hydrated and less irritable. I’m so blissfully grateful. Thank you!
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rkrogers
Size purchased:
One Size
9found this helpful
Oct 11, 2023

Awesome serum

I’m absolutely thrilled with this serum. It’s become a game-changer in my skincare routine. The firming, plumping, and soothing effects are remarkable. It’s gentle and fragrance-free, making it perfect for my sensitive skin. The Allure Best of Beauty award is well-deserved! Gifted by The Outset
Natalia222
8found this helpful
Sept 30, 2023

Second use, bad experience

Complimentary from Outset I had previously used this serum and absolutely loved it, so I was thrilled to give it another go. However, this time around, my experience was quite different. Unpleasant Scent: One noticeable change was the smell of the product. Previously, it didn't have any off-putting odor, but this time, it actually smelled pretty bad. Noticing Dryness: Sadly, I didn't get the plumping and prepping results I was expecting. Instead, my skin felt dry and lacked the hydration it used to have with this serum. I'm not sure if it's due to a change in weather or a formula change, but something definitely felt off. After this experience, I'm hesitant to purchase this serum again. It's possible the formula may have changed, or my skin's needs have evolved. Either way, it's disappointing when a product you once loved doesn't deliver the same results.
JessssG
8found this helpful
Aug 2, 2024

Love this product and highly recommend it!!!

I absolutely love this serum! Being in my 60’s I’ve used a lot of serums, and this one by far is one of the best. In just one week I noticed a difference in the texture of my skin, it was smooth and more even toned, I highly recommend it. I have somewhat sensitive skin and this didn’t bother it at all. I have rosacea and this actually helped calm it down. It also pairs really well with retinol, you put it on before your retinol and then your moisturizer, it’s magic.
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Kid Cracker
6found this helpful
June 17, 2024

My Oh My where has this serum been all my life!!!

This serum is the BOMB. My Skin loves this serum and my skin is very sensitive. I was able to use it over my Retinol with absolutely zero irritation and my skin felt so soft and hydrated. SJ nailed it when she created this product and I highly recommend it, you will not be disappointed.
KidKracker
5found this helpful
June 19, 2024

started with a sample and now a favorite serum

no extra perfumes dyes and i get compliments from people for my skin’s hydration.
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kittyclawS
Size purchased:
One Size
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