Your star sign can reveal a lot about you, from your personality traits and character, to your emotions and even who your perfect love match might be. Over the last few years there has been a real boom in popularity of all things astrological, from makeup brands launching star signed themed products through to social media platforms like Instagram and Tik Tok becoming the home to a growing number of ‘Astrological Influencers’.
You might be surprised to know that your zodiac sign has specific tendencies and preferences which you might want to consider when you are planning in a much needed #selfcareday.
Here at Curvissa, to help you understand more about what you your star sign preferences are we’ve teamed up with celebrity astrologist, Sally Kirkman to reveal the perfect self-care tips according to your star sign.
Aries
Get sweaty
Doing nothing doesn’t come easily to you, so why not kick start your self-care by releasing some of those all-important endorphins. A quick burst of exercise either a vigorous run or a cardio based workout, followed by a hot shower will help to lift your mood and set you up for the rest of your day.
Try incorporating some uplifting essential oils to your shower routine. Oils including Lavender, Ylang Ylang and Roman Chamomile will help to promote a feeling of calmness and relaxation, whilst citrus oils including Wild Orange and Frankincense help to balance your mood and will be sure to leave you feeling zen.
Comfy gym gear
If you’re a typical Aries, you’re happiest in looser fitting fitness clothes. That doesn’t mean you want to hang out in baggy tracksuit bottoms but you like any form of clothing that you can move freely in and doesn’t prohibit you doing anything fast.
Red is your colour, so try incorporating this vibrant shade into your beauty or clothing choices. A bold manicure or lipstick choice will help to instantly lift your mood – even at the gym.
Slow down
As a fire sign, you’re likely to keep going, often until you burn out. Therefore, whilst exercise is great, it’s also important that you actively learn to slow down and develop techniques for releasing stress and anxiety.
As Aries rules the head, including the face, your ideal relaxing treatment is either a facial or head message. However, if a spa day isn’t your style, a trip to the hairdressers for a quick cut and blow-dry will also perk up your spirits.
Aries Self-care Day Recommendations
-Opt for a cardio based workout
-Incorporate the colour red into your clothing or beauty routine
-Indulge in a head massage
Taurus
Get outside
As a Taurus, you have a natural affinity with the earth, so getting out into nature is the perfect way to start your day. Get to your nearest park, or nature reserve and get your shoes off. Connect with earth via some ‘grounding’ – which is the practice of reconnecting with the earth.
Feel the love
Not only are you an earth sign but your ruling planet is Venus, the goddess of love and pleasure. Sensuality is your middle name, and you tend to be at ease in your own body, preferring physical touch as your way to connect and relax. Get a loved on to give you a massage or book an appointment at your local spa to enjoy a long massage of your choice.
Slip into something soft
If you’re a typical Taurus your style will naturally veer towards feminine, soft flowing clothing – perfect for lounging around in. Treat yourself to a pair of soft pajamas, in warm tonal colours, and for the ultimate luxurious feel throw in some cashmere socks and a fluffy blanket to really set the tone for your self-care day.
Taurus Self-care Day Recommendations
– Take a long walk in the countryside
– Have a long massage
– Wrap yourself up in your softest set of pyjamas
Gemini
Burn off your energy
You’re a lively air sign with a quick mind that’s always on the go, therefore it’s vital you find a way to burn off that excess energy. A brisk walk will allow you to ease into some self-care, without feeling like you’re taking your foot off the gas too abruptly. For the ultimate multi-tasking opportunity, invite your friend and enjoy a catch up whilst you walk.
Calm your mind
A common trait shared between Geminis is the feeling of thoughts whirling around your head. If this sounds like you, the ideal self-care tip is taking some time to learn some simple breathing techniques. Another way to calm your mind is to simply step away from the news and social media for the day.
Brighten up your fashion
The classic Gemini colour is yellow, the colour of happiness. A great way to sooth your soul would be to incorporate this colour into your outfit for the day, be it through loungewear or your accessories. Alternatively, with Gemini ruling the hands, treating yourself to a manicure will be a sure way to boost your spirits – you could even add a splash of yellow.
Whichever way you choose to wear it, make it fun!
Gemini Self-care Day Recommendations
– Take a brisk walk
– Learn some breathing techniques
– Treat yourself to a manicure
Cancer
Self-care staycation
As a Cancerian, your home is your retreat, a place where you can rest and unwind from the stresses of the outside world. To embrace some much-needed self-care, switch off your phone, curl up in comfort and enjoy your very own safe haven.
As a kind and caring person, you are often a rock for everyone else around you, however, it is also important to take the time for yourself. Do something you love, whether that be watching your favourite rom-com, or unleashing your artistic side through music or art.
