Aroma Astrology
Take it with whatever grain of salt you prefer, if you're aware of your astrological sign (or entire birth chart), it probably aligns in some degree with your personality. From the bullheaded stubbornness of a Taurus, the dreamy + sometimes directionless Pisces or the bold energy that fills a room when a Leo walks in, there is no doubt your zodiac blueprint can accurately represent a part of us.
Personalities, habits + traits are not the only things Astrology can unveil. Parts of the body where you carry strength, where you are prone to injury or illness, what herbs you are most aligned with, best colors to wear, your karmic lessons + aromas in the form of essential oils can all be navigated by a deep dive into your birth chart. My favorite local go-to is Susan Hughes at the Aquarian Bookshop or simply plugging in your info for free here.
Speaking of zodiac magic, I'm brainstorming a way to bring this information together in the near future in physical form, but until then, I've listed some information on each Astrological sun sign (that's your "common" sign, your overall traits + quirks) + the oils that correlate.
The zaniest kind of Aries: Lucy Ricardo, I Love Lucy
ARIES (3/21-4/19)
THE GOOD: energetic, initiating + competitive
THE MEH: scatterbrained, impulsive + arrogant
THE ARIES BODY: rules the head, Aries are often prone to headaches or issues with teeth or their face
OILS: rosemary or frankincense to ground + focus that noisy head
Stubborn as a Taurus: Scarlett O'Hara, Gone With The Wind
TAURUS (4/20 - 5/20)
THE GOOD: sensual, dependable, artistic + thorough
THE MEH: stubborn, self-indulgent + argumentative
THE TAURUS BODY: rules neck + throat. Prone to thyroid issues or sore throats. Most have beautiful, sculpted jawlines
OILS: ylang ylang or rose to further that passion + get out of your head
The ideal + adaptable Gemini: Elle Woods, Legally Blonde
GEMINI (5/21 - 6/20)
THE GOOD: flexible, witty, adaptable
THE MEH: can be a pushover, lacks follow-through, ungrateful
THE GEMINI BODY: prone to issues with hands, arms, shoulders or lungs (respiratory issues)
OILS: basil or bergamot to uplift the mind when emotionally stretched
Sensi Cancer: Daisy Buchanan, The Great Gatsby
CANCER (6/21 - 7/22)
THE GOOD: emotional, loyal, helpful + imaginative
THE MEH: overly sensitive, mom issues, manipulative + lazy
THE CANCER BODY: rules breasts + stomach, Cancers tend to carry emotional baggage as weight
OILS: lavender or chamomile to calm insecurities or moodiness
This Leo lights the room: Rachel Marron, The Bodyguard
LEO (7/23 - 8/22)
THE GOOD: passionate, cheerful, creative + enthusiastic
THE MEH: arrogant, bossy, vain + overbearing
THE LEO BODY: rules back, spine + heart. Leo's should be careful with overexertion
OILS: rose to tame stress, especially since Leo's are prone to heart-related issue
Virgo-minded TV mom: Clare Huxtable, The Cosby Show
VIRGO (8/23 - 9/22)
THE GOOD: kind, analytical, modest + practical
THE MEH: judgemental, panicky, petty + self-centered
THE VIRGO BODY: the gut + nervous system can be thrown into whack for Virgos, the nerves being the main culprit
OILS: melissa or frankincense to calm anxiety + nervous reactions
Lovely Libra: Holly Golightly, Breakfast at Tiffany's
LIBRA (9/23 - 10/22)
THE GOOD: cooperative, social, refined + judicial
THE MEH: avoids conflict, pouty, indecisive + fickle
THE LIBRA BODY: lower back, adrenals + kidneys. Prone to lower back injury or kidney infections
OILS: geranium or frankincense to promote Libra-loving balance
Don't f**k with this Scorpio: O-Ren Ishii, Kill Bill
SCORPIO (10/23 - 11/21)
THE GOOD: resourceful, investigative passionate + intense
THE MEH: jealous, vengeful, sarcastic + secretive.
THE SCORPIO BODY: typically the most sexual of the zodiac, this sign rules the genitals. Safe sex practices for you sassy Scorpio
OILS: patchouli or rose heals + softens the heart of the intense Scorpio
This Sag says what she wants: Ilana Glazer, Broad City
SAGITTARIUS (11/22 - 12/21)
THE GOOD: idealistic, outspoken, ambitious + athletic
THE MEH: impatient, unpolished, blunt+ argumentative
THE SAGITTARIUS BODY: hips, thighs + liver rule the Sag body. Maintaining physical activity + laying off of excess booze keep this body in harmony
OILS: ylang ylang or geranium aids in calming + grounding a Sag's fire
Capricorn perfected: Tracy Flick, Election
CAPRICORN (12/22 - 1/19)
THE GOOD: disciplined, well-mannered + economical
THE MEH: know-it-all, unforgiving, inhibited + domineering
THE CAPRICORN BODY: the bones, joints + knees are prone to arthritis or stiffness
OILS: eucalyptus or black pepper to stimulate the mind to new perspectives (12/
A perfect freedom-fighting Aquarius: Erin Brockovich
AQUARIUS (1/20 - 2/18)
THE GOOD: progressive, humanitarian, independent + logical
THE MEH: aloof, rebellious, radical + eccentric
THE AQUARIUS BODY: Aquarians circulatory system + ankles might become an issue over time
OILS: lemon or chamomile gives a mental boost + calms those overactive minds
The reckless kind of Pisces: Gia Carangi, Gia
PISCES (2/19 - 3/30)
THE GOOD: trusting, gentle, sacrificing + compassionate
THE MEH: directionless, susceptible to addiction + feeling misunderstood
THE PISCES BODY: prone to issues with the feet or ankles. Massage + good shoes are your best friend.
OILS: tea tree or sandalwood enhances + grounds those kind-willed aspects