The Lunar Wellness Calendar: A guide to living in harmony with the moon

The Lunar Wellness Calendar is a tool designed to help you align your habits and rituals with the moon's natural cycles. Each day, it provides a guide to better organize your care, relaxation, and intentions in harmony with lunar energies.

To take this approach further, we have created a monthly lunar ritual kit, a selection of artisanal products designed to accompany your rituals throughout the lunar cycle. Each month, the contents of the kit evolve to remain in perfect harmony with the lunar phases and their benefits, offering you a moment of refocusing, purification and renewal. To discover the one for the current month, go to this page: The lunar ritual kit of the month.

Why follow a lunar wellness calendar?

The Moon has always influenced nature and living beings. Its regular cycle affects the tides, plants, and our daily energy. By understanding these rhythms, it's possible to harmonize certain activities, whether they involve body care, relaxation, or wellness rituals.

 

The phases of the Moon and their effects, in brief

Each lunar phase brings a different dynamic, influencing our vitality and state of mind:

  • New Moon : ideal for setting new intentions, planning and initiating new projects.
  • Waxing Moon : A time for action and growth, perfect for adopting new wellness habits.
  • Full Moon : Energy at its peak, favorable for revitalizing treatments and energy rituals.
  • Waning moon : time to let go, ideal for refocusing, purifying and eliminating what no longer serves us.

 

A practical tool for a daily life aligned with nature

Every day, your lunar wellness calendar suggests an activity in accordance with the lunar cycle: facial treatment, massage with vegetable oils, moment of relaxation or natural tip to take care of yourself.

By following this natural rhythm, you can integrate small well-being gestures into your daily routine and benefit from the benefits of the Moon throughout the month.

 

Understanding Lunar Influences

The moon's movements influence many aspects of our daily lives. By observing its cycles and position in the sky, it's possible to adapt your wellness practices to better respect these natural rhythms.

 

Phases of the Moon and their meaning

First of all, it is essential not to confuse waxing/waning Moon and ascending/descending Moon , because these notions designate different phenomena:

  • Waxing and waning moon: This movement lasts about 13.5 days in each direction. To observe it, choose a landmark (building, tree, lantern) and note the position of the moon each evening. If it appears higher than on a previous day, it is waxing; if it is lower, it is waning.
  • Waxing and Waning Moon: The Moon is waxing when it takes the shape of a crescent facing left, resembling this: "Ↄ". It becomes waning when it is curved to the right, forming an imaginary "C".

 

The Full Moon

Easily recognizable, it fully illuminates the sky and marks a period of heightened emotions and increased vitality.

 

The New Moon

Also called the Black Moon , it is not very visible because it is located between the Earth and the Sun. It symbolizes a moment of renewal, conducive to calm and introspection.

 

The Moon's trajectory and its influence

As it orbits the Earth, the Moon follows a trajectory that modulates its energetic influence on our planet.

 

The Lunar Nodes

The Lunar Nodes are the points at which the Moon's orbit intersects the Earth's plane of rotation around the Sun (called the ecliptic). These periods are often marked by energy fluctuations and can influence our emotions and well-being in unpredictable ways.

 

Perigee and Apogee: the influence of lunar distance

Since the Moon's orbit is elliptical, its distance from Earth varies:

  • Perigee : When the Moon is closest to Earth, its influence is amplified, which can intensify emotions and energetic feelings.
  • Apogee : Conversely, when it is furthest away, its influence is softer and more diffuse, promoting calm and reflection.

These key moments in the lunar cycle are generally considered less favorable for undertaking important actions, but ideal for observation and introspection.

 

Lunar days and their impact on well-being

Depending on the position of the Moon and Earth in relation to the constellations, each lunar day is associated with one of the four elements: Fire , Air , Water and Earth . These elements influence our energy, our emotional state and how our body responds to care and plants.

Thus, we distinguish between Fruit , Flower , Leaf and Root days, each bringing a specific dynamic to our well-being.

 

Fruit Days: vitality and dynamism

Fruit days are influenced by the Fire signs (Aries, Leo, Sagittarius). They promote energy, creativity, and the awakening of the senses. It's an ideal time to practice physical activity, boost your vitality, and strengthen your immunity.

Wellness tips:

 

Flower Days: harmony and relaxation

Flower days, associated with the Air signs (Gemini, Libra, Aquarius), are conducive to mental balance, reflection, and intuition. These days stimulate concentration, but can also increase anxiety or emotional sensitivity.

Wellness tips:

  • Practice meditation or breathing exercises to calm the mind.
  • Take the opportunity to treat yourself to a facial or massage with soothing essential oils.
  • It is also a good time to start a course of phytohormones (evening primrose, maca, chaste tree, soy isoflavones).

 

Leaf Days: Regeneration and Balance

Leaf days are influenced by Water signs (Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces). They are associated with hydration, drainage, and regeneration. These days can also be marked by temporary fatigue or sleep disturbances.

Wellness tips:

 

Root Days: anchoring and strengthening

Root days are ruled by Earth signs (Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn). They promote grounding, strength, and deep regeneration of the body. These days are particularly beneficial for skin, hair, and nail care.

Wellness tips:

  • Ideal for starting a remineralizing treatment (horsetail, nettle, lithothamnium).
  • Take advantage of this time to take care of your feet and strengthen your blood circulation.
  • If you suffer from digestive problems, now is the time for a suitable detox treatment.

 

By following these natural rhythms, you can optimize your care and strengthen your well-being in harmony with the lunar cycles.

 

Some wellness ideas according to the lunar calendar

The lunar cycle influences our body and mind. By adapting your treatments and wellness practices to the different phases of the Moon, you can optimize their effects and align your routine with natural rhythms.

 

Body and facial care

New Moon and Waxing Moon: Regeneration and Renewal

Take advantage of this period to deeply hydrate and nourish your skin .

It's a good time to start a revitalizing treatment or try new treatments.

 

Full Moon: Maximum absorption

Ideal for purifying masks, relaxing baths and soothing treatments.

As your skin is more receptive, choose natural treatments without aggressive ingredients .

 

Waning Moon: Detox and Elimination

Perfect for scrubs, saunas and lymphatic drainage.

Purifying and detoxifying treatments are more effective during this period.

 

Massages and relaxation

  • Flower Days (Air signs): ideal for a relaxing massage with soothing essential oils.
  • Leaf Days (Water signs): perfect for a draining massage or a deep hydrating treatment.
  • Root Days (Earth signs): take advantage of this period for regenerating and fortifying treatments.
  • Fruit Days (Fire signs): favor a toning and revitalizing massage, ideal for stimulating circulation and vital energy.

 

Energy practices (yoga, meditation, etc.)

  • New Moon: a time of renewal, conducive to setting intentions and gentle practices such as Yin Yoga or introspective meditation.
  • Full Moon: Energy at its peak, ideal time for dynamic Yoga, dance or a meditation session in the great outdoors.
  • Waning Moon: period of liberation, promoting letting go and energy practices such as Reiki or deep breathing.

 

How to use the lunar calendar on a daily basis?

Some practical tips for integrating lunar rhythms into your routine:

  • Plan your treatments according to the lunar cycles to optimize their effects.
  • Observe your energy: note your feelings and adapt your activities accordingly.
  • Use suitable plants: some are more effective depending on the lunar days (draining in the waning moon, revitalizing in the waxing moon).
  • Test and adjust: everyone reacts differently to lunar cycles, find the rhythm that works best for you!

By living in tune with the Moon, you will be able to better understand your body and take full advantage of the benefits that nature offers.