Get wet
Water is your element and therefore swimming or water aerobics are a great choice of exercise to help you unwind and de-stress. If you’re feeling less energetic, use your element as a way to relax, light some candles, pop some music on and draw yourself a hot bubble bath.
Accentuate your figure
Since Cancerians spend so much of their time caring for the needs of others around them, it’s time to make yourself feel good. Being lovers of beautiful things, looking good is important to you. Ditch the dressing gown and pick out some loungewear or lingerie that makes you feel the best version of yourself. This self-care day is all about you.
Cancer Self-care Day Recommendations
-Curl up in your favourite spot at home
-Spend an afternoon getting creative with art or music
-Relax in your local sauna or steam room
Leo
Feel the heat
As a Leo you’re not only a fire sign, but you’re also ruled by the sun. A spa break in the sunshine, surrounded by good friends, or simply unwinding in front of a roaring log fire in winter, whatever your choice of self-care, make sure it involves an element of heat.
Anything that makes you feel special is the right kind of self-care boost for you. Cultivating happiness in your life will lift your spirits and make a big difference to your mental health and wellbeing.
Sun salutation
To incorporate self-care into your exercise routine, why not try traditional or hot yoga. Focus on nailing the sun salutation flow and you’ll reap the benefits throughout the rest of your day.
Wrap yourself in warm colours
Gold and orange are not only the colours of the sun, but they are also your colours. Wear these warm and uplifting shades to instantly brighten your mood. With a love of luxury, treat yourself to some silk pajamas or loungewear and wear an outfit guaranteed to make you feel special.
Leo Self-care Day Recommendations
– Take a hot yoga class
– Relax in front of a log fire
– Brighten your mood by wearing gold colours
Virgo
Breathe in fresh air
If there’s one sign of the zodiac that can be termed health conscious, it’s you. Being that you are a zodiac sign who worry a lot, it is hugely beneficial for you to factor relaxation and quiet time into your daily routine. Be more zen and head outside for a long walk in your area. You’re one of the earth signs so being outdoors and breathing in the fresh air does wonders for you.
Essential herbs and oils
Herbal teas are a great way to soothe you, especially those that are calming and balancing, such as chamomile and lavender. Essential oils will also help to settle any tension and being that you respond well to aromatherapy this will leave you feeling rejuvenated.
Attention to detail is key
Being perfectionist at heart, you like to dress impeccably with even your loungewear tending to be coordinated. You have a high attention to detail and can’t relax unless everything looks orderly and in place. You’ll soon be ready to relax once your loungewear is perfectly pressed and your sheets are pristine.
Virgo Self-care Day Recommendations
– Put on your walking shoes and take a long stroll
– Try aromatherapy with essential oils
– Drink a soothing chamomile tea
Libra
Seek balance
On the outside, Libra’s have a serene exterior, despite feeling unbalanced on the inside. Because you overthink everything, the perfect self-care for a Libra would be trying holistic approaches, focusing on stillness. Light candles and zone out with ambient music to find your Libra calm. Plan your self-care day with your partner or best friend, as alone time isn’t always relaxing for you.
Awaken your senses
Your ruler Venus is linked to the five senses; sight, taste, smell, touch and hearing. Therefore, anything you do on your self-care day that soothes or uplifts your senses is worth pursuing. Aromatherapy oils are a great way to give your spirits a boost or treat yourself to sweet-smelling flowers, such as roses, lilies and jasmine.
Add some elegance
When it comes to style, your star sign leads the way. For you to feel a million dollars you need to add a touch of elegance to an outfit, even if it’s just loungewear. Put on your favourite jewellery or a spritz of your special perfume and you’ll soon feel better.
The colours associated with your sign, and which suit you best, are the pastel colours such as pale blue, mint green, peach, but especially pale pink.
Libra Self-care Day Recommendations
– Zone out with candles and music
– Try aromatherapy oils
– Feel your best in your favourite jewellery
Scorpio
Have some ‘me time’
Scorpio is an intense star sign, favouring some privacy as a way to de-stress. Shut out the world as you languish in a candlelit bath with strong scents you’ll love like musk or sandalwood. Pour yourself a glass of your wine and enjoy some time alone to finish your book or TV series.
Clear your mind
Being passionate, powerful and emotional, Scorpios have a tendency to live in their own head. Meditation would be a great way for you to harness your thoughts and relax into your self-care. Or if meditating isn’t your cup of tea, journaling would also be a good self-care practice for you to try. This way, you can let all your emotions and thoughts out onto paper, without stinging anyone else.
