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We’ve officially found the beauty bargain of the month, and packed full of almost £1000 of best-selling beauty must-haves, we predict it’s going to sell out fast.

Whether you’re gifting someone else or yourself, the new LOOKFANTASTIC Beauty Vault is a huge beauty treat set to win you some serious brownie points.

Worth over a whopping £705 but yours for just £150 (a huge saving of £555), this year’s Beauty Vault is the brand’s most luxurious curation yet, filled with skin, hair and makeup must-haves loved by the masses – but, back by popular demand, it’s not likely to stick around for long.

LookFantastic The Beauty Vault (worth over £705)

Bigger and better than beauty boxes gone by, this top-rated vault features 15 full-size icons from some of the world’s most coveted brands, from Sol de Janeiro and Fenty Beauty to Color Wow, Medik8 and Anastasia Beverly Hills.

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Bigger and better than beauty boxes gone by, this top-rated vault features 15 full-size icons from some of the world’s most coveted brands, from Sol de Janeiro and Fenty Beauty to Color Wow, Medik8 and Anastasia Beverly Hills.

In fact, everything in the coveted vault is a full-sized product, making stocking up on iconic brands incredibly affordable.

Take, for example, the Rodial Bee Venom Eye Cream. This viral Rodial product is worth an astonishing £145 (£5 shy of the cost of the vault itself), a total bargain if you’d been looking to snap it up anyway.

Gentle enough to use on the delicate skin around the eye area, this cream works to rejuvenate your skin’s elasticity, as well as smooth the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. ​

Another impressive product in the vault is the Medik8 Daily Radiance Vitamin C 50ml, a top-seller from the brand.

Worth £59, this two-in-one moisturiser combines a potent vitamin C concentrate with SPF 30 to shield against the sun’s rays while preventing and smoothing the appearance of fine lines.

Alongside makeup must-haves, more skin essentials and even an impressive microcurrent device, this beauty edit truly has everything you could need to treat yourself or someone special.

Whether you’re looking to stock up on your most-loved formulas or try out some viral hits before committing to them full price, the LOOKFANTASTIC Beauty Vault is an edit you’re going to want to get your hands on now while it’s still in stock.

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Life is hard; whether it’s being overlooked for a longed-for promotion, getting ghosted unexpectedly after an amazing date, or rising heating bills, there is always something to make you want to scream.

But while once it was something one did alone in a car or into a pillow, our wails are no longer being muffled — instead, people are being actively encouraged to publicly and unashamedly let it all out.  

Primal scream therapy was first popularised in the 1960s by psychologist Arthur Jano, but now it’s back in the spotlight, thanks to social media. It began with viral TikToks of people meeting in the USA for the sole purpose of screaming together. Soon, the phenomenon spread across the Atlantic, popping up in UK cities including Manchester, Birmingham and London.

Mona Sharif accidentally founded Scream Squad after posting a TikTok saying that she needed a scream following an argument with her brother about who gets the bigger bedroom in their home.

‘Conveniently, I was crashing out when scream clubs were trending,’ Mona, who was also feeling lost after quitting her ‘dead-end’ legal job in April, says to Metro with a laugh.

So after getting her way with the bedroom after calling their dad, Mona decided to hold her own screamfest and posted a Canva-made invite across her social media channels.

Letting out frustration by screaming isn’t new to Mona, who has ADHD and has been getting counselling for 12 years. She was introduced to the practice at age 22 by her therapist while going through a difficult time. ‘Even though I knew the tools to manage stress, she could still sense anger, and thought it could help,’ Mona explains.

And so, alongside her best friend, Mona found a nearby hill. ‘We stood in our crocs, held hands, screamed, and then started giggling. It was amazing to feel that instant release; it is a core memory,’ she remembers. 

Mona realised there was a real appetite for others wanting to try when 600 people turned up at Primrose Hill to scream in unison with her for 10 minutes on October 11. ‘It was pure chaos, and I was so overwhelmed as I didn’t expect so many. All the videos make me giggle because I look like a cult leader when I speak to the crowd. It makes me think of the Minions’ “Tonight, we steal the moon” scene,’ Mona, 26, jokes.

