If there’s one thing we need more of right now, it’s a good laugh. At a time when the coronavirus pandemic is taking its toll on our mental health, laughter is one of the best tools we have to take our mind off of things. And lucky for us, the lockdown hasn’t stopped some of the best female comedians taking to social media to share their hilarity with their followers.

From quarantine-inspired Zoom sets to impromptu Instagram live shows, female comedians have been absolutely killing it during lockdown.

At a time when we’re all in need of a laugh, their presence on our social media feeds has certainly been a welcome one. And as we ease out of lockdown and navigate this strange ‘new normal,’ their hilarious takes on mask-wearing, social distancing and post-lockdown behaviour are a comforting distraction from everything that’s going on in the world.

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