Comfort is key
Scorpios usually prefer figure-hugging clothes to loose, baggy outfits. Some of you may even prefer to go nude when you’re looking to relax. Do whatever will make you feel comfortable.
Being a Scorpio also means that black is your colour. So, when you are picking out your outfit to embark on your self-care day, lean towards darker tones. You could even be bold and incorporate this into your beauty routine with a black manicure or black eyeshadow.
Scorpio Self-care Day Recommendations
– Take a day for yourself doing the things you love
– Have a long candlelit bath
– Try some morning meditation
Sagittarius
Have fun
If it’s a choice between a big party with friends, staying up all night or going to bed early because you want to get up at dawn for an adventure, you will always choose the fun option. Therefore, your ideal self-care day would be making it an exciting one. Whether you go horse-riding, go for a sunset swim or have a boogie, make sure you’re having a good time.
Get lost in the wild
At the core of your star sign is a need for freedom and spontaneity. This is when you will feel most at peace. Being a fiery sign, you don’t like schedules, rules, or being bossed around. For your self-care we recommend taking a walk with no planned destination in mind. This way, your thoughts can be as free as you are.
Casual comfort
A Sagittarius woman looks great in men’s clothes. When you’re lounging around at home, you can’t go far wrong with jeans and a comfy jumper. You like to feel at ease in this type of clothes and plus, you want to be ready for action if a spontaneous invitation arrives.
Bright colours suit your big personality, such as purple, royal blue and pillar box red.
Sagittarius Self-care Day Recommendations
– Go on a fun adventure
– Let your curiosity lead your walk
– Lounge around in men’s clothes
Capricorn
Spa day
With your workaholic tendencies, it is important for you to take a complete break now and then, even if you have to schedule it in your busy diary. And, if anyone’s going to prefer booking an exclusive spa rather than creating a self-care day at home, it’s you. Your star sign appreciates quality, and you like to enjoy the best because frankly, you deserve it.
Stretch
Flexibility is important to you because your star sign rules the bones. An early-morning yoga stretch can help you to feel supple and yoga also has wonderful benefits for your mind, body and soul.
As a typical Capricorn you love to set yourself personal records. Use your self-care day to spend time nailing that headstand and reap the rewards of feeling like you have achieved something afterwards.
Luxurious loungewear
Whether you are lounging around the house or picking up some treats at the local supermarket, you wouldn’t dream of being caught in tracksuit bottoms with no makeup on. Because looking good makes you feel great, ensure your loungewear has a touch of luxury, perhaps with a set of silky pyjamas.
Capricorn Self-care Day Recommendations
– Organise a spa day
– Practice your yoga poses
– Wear your most luxurious loungewear
Aquarius
Get outdoors
Your zodiac is an air sign which means, for you, getting out and about in the fresh air is the perfect way for you to de-stress. Visit your local park for an exhilarating run or be more daring with a cold water swim. Whatever you choose to do outdoors, you will feel the benefits in your mind and body afterwards.
Try new things
Your attitude towards self-care is experimental and you are open to trying anything. When it comes to looking after your health, you can flip between conventional advice and experimenting with alternative treatments. Embrace your inner hippy by attending a sound bath session. This practice is said to reduce stress and anxiety as well as boosting your mood and improving sleep.
Laid back look
For an Aquarius, your anything-goes-attitude is also reflected in your choice of clothing. For you, leggings and a sweatshirt will be your go-to outfit when you need to relax. You don’t really care as long as you can lounge around and chill out.
Aquarius Self-care Day Recommendations
– Attend a sound bath session
– Get outdoors to move your body
– Chill out in a laid back look
Pisces
Recharge
You’re a highly sensitive star sign and when things get overwhelming, you need to retreat, wind down and recharge your batteries with plenty of sleep. Spending some quiet time away from others for a day or just a couple of hours will work wonders for you.
Restorative rituals
Being a zodiac sign known for their psychic abilities, a holistic approach to your self-care is something that will likely soothe you. Whether it’s crystal healing or candle meditations, create a space at home and practise a ritual that’s calming. You can either sit in a comfy chair or in a quiet corner, just make sure your space brings you a feeling of peace.
Dress for your mood
If one thing is true about Pisces’ style, it’s undefinable. You often choose what to wear depending on your mood. You look great in soft, floaty fabrics but you can be equally as happy wearing your oldest cardigan, a faded T-shirt and much-loved jeans.
Whatever you choose, make sure it is a classic Pisces colour such as sea-green or aquamarine.
Pisces Self-care Day Recommendations
– Take a long nap
– Try meditating to clear your mind
– Write down what makes you happy
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