LEIGH CAMPBELL: Every single beauty product I use.

Hi, I’m Leigh Campbell, and I test beauty products for a living.

I’ve done so for about 20 years, since I first started working in magazines.

Fast forward to about five years ago andMamamialaunched You Beauty, our daily beauty podcast. Back in those days, we had a weekly episode called ‘In Her Bag’ where we’d ask interesting people to (figuratively) spill all their beauty loot and share what they use on their face, body and hair.

I was the guest on that episode four years ago. My colleague back then, Amy Clarke, forced me to give up the host role and take the hot seat to share my beauty bag (you can listen to that episode here).

I refused for so long because as someone to road-tests them for a living, choosing just one product in each category is almost impossible. It feels unfair because there are so many wonderful serums and foundations and hair masks out there that I honestly love, use and empty.

But, I don't make the rules.

So, herein lies the list of what I currently put on myself from head to foot. Products I love and repurchase. I’ve followed the exact same format as the podcast, with the same categories, just in written form.

Will they be the same products I loved nearly five years ago? Let’s see…

Skin.

Favourite cleanser: Bioberma Sensibio H20 Soothing Micellar Water Cleanser, $32.95.

This micellar water changed the game for lazy girls. Designed to be a complete cleanse, I use it to take my makeup off and as my ‘real’ cleanser, too. No rinsing is required and doesn't leave any residue on the skin.

Favourite exfoliant: Go-To Glow Exfoliator, $40.

A relative newcomer to my cabinet, this chemical exfoliant mixes glycolic and mandelic acids to slough away dull skin while nourishing it at the same time. I use it twice a week at night under my evening skincare routine. It’s the Goldilocks of exfoliants (with a stronger and more mild version also available).

Favourite serum: SkinCeuticals CE Ferulic Serum, $236.

I know the price of this serum is exorbitant, and I’m sorry. HOWEVER. I’ve tried many really good vitamin C serums and nothing makes my skin glow like this guy. Use it in the morning, because vitamin C is packed with antioxidants so helps supercharge your protection from UV exposure when paired with sunscreen.

Favourite day cream: Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hyaluronic Acid Water Gel, $35.

I have combination skin so always look for lightweight moisturisers that will hydrate without looking greasy or oily under my makeup. This one ticks all the boxes. It plumps skin and leaves it feeling juicy but not suffocated.

Favourite face oil: Ipsum Best Skin Enriching Face Oil, $58.

This Aussie Lady Startup makes the most delicious skincare. This bottle is packed with olive fruit, hempseed, rosehip, apricot, sea buckthorn, pomegranate, and Kakadu plum seed oil. It’s a cocktail of nourishment for your face.

Favourite night cream: Lancome Renergie HPN 300 Peptide Cream, $185.

This luxe anti-ageing cream is packed with 300 (!) types of peptides plus hyaluronic acid and niacinamide. It can be used both morning and night, but I save it for the last step of my evening routine. It’s delicious to use and leaves skin looking and feeling better by morning.

Favourite face mask: James Cosmetics 24k Rose Gold Eye Masks, $35 (pack of five).

These look like a gimmick but get serious results. I apply a pair for fifteen minutes before I do my makeup if I’m going somewhere fancy — they smooth fine lines and plump the area, leaving the perfect canvas for concealer.

Makeup.

Favourite foundation or tinted moisturiser: Revlon Illuminance Skin Caring Foundation, $42.95.

This only launched a few months ago, but I have been reaching for it most days since. Super easy to apply and blend, it gives a good glow, offers medium coverage and does good stuff to your skin while you’re wearing it, too.

Favourite concealer: Rare Beauty Positive Light Under Eye Brightener, $42.

I've lost count of how many times I’ve recommended this product. Technically, it's not a concealer, but I use it as one because it’s lightweight and hydrating so it doesn't settle in my lines but makes the under-eye area more radiant.

Favourite blush: Holme Beauty Embodiment Blush in Phoebe, $55.

I don't wear blush all the time, but when I do, it’s this one. A mix between a cream and a liquid, it offers luminosity without glitter or sparkles. I dab a tiny dot on my pointer finger and tap on it to blend. Instant healthy flush.

Favourite bronzer: Mecca Max Sunlit Bronzer in Light, $26.

I absolutely adored the previous version of this blush. The formula was recently updated, and it’s still great, thankfully. The powder is finely milled and buildable, meaning you get great warmth without going OTT with the first swipe.

Favourite highlighter: Fenty Beauty Eaze Droplit All Over Glow Illuminator, $52.

I love how versatile this product is. You can mix it with moisturiser or foundation, but I mostly use it as a cheekbone highlighter — I tap it onto the high points near my temple and it gives a subtle sheen that isn't at all sparkly. It’s also beautiful on the collarbone.