Shannon Lawlor
Shannon Lawlor is a renowned beauty journalist and has contributed to Who What Wear’s beauty content since 2020. As a leading beauty editor, expert and brand consultant, she has over eight years of experience working for some of the industry’s most esteemed titles, including Who What Wear (of course), Glamour UK, Stylist, Refinery29 and Fabulous.
Having also worked behind the scenes with some of the industry’s biggest brands and retailers, Shannon has a unique insight into what people really want from their beauty routines. Understanding that beauty lovers seek honest, open and responsible advice, she has it made her mission to demystify the intimidating world of beauty, taking a no-frills approach to the most relatable topics.
While Shannon is the first to admit she doesn’t hold the answer to every beauty question out there, she is dedicated to sharing her expert insights in a bid to help. As a self-proclaimed lazy girl, Shannon has an affinity for easy-to-use, foolproof beauty products and has made it her mission to scope out the best of the best.
When she’s not working, Shannon is likely soaking in the bath or giving no-holds-barred beauty reviews on Instagram from her bathroom floor.
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The Experts Have Spoken—These 6 Nails Trends Are Set to Be Huge in 2022
Inspiration galore.
By Shannon Lawlor
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I'm a Beauty Editor, and This One Skincare Product Is by Far My Most Asked-After
It's the best facial self-tan around.
By Shannon Lawlor
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Dermatologists and Celebrities Swear By This Affordable Skincare Brand
Everything is under $25.
By Shannon Lawlor
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15 Looks That Prove Chunky Highlights Are the Coolest Hair Trend of 2022
The '90s are making a serious comeback.
By Shannon Lawlor
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I'm Learning the Art of Effortless Beauty—These 7 Looks Are Serving Inspo
Trust me—it's a fine art.
By Shannon Lawlor
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These Zara Perfumes Are So Good I Wish I Could Keep Them a Secret
Jo Malone CBE is involved.
By Shannon Lawlor
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I Stan Bourjois, and It's Finally Being Restocked—Here's What I Love
Some of the best French beauty around.
By Shannon Lawlor
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These Are the Only 11 Shampoos That Give My Thin Hair Any Life
This way for some lift.
By Shannon Lawlor
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Experts Tell Me Brow Pencils Are Becoming Redundant—Here's What I Use Instead
It's all about the natural, fluffy look.
By Shannon Lawlor
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I'm a Makeup Novice, But These 9 Natural Eye Shadow Looks Are Easy
So fresh and so clean.
By Shannon Lawlor
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Whenever My Dark Circles Act Up, I Reach for This One Product
For instant rejuvenation.
By Shannon Lawlor
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I'm Seeing These 5 Nail Designs All Over Instagram, and I Want In
To the salon!
By Shannon Lawlor
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22 Celeb-Approved Skincare Products That Are Actually Worth the Cash
They might be spenny, but they're good.
By Shannon Lawlor
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The YSL Scents That Are Worth Your Money, Ranked by Me
They're some of the best around.
By Shannon Lawlor
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Our Editors Agree This Is the One Skincare Brand That's Just Too Good to Share
We all have this one brand in common.
By Shannon Lawlor
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My Hair Has Never Looked So Healthy, and It's Thanks to These 15 Products
I'm so done with breakage.
By Shannon Lawlor
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I'm a Beauty Editor, and I Never Learned These Basic Makeup Skills Until Now
With some expert help along the way.
By Shannon Lawlor
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These Are the 15 Fragrances to Embrace This Fall
I'm spritzing them already.
By Shannon Lawlor
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This Is Undeniably the Chicest Beauty Brand in Existence, And I’m In Love
I need to get this off my chest.
By Shannon Lawlor
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Here's Everything You Need to Know About Shellac Ahead of Your Next Mani
Yes, there's a difference between Shellac and gel.
By Shannon Lawlor
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Yes, This Is the Single Best Makeup Product for a Healthy-Looking Glow
Radiance, this way.
By Shannon Lawlor
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8 Thickening Shampoos to Have on Your Radar If You're Experiencing Hair Loss
It's more common than you might think.
By Shannon Lawlor
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I'm Saying It—This Is the Only Nail Trend I'm Buying Into This Summer
Bright and beautiful.
By Shannon Lawlor
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If It's Full Lashes You're After, These 11 Mascaras Are Worth Your Attention
We're talking mega volume.
By Shannon Lawlor
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I Love This Subtle Blush Nail Varnish, and It's the Queen's Favourite Too
So low-maintenance.
By Shannon Lawlor