What Self-Care Practice You Should Try According to Your Zodiac Sign

You might think you’ve got a handle on self-care after a year spent quarantining indoors due to COVID-19, but have you thought about basing your routine on your zodiac sign? Self-care is important now more than ever with the world opening back up, allowing us to quickly transition back to in-person work and normal life. It’s imperative that we make time for ourselves, but if you're looking for where to start, don’t worry—we’ve got you covered. Here, L’OFFICIEL helps you celebrate yourself with this list of the best self-care practices targeted to each Zodiac sign. From the Aries fire sign's burning candles to Leos using their creative outlets through painting, there’s a new routine for everyone.

Although Aquarians are in the last rotation of air signs, we recommend soaking in an epsom salt bath to relieve any tension to which the world of conformity might confine your free-spirited body and mind. The scent that will lift the most stress from your body is lavender and sea salt, and the magnesium within the salts will relax your muscles.

For the more emotional signs of Pisces, journaling is the move. Sensitive and empathetic to others, Pisces might be more likely to bear the weight of the world on their shoulders and put the happiness of their friends above their own. Therefore, we suggest journaling out all of your emotions, fears, and wins to feel a little more relieved.

Notorious for being hot-headed and fiery, the Aries will benefit from lighting a candle and taking a few breaths. Watching the flame will inspire and ground you, winding you down towards the end of the day. Bonus points if it’s a scented candle, preferably lavender or vanilla to put your mind at ease.

Cancers are caring and loyal, but sometimes this can mean taking on other people’s problems without taking care of your own first. Create good energy and set the vibe of the day by starting a morning crystal ritual. Hold several crystals representing different energies, such as wealth and clarity, take some breaths, and manifest your intentions.

Because of their creativity, Leos can benefit greatly from the self-care activity of painting. It has therapeutic qualities, allowing compassionate and driven Leos to focus their energy on themselves and life outside of work for a bit of time.

The tidiest of any Zodiac sign, Virgos can easily practice self-care by cleaning and organizing. Have a Marie Kondo night and tidy up your bedroom, deep-clean your pots and pans, or alphabetize your bookshelf—c’mon, you know you want to.

Scorpios can be intimidating, as they are headstrong and sometimes secretive, but they’re also curious, loyal, and ambitious. A Scorpio loves learning and needs their alone time, so we recommend reading. Pick out a nice spot in nature or go to your favorite park, bring your lunch, and make a day of it.

Because of their love of exploring, we recommend Sagittarians take a walk for their self-care activity, preferably in nature. As lovers of freedom and spontaneity, going on a walk and losing connection to the outside world for a bit would do you a favor.

For our Capricorn friends, we recommend writing out your daily intentions at the start of each morning. Persistent, practical, and disciplined, it just makes sense for you to list out your favorite methods for living your best life. Plus, physically writing it out will help it stick in your head. Look at the list throughout the day to keep a reminder.