Joey Essex walks hand-in-hand with new girlfriend Brenda Santos before packing on the PDA

He split from long-term love Lorena Medina in April but has swiftly moved on with Brazilian model Brenda Santos.

And Joey Essex appeared happier than ever as he walked hand-in-hand with his new girlfriend on Monday as they visited Epping Beauty Clinic in Essex.

The former TOWIE star was clad in gymwear for the outing and opted to sport a pair of short black shorts before packing on the PDA waiting for his treatment to begin inside the clinic.

Stepping out: Joey Essex appeared happier than ever as he walked hand-in-hand with his new girlfriend Brenda Santos on Monday as they visited Epping Beauty Clinic in Essex

The reality TV star teamed his running shorts with a maroon-coloured gym T-shirt, black trainers and baseball cap.

Following his casually clad look, Brenda donned a black adidas sports bra, which accentuated her model frame with aplomb.

The South American beauty also wore a pair of blue tie-dye joggers and wrapped a black varsity jacket around her waist.

Brenda accessorised her athleisure-inspired appearance with a pair of white trainers, nineties-style shades and a Chanel handbag.

Packing on the PDA: The couple packed on the PDA while waiting inside the clinic

Packing on the PDA: The couple packed on the PDA while waiting inside the clinic

Low-key: The former TOWIE star, who celebrated his 30th birthday last month, was clad in gymwear for the outing

Pin-credible: He opted to sport a pair of short black shorts

Low-key: The former TOWIE star, who celebrated his 30th birthday last month, was clad in gymwear for the outing

The brunette worked her hair into a low-ponytail and sported minimal make-up as she entered the beauty salon for a treatment. 

Brenda is currently living in London and is signed to Linden Staub Talent Agency, having recently done a campaign for French fashion magazine L’Officiel.

The model appeared to be introduced to Joey’s family at his socially-distanced 30th birthday bash last month and even enjoyed a sun-soaked trip to Ibiza together. 

Their outing comes a month after Joey appeared to flout the UK’s lockdown rules, when he threw a huge party at his Essex home to celebrate his 30th birthday.

To a tee: The reality TV star teamed his running shorts with a maroon-coloured gym T-shirt

To a tee: The reality TV star teamed his running shorts with a maroon-coloured gym T-shirt

To a tee: The reality TV star teamed his running shorts with a maroon-coloured gym T-shirt

Snap happy: Brendawalked closer to the window to take selfie from inside the beauty salon

Snap happy: Brendawalked closer to the window to take selfie from inside the beauty salon

Model behaviour: She donned a black adidas sports bra, which accentuated her model frame with aplomb

Model behaviour: She donned a black adidas sports bra, which accentuated her model frame with aplomb

Model behaviour: She donned a black adidas sports bra, which accentuated her model frame with aplomb

The former TOWIE star took to his Instagram Stories to share images and video footage of himself celebrating his big day with a party around his swimming pool.

Carrying the theme ‘Joey’s Jungle Paradise’, the party included balloon decorations, treats from Chigwell’s Sheesh Restaurant, music − and a snake and tarantula. 

And rather than plump for the traditional number display embraced by so many of his reality TV contemporaries, the star decorated the outdoor space with giant figures spelling out ’29 + 1′. 

His cousin Chloe Sims and pal Vas J Morgan were filmed dancing up a storm as a rendition of Sly & The Family Stone’s disco classic Family Affair blared in the background. Chloe’s sister Demi was also in attendance.

Cosy: The couple couldn't stay away from one another as they waited fro their treatments

Cosy: The couple couldn’t stay away from one another as they waited fro their treatments

Delight: Brenda played with Joey's hair before they were seen laughing and smiling

Delight: Brenda played with Joey's hair before they were seen laughing and smiling

Delight: Brenda played with Joey’s hair before they were seen laughing and smiling

Chilled: They looked relaxed in one another's company

Chilled: They looked relaxed in one another’s company

Angling his camera to catch more of the action, the former I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! star shared a glimpse of the crowds partying at his bash.

With his glamorous girlfriend Brenda seen hugging him as he marked the big occasion, Joey was the life of the party while spending time with guests.

Attendees were also seen mingling in the kitchen, where they danced up a storm together amid the festivities.

And while the celebratory gathering would be all but expected in other times, government guidelines at the time stated that indoor socialising should be avoided, if it’s to be between more than two households at a time.

Waiting: Brenda stood infront of the beautician with plexi glass seperating them

Waiting: Brenda stood infront of the beautician with plexi glass seperating them

Wrapped up: The South American beauty also wore a pair of blue tie-dye joggers and black varsity jacket

Wrapped up: The South American beauty also wore a pair of blue tie-dye joggers and black varsity jacket

Wrapped up: The South American beauty also wore a pair of blue tie-dye joggers and black varsity jacket

Getting chic done: Brenda accessorised her athleisure-inspired appearance with a pair of white trainers

Getting chic done: Brenda accessorised her athleisure-inspired appearance with a pair of white trainers

Further, guidelines at the time also discouraged groups of more than six people meeting outdoors, unless they’re from a total of two households or are in support bubbles.

MailOnline contacted a representative for Joey Essex for comment at the time. 

In keeping with the party’s jungle theme, reptiles and tarantulas were also included as a part of the attractions, with Demi sharing footage of herself getting up close and personal with a spider as she struggled to maintain her composure.

Both Chloe and Demi took to their Instagram accounts to share footage from the early stages of the bash, right up until the birthday boy was presented with his cake.

Trendy: She completed her ensemble with a pair of nineties-style shades and a Chanel handbag

Trendy: She completed her ensemble with a pair of nineties-style shades and a Chanel handbag

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