Cottagecore Makeup Looks To Help You Channel Your Inner Little House On The Prairie Energy

With the leading ladies of Netflix's "Little House on the Prairie" stunning in every scene, we can't help but covet a little bit of that whimsy in our own lives. And what better way to do it than through cottagecore makeup? This beauty trend embodies the natural, rosy look you might imagine from living in a cottage in the countryside. We're talking floral aesthetics, flushed cheeks, just-bitten lips, and Bambi-like lashes, all somehow coming together to create a look that feels effortlessly natural.

Cottagecore makeup looks mostly effortless, but as you probably know, it takes a great deal of planning and skill to make makeup look natural like this. One of the ways to nail cottagecore makeup is to start with the right skincare routine. Cottagecore thrives on radiant skin, so you'll need hydrating serums, moisturizers, and, of course, SPF, because there's a big difference between sunkissed and sunburnt. Makeup-wise, lean toward dewy products that enhance that inner glow. With the basics set, all that's left is some cottagecore makeup snaps to inspire your next look.

Nothing says "I live on the prairie" more than a naturally rosy look. Rosy makeup gives you that outdoorsy, wind-kissed complexion that the Instagram user pictured above nails perfectly. She starts with a soft base using the Dior Forever Skin Perfect lightweight foundation and adds dimension with contour instead of bronzer. One particularly clever trick that she uses is layering a crème-and-powder blush duo over a blush balm stick. The combination creates a strong yet diffused flush that's pretty similar to the Barbie blush trend that took rosy cheeks to the next level. Finish with mascara and, of course, a glossy pink lip to complete the rosy look.

Some of the biggest cottagecore cues are glowing skin, blushing cheeks, and soft eyes, and this look has them all. When we think of cottagecore, the makeup vibe that comes to mind is a simple but homely look that a person kneading dough by a window with an awesome view would wear, and this TikToker embodies the idea splendidly. Some of the highlights of this look are the warm complexion, the romantic lashes, and the soft glossy lips. To really pull off this vibe, a gingham dress with puffy sleeves is a solid choice.

Cottagecore makeup thrives on earthy tones, so if you have copper-red hair, you have a solid advantage. Lean into a warm, earthy makeup palette to complement those fiery hues just like this Instagram user does. Her copper hair paired with a terracotta lip and gorgeous freckles makes her look like she's on her way to pick flowers in the woods on a sunny day. One super useful tip for this look is this celeb-approved makeup trick to help you show off your freckles. It favors light bases with tinted moisturizers that really sell that radiant base and let your natural freckles steal the show.

If you like the simplicity of cottagecore looks but also want to play around with a bit of color, consider going for a whimsical cottagecore look. This Instagram makeup maven achieves this beat with a solid base and uses Phytosurgence Spectral Shine Radiance Balms for that luminous glow. She layers on two blushes and adds on freckles with Pseudolabs' fake freckles. However, most of the magic happens around the eyes. Beyond the white under-eye liner and mascara, she uses eyeshadow and highlighter for the ethereal look on her upper lids.

Glossy skin and flushed cheeks nail the cottagecore vibe because they mimic the fresh, dewy complexion you might naturally have after spending time outdoors. This Instagram user really leans into this look by allowing the blush sweep from her cheekbones, across the temple, and even over her nose. It's exaggerated, but works because it's paired with matching rosy lips and glossy skin. To really pull off this vibe, she wears curls, one of the hairstyles that completes a dreamy cottagecore look.

One way to embody cottagecore energy is to pick a palette based on a flower that suits your undertones. Start by finding out your colors for fashion and beauty, and then select flowers that fall into your range. Go with a subtle base, fill out your brows naturally, and use a flower-based shade over your eyelids. Add a bit of shimmer, some eyeliner, and then some mascara or natural-looking false lashes. Apply blush from your cheekbones to your temples and finish with a soft pink lip.