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Scarlett Johansson Debuts Striking Red Dress at Film Festival Premiere

The actress showcased her back tattoos and discussed her wellness routine during the 'Ray Gunn' premiere.

US Politics • 2 hours ago
Scarlett Johansson Debuts Striking Red Dress at Film Festival Premiere

Scarlett Johansson made a notable appearance at the BFI London Film Festival on Saturday, attending the premiere of the animated film "Ray Gunn." The actress arrived in a striking strapless red gown that highlighted intricate back tattoos, featuring a floral vine and a lamb, which she originally got in 2017.

Johansson posed on the red carpet with her co-star Sam Rockwell at The Royal Festival Hall. "Ray Gunn," directed by Brad Bird, is an upcoming computer-animated science fiction mystery. The plot centers on Raymond 'Ray' Gunn, the last human private detective, who becomes entangled in a conspiracy after being hired to investigate a case involving a pop star named Venus Nova, a role voiced by Johansson.

Beyond her fashion choice, Johansson also shared insights into her health and beauty regimen. She revealed that she incorporates biohacking for digestion and uses specific supplements to maintain her well-being amidst a busy schedule. "I take magnesium at night. It helps me sleep. I feel like it's good for recovery," she stated, noting its positive impact on her central nervous system and digestion.

Johansson also takes a vegan collagen supplement, recommended by a friend to improve hair health, despite her dermatologist’s skepticism about internal supplements. "My dermatologist was like, 'It's everything you put on your skin, that's what counts. Anything you're taking internally, none of that is working.' I'm like, 'I don't believe you. I'm going to try this out,'" she recounted.

Scarlett Johansson's back tattoos.

The actress detailed her evening skincare routine, emphasizing "clean skincare standards" and the benefits of products from her own brand, The Outset, which she founded in 2022. Her routine involves using her brand's micellar cleanser, followed by hydrating products, a serum, moisturizer, and occasionally a boosting oil. She noted that she doesn't always wear a full face of makeup, often just foundation and concealer.

Her morning routine mirrors her evening one, starting with the same cleanser, serum, and moisturizer. She adds an eye cream from her brand before applying light makeup, including concealer, mascara, blush, and eyeshadow. Johansson, who is a mother to two children, mentioned that sometimes makeup application is a step she completes later in the day due to time constraints.

Sam Rockwell at the premiere.

Johansson also touched upon her fitness routine, aimed at maintaining her physique. She previously spoke about being self-conscious about her appearance early in her career due to public criticism.


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