The second session at Parliament Hill, attended by Metro, was more organised, with Mona asking people to think of their reasons for being there. They ranged from working in healthcare, astronomical rent prices, and men feeling like society expects them to keep their emotions in. 

‘Scream squad is not a replacement for conventional therapy; it isn’t going to heal you or resolve problems, but it is a way to let it rip,’ explains Mona.

Almost a third of UK adults have tried to find therapy in the past year, according to BCAP, while NHS waiting lists are ever-increasing, and private sessions usually cost around £80 per hour, so it makes sense that alternatives are taking off.

‘It’s a way to relieve temporary stress and frustration, and it opens doors for conversations. People’s first instinct is to seek professional help, but some problems can be solved by speaking to one another,’ adds Mona. 

‘I had tears in my eyes because people got so much from it. One girl said she worried that moving to London was a mistake as she felt lonely, then ended up getting ice cream with others who attended.’

‘The fact that people are gathering to scream in a park tells us that there’s seriously an unmet need for community and emotional connection,’ therapist Anna Lancaster tells Metro. 

Explaining how scream therapy works, she says: ‘The screaming activates the vagus nerve, which helps regulate stress, restore balance in the body, and releases that built-up emotion that the body’s been holding onto. In simple terms, our biology is designed to release tension through sounds.’

Wanting to see if I can feel the benefits, I attend the more intimate London Scream Club, who gather on Mondays at 4pm in Hyde Park. ‘Let’s scream together bestie,’ read the fun slogan in their Instagram bio.

It’s a rainy afternoon, and I find organiser Shania Barnes, a culinary arts student, standing with her mum, Raswella Warburton, taking shelter from the downpour under a tree next to the Huntress fountain.

Shania explains that her motivation was to create a third space, after noticing that often socialising revolves around alcohol. At her first event just last week, around 20 people turned up. However, today, it’s just the three of us. The pair are optimistic, telling me they’d mentally prepared for this exact situation and were committed to screaming no matter what. ‘I still get to spend time with my mum,’ Shania says sweetly. 

On top of the weather and speedy turnover of TikTok trends, TV scepticism could also have been an off-putting factor today. Shania tells me that on Lorraine that day, Dr Hilary Jones didn’t hold back, saying he thinks group screams can increase stress levels.

After waiting half an hour just in case, Shania accepts nobody is coming and begins counting down backwards from three. Facing each other, we let out our screams.

As a person who loves abiding by social norms, it feels naughty, but I do get that promised cathartic release. For a few seconds, all I care about is making noise, before I nervously look around to see if anyone saw me. They did, but don’t seem to care.

What feels even better than the scream is the laugh that immediately erupts from me when it’s over. The ridiculousness of the whole thing feels nice, and for the rest of the evening, I randomly giggle as I recall the memory.

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It’s yet to be decided whether screaming clubs have the longevity of growing trends like padel, or are more of a flash in the TikTok pan, but neither Shania nor Mona plans to stop. Shania wants to collaborate with other scream groups, while Mona is planning invite-only weekly events that she can monetise, and monthly open-to-anyone free shenanigans; the next is a special 5km run with ‘designated scream stops along the route’. 

Her motivation is simple: ‘I want many others to experience what I did on the hill with my best friend.

‘Screaming isn’t glamorous or pretty, but anyone can do it and it can work.’ As for me, I plan to take my friends along so they can feel what I did too. If all they get is a good belly laugh at the popristriousness, then surely it’s more than worth it.

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Attention beauty buffs on a budget: One of our favourite affordable beauty brands has just dropped in Boots, and we’re very excited.

The brand is, of course, Essence Cosmetics, and if you’ve never heard of them then you’re in for a treat.

Creating quality, top-rated and often viral makeup products all under £5 (yes, you heard that right), Essence is the brand to shop if you’re after a dupe, a bargain, or simply some good quality beauty bits on a budget.

Back in my day, if you wanted to snap up any Essence products you’d have to make your way over to Wilko. So, when the latter closed its doors a few years ago, fans of the affordable brand panicked.

Not for long though, as Essence can now be shopped in Primark, on Justmylook.com and most recently, to our excitement, Boots.

