The vending machines have gone viral online
For a weekly roundup of the latest food, drink, and entertainment news, as well as things to do sign up to our newsletter
We have more newsletters
A famous false eyelashes brand has arrived at Lakeside Shopping Centre. Meggi Lashes sells over 50 different lash sets as well as lipglosses, mascara, blusher and more.
However, what makes Meggi Lashes stand out is how they sell them. As well as having a website, Meggi Lashes sells via vending machines in shopping centres.
You cannot miss these machines as they are bright pink and really stand out from the crowd. Just like you would at a regular vending machine you decide what you want, pay and your lashes will be dropped into the tray.
Read more: Incredible Essex pub's private venue with its own karaoke room and cocktail bar
Previously this company has gone viral for its unique vending machines and now Essex finally has one of its own. The new Lakeside vending machine can be found on Brompton Walk and owner Meggi Morgan says opening in Essex is a 'perfect fit' for her business.
The idea for the business came to Meggi when she was working abroad. With just £200 she built up a nationwide following through social media reaching over 750,000 TikTok followers.
Now, Meggi Lashes has almost 20 vending machines up and down the UK and a converted ice cream van and a mobile stall with no plans to stop there. Speaking about the opening of the Lakeside machine, Meggi said: "Lakeside Shopping Centre has long been the number one demand when asking our fans for new location ideas.
"We couldn’t be more excited and expanding to Thurrock is huge for us! When you think Essex you think of getting glammed up so this couldn’t be a more perfect fit".
Victoria Madden, Commercial Manager said: "It is a pleasure to welcome Meggi Lashes to Lakeside Shopping Centre, this is a truly valuable and exciting brand that listens to what the fans want. We wish Meggi and team all the success in their new launch."