Purcell Skincare Review: Real Routine, Textures, Results & Who It Suits

Beauty & Skincare • Korean Culture • Lifestyle & Slow Living

Updated October 2025 with clearer product names, routine order, and textures.

When I first saw Purcell’s probiotic ampoules, colostrum mists and peptide serums lined up together, I wanted to know if the routine really delivers. This Purcell skincare review walks through exactly how the products feel in real life – textures, routine order, results over a few weeks – and who they actually suit if you have slightly sensitive, dehydrated skin.

Purcell skincare flat lay on a vanity: serum, ampoules, and cream arranged for a simple, science-led routine. — My current Purcell lineup — simple, science-led, and glow-friendly.

Why Purcell caught my eye

Back when I worked in the UK at Hurst – the publisher behind Elle, Harper’s Bazaar, and Esquire – beauty was everywhere. Luxury creams, high-street staples, nonstop launches; I tried it all. In Korea, beauty feels different: everyone shops Olive Young, prices are kind, formulas lean clean, and designs are fun. That’s where I noticed Purcell: science-first wording, modern bottles, and clear labels – so I tested a full routine.

What I Tried

Purcell Pixcell Biome, Colostrum ampoules, Glutathione liposome, Peptide formula and Vita Toning on marble — The Purcell products I actually used.

Pixcell Biome™ Ampoule (20억/mL, 30mL) — probiotic concentrate for the skin microbiome.
24/7 Colostrum Pore Defense Ampoule — hydration + pore care; great as a mid-day spritz.
Glutathione Flexible Liposome (880억/mL, 30mL) — brightening; works, but the scent is strong.
82% High-Dose™ Peptide Formula — bounce and firmness.
Pixcell Biome™ Vita Toning Solution — refreshing toner step.
Colostrum Incubate Ampoule — nourishing night layer.

Where to buy Purcell skincare

If you are curious to try Purcell, you usually have a few options depending on where you live. I bought mine in Korea, but you can also look online:

Purcell official site (Korea): purcell.kr (Korean site)

Global K-beauty retailers: you will sometimes see Purcell on multi-brand sites like StyleKorean and similar K-beauty stores that ship internationally.

Amazon: selected products such as Pixcell Biome™ Ampoule and 82% High-Dose™ Peptide Formula are sometimes available, but stock can change.

Always double-check ingredient lists and seller ratings, especially on marketplaces, and treat these links as a starting point rather than medical or purchasing advice.

How I Use Them (Morning to Night)

Close-up textures of Purcell serum, gel and creamy ampoule on skin — Light, layerable textures—dewy without heaviness.

Morning

Cleanse → Vita Toning Solution → Pixcell Biome → 82% Peptide Formula → SPF. I keep Colostrum Pore Defense in my bag and spritz over light makeup.

Evening

Cleanse → Vita Toning Solution → Pixcell Biome → 82% Peptide Formula → Glutathione Liposome (brightening, strong scent) → Colostrum Incubate Ampoule.

What It Feels Like

Soft water ripples reflecting light, symbolizing hydrated glowing skin — After ~2 weeks: softer texture and a subtle glow.

Textures: lightweight, watery to silky; layers well without pilling.
Scents: mostly mild; Glutathione Liposome is noticeable.
Finish: natural dewy glow that sits well under SPF and makeup.

Results I Noticed

Days 1–3: better hydration, less tightness.
Week 2: more even tone; pores looked softer (helped by Pore Defense).
Week 4: stronger barrier feel and a subtle, foundation-skipping glow.

Pros & Cons

Pros

Ingredient-driven (probiotics, peptides, colostrum, glutathione).
Hydration + barrier support without heaviness.
Clean packaging, approachable price vs. UK luxury brands I used.

Cons

Glutathione Liposome’s scent can be off-putting.
Availability outside Korea varies.
Results are gradual—no overnight miracles.

Who It’s For (and Who Might Skip)

Best for: normal to dry or dehydrated skin, sensitive types, and anyone who likes science-meets-natural formulas.

Skip if: you want a matte finish (very oily skin) or you’re sensitive to strong scents.

About Purcell

Purcell is a science-first Korean brand focused on high-dose, clinically-checked formulas. Pixcell Biome™ delivers billions of probiotics to help balance the skin’s microbiome and maintain a resilient barrier. Many products are cruelty-free and vegan; colostrum lines contain dairy.

Final Thoughts

Purcell Colostrum Pore Defense and 82% Peptide Formula on a tray — My keepers: Colostrum Pore Defense (daytime spritz) & 82% Peptide Formula.

After years of chasing luxury creams, Purcell feels refreshing: effective, affordable, and rooted in skin health. I’d repurchase the Colostrum Pore Defense Ampoule and the 82% Peptide Formula. The Glutathione Liposome brightens, but the scent makes it a maybe.