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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Whenever I Wear This Product, People Ask Me If I've Been on Holiday
I don't even need a fake tan.
By Shannon Lawlor
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Sunburn Happens to the Best of Us—Here's How to Treat It
For when your SPF wasn't up to the job.
By Shannon Lawlor
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I'm Obsessed With Skincare, But This Unassuming £11 Product Is My Most Coveted
Effective but affordable.
By Shannon Lawlor
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My Skin Doesn’t Like Thick Moisturisers, But I Swear By These Alternatives
Rich creams aren't always the best.
By Shannon Lawlor
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This Rosie HW– and Zendaya-Approved Hairstyle Is Easier to Do Than You'd Think
It's set to be the biggest summer style.
By Shannon Lawlor
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Beauty Editors Swear By This Glowing Body Cream for Summer-Ready Limbs
Believe the hype.
By Shannon Lawlor
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How to Give Yourself the Ultimate At-Home Pedicure
According to an expert.
By Shannon Lawlor
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These Lesser-Known Chanel Fragrances Are Fashion-Girl Favourites
They're next-level chic.
By Shannon Lawlor
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I'm a Tough Critic, But This Dewy Serum Makes My Skin Look Unbelievably Good
It's also making my cottagecore dreams come true.
By Shannon Lawlor
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This Vitamin C Cream Is the Only Moisturiser I Plan on Using This Summer
Like summer glow in a tub.
By Shannon Lawlor
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The 10 Affordable Haircare Brands That Your Hair Will Thank You for Using
According to beauty editors.
By Shannon Lawlor
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Skincare-Infused Makeup Is the Biggest Beauty Trend and I’m Here for It
Say goodbye to makeup-induced breakouts.
By Shannon Lawlor
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If You Struggle to Do Winged Eyeliner, You Need This Product in Your Life
It has revolutionised my makeup routine.
By Shannon Lawlor
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Every Cool Fashion Girl I Know Has One of These Products on Their Shelves
They're making a comeback.
By Shannon Lawlor
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I Always Wake Up With Puffy Eyes—This Is How to Take Them Down Stat
For when nothing seems to help.
By Shannon Lawlor
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I've Been Bleaching My Hair for 10 Years, and These Are the Products I Swear By
Brassiness, be gone.
By Shannon Lawlor
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From Lip Flips to Baby Botox, This Is Your 101 Guide to Aesthetic Treatments
Everything you might want to know (including pricing).
By Shannon Lawlor
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Every Beauty Editor I Know Carries This Cult Lip Product in Their Bag
It has been a staple for years.
By Shannon Lawlor
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Experts Say Skin Prep Is Key for Glowy Makeup—Here's What That Actually Means
It all comes down to one simple product.
By Shannon Lawlor
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These Are the Only Beauty Tips That Matter, According to Our Beauty-Editor DMs
The things we really talk about behind the scenes.
By Shannon Lawlor
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U.S. Beauty Editors Rave About These Products, so I'm Giving Them a Go
What comes out on top?
By Shannon Lawlor
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I Hated Shopping for Beauty Online Until I Learned These 7 Tips
Never get it wrong again.
By Shannon Lawlor
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These Are the Comforting Beauty Products I Get Out Every Autumn
It's officially the season of self-care.
By Shannon Lawlor
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This Is One of the Most Loved Skincare Brands Around—Here Are My Honest Thoughts
It's a celebrity favourite, too.
By Shannon Lawlor
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I Just Asked Alexa Chung's Makeup Artist How to Do Perfect No-Makeup Makeup
For when you want a little something.
By Shannon Lawlor