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Want/Need/Love: Houston's Sephora-Busting Skincare and Other Obsessions

5 things that lifestyle editor Sarah Rufca Nielsen fell in love with this week.

By Sarah Rufca Nielsen January 24, 2017

Drunk Elephant's The Littles

Not to be all like 'we told you so,' but since we featured Houston-based Drunk Elephant skincare in our 2015 holiday gift guide, the line has gone gangbusters. WWD reports that last year it was the fastest-growing skincare line in Sephora's history. Ready to try this effective, all-natural line for yourself? The Littles is a collection of seven minis perfect for travel or checking out what all the buzz is about without dropping major money. $90, at Drunk Elephant.

Shape Reflective Element Run Tight

Reflective jackets for pre-dawn runs have been around for a while, but this being Houston they aren't super useful. Reflective tights are a year-round wearable option, and I love how the entire pattern lights up, rather than just small details. Run safe, kids. $68, at shapeactive.com.

Pierre Hardy Colorblock Clutch

So, I love clutches, but I also love having the full use of both of my hands (usually to double-fist champagne at fancy parties). Therefore my new favorite trend is chic clutches that double as crossbodies and have handles for easy gripping. This color-saturated Pierre Hardy version is perfect to pump up a little black/white dress. $1,095 at Forty Five Ten.

Mignonne Gavigan Le Marcel Necklace

Mignonne Gavigan turned it up to 11 on her line of scarf necklaces, which add beads and other prettiness to fabrics to create the ultimate hybrid accessory. Hat tip to Bailey McCarthy for bringing them to Houston. $725 at Biscuit.

Smith's Rosebud Salve

Every winter dry air hits my lips like a curse. I've tried locally made balms, expensive balms, all sorts of balms, and nothing else works all day like Smith's Rosebud Salve. Some people swear the pot is better than the tube; to each their own. $6 at Ulta.

Late January is all about: fighting off the urge to ignore that pesky resolution, exploring a new skincare routine and avoiding those dreaded chapped lips and discovering all the accessories that should have been on your want list a month ago (doh!).

Sephora, Skincare, Jewelry, Workouts, Workout Gear, Purses

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