​​Lauren is a freelance stylist and journalist who has been contributing to The Independent since 2021. Specialising in beauty, fashion and lifestyle, she has written extensively about the best beauty products to buy for every budget, from Chanel mascaras to bargain Byoma buys. You can also find her across The Independent Voices and Travel sectors. Lauren has also written for a range of other titles, including Stylist, Refinery29, Eliza, Elle and many more. You can follow her on Instagram @laurencunningha.m.