Boasting everything from cream bronzers and blush sticks to jelly primers, full coverage concealers and nine-shade eyeshadow palettes all under £5, Essence has everything you could need to achieve full-face makeup looks that actually look good.

Take, for example, the long time viral and top-rated Lash Princess False Lash Effect Mascara, yours for an impressive £3.99.

Accumulating over 27,000 impressive reviews, this viral mascara boasts a tapered fibre brush that works to sculpt individual lashes for definition without pesky clumps, instead creating dramatic volume and extended length in as little as two coats.

In fact, numerous reviewers have named it to be ‘far better than the Better than Sex mascara from Too Faced’…

On the hunt for bronzing drops on a budget? Essence’s Drop of Sunshine Bronzing Drops will also cost you just £3.99, but shoppers say they’re ‘a perfect dupe of the drunk elephant ones’.

Ready to upgrade your makeup bag for (far) less? Explore our top picks from the brand at Boots below.

Our top essence picks at Boots

essence Lash PRINCESS false lash effect mascara 12ml

You can finally snap up one of essence's most viral products at Boots! The Lash PRINCESS false lash effect mascara is a fan-favourite for a reason, delivering length, volume and a false lash effect for just £3.99. You won't hear us complaining.

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essence jelly GRIP HYDRATING PRIMER 29ml
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essence jelly GRIP HYDRATING PRIMER 29ml

This gripping primer is designed to keep your makeup on all day, delivering deep hydration and impressing staying power for your base. In fact, users have been calling it 'one of the best primers I've ever used'.

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essence line n' STAIN! TATTOO Lip Liner

Create the perfect long-lasting lip outline with this lip liner stain, yours for an affordable £2.49. The watery texture feels incredibly light on the lips while delivering intense colour, and you'll have your pick of three ultra-wearable shades to choose from.

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essence Soft Touch Butter Bronzer

Chanel who? This £2.99 Soft Touch Butter Bronzer delivers instant warmth and definition to your face, boasting a velvety, butter-soft texture that's easy to build up for your perfect look.

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essence Baby Got Blush

Blending like a dream, this Baby Got Blush is a stunning choice for those after the perfect stick blush. Ideal for on the go thanks to its small size, it delivers an irresistible flush you'll love – whether you apply straight from the stick or using a brush.

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essence 8h Matte Comfort Lipliner

Available in ten gorgeous hues, the 8h Matte Comfort Lipliner is one you'll want to stock up on, ideal for achieving a gorgeously even lined lip. Boasting a waterproof formula that lasts up to eight hours, you'll want on in every bag you own.

shop £1.79

essence soft TOUCH BOUNCY BLUSH

This stunning blush boasts a bouncy, creamy texture that feels soft and cushiony at first touch, then transforms into a silky powder finish once applied. Take your pick from four stunning hues and make this long-lasting and highly pigmented blush a staple in your routine.

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essence DROP OF sunshine BRONZING DROPS 25ml

Get that summer glow for less with the DROP OF sunshine BRONZING DROPS. Blending effortlessly into the skin, these bronzing drops deliver a radiant, all-over glow, perfect worn solo or mixed with your skincare or foundation.

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essence the ROSE edition eyeshadow palette 20 Lovely In Rose 10g

Achieve endless eye looks with this stunning Rose eyeshadow palette, affordable at under £4. Boasting a wearable selection of nudes, pinks and browns in both matte and glitter finishes, this palette makes gorgeous eyeshadow looks easy.

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essence 24ever ink liner 01 Intense Black 1.2ml

Long-lasting, waterproof and highly pigmented, this ultra-black 24ever ink liner makes achieving the perfect wing easy, boasting an extra fine brush tip for sleek lines that last up to 24 hours.

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essence Jelly GRIP REFRESHING ALOE SPRAY 50ml

Refresh, prep, set – the essence aloe spray does it all in one breezy step. Infused with aloe vera, it delivers a boost of moisture and a natural glow while helping your make-up stay beautifully in place, boasting a gel-to-mist formula that transforms from a jelly texture into a fine, weightless mist the moment it hits your skin.

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And all under £5? We’re going to need everything…

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