The Moon today is saying goodbye. It rises just a little before the Sun, with just 1% illuminationand as soon as the Sun appears over the horizon we stop seeing it. Not only because of how thin it is, but because it is very close to our star from our perspective and daylight prevents us from distinguishing it.
But that’s not all. Although we cannot see it with the naked eye, another interesting astronomical event occurs today: at 10:33 p.m., the Sun, our king star, changes scene and enters the sign of Virgo, marking the beginning of a new solar stage more focused on orderthe details and care of the body and mind. It will take off in these last days of the lunar calendar of August to set the tone during September until the arrival of autumn.
Moon today, Friday August 22
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- Today’s moon phase: waning moon
- What time does the Moon rise today? 6:01 (Madrid)
- At what time does the Moon set?: 20:39 (Madrid)
- Lightning: 2.1%-0.1%
- Orbit: Falling
- Constellation: Cancer-Leo
- Astrological sign: Leo
How the Moon influences today Friday
From our perspective, looking up, we see the Moon today moving between the constellation Cancer and the constellation Leo. However, from an astrological point of view, the waning Moon is already in the sign of Leo, with its fiery energy. It continues to descend in its orbital motion.
Sort, polish and perfect your path
With the arrival of the Sun in Virgo, which will accompany us until the end of September, a new perfect stage to organize ideas, review plans and adjust whatever it takes to walk more clearly.
Virgo is a mutable earth sign that marks the end of summer, that time when everything starts to slow down: the light changes, the body asks for calm, and Nature invites us to meditate. Is time to reap what was sowntake stock and prepare for the colder months. The symbol of wheat reminds us that almost everything is already ripe, but we still have to separate what is useful from what is no longer useful.
As the good ruler of Virgo, Mercury helps us put words, logic and meaning to this process. And, although this sign has a reputation for perfectionism, its true gold lies in modestyin doing the things with carein serving with consistency. So take advantage of this energy to polish your path, improve what already works and keep only what has true value.
Personal and beauty care that will suit you better today
- If you want to show off radiant hair, with healthy ends, maintain its length and stimulate strong growth, today is a good day to cut your tips. To finish, you can apply a purifying hair mask -with active charcoal, for example-, which helps you deeply cleanse your hair.
- Dedicate a moment of the day to perform treatments deep facial cleansing and exfoliations. Your skin will thank you and will respond very well in this lunar phase.
- It’s a perfect day for fast, detox and drink cold infusions with plants with diuretic properties such as boldo, milk thistle, horsetail or birch.
- Activates venous circulation and helps prevent discomfort caused by heavy legsas well as the appearance of varicose veins or small spider veins. A good option is to use a cold effect cream and apply it with circular massages from bottom to topstarting with the ankles. Look for formulas that include plants like butcher’s broom, horse chestnut, witch hazel, or red vine, which are ideal for toning legs and relieving swelling.
- If you feel like go out to eat or dine out and pay yourself a tributeToday is the best day to do it, since the Moon’s influence focuses on toxin elimination processes.
Household tasks most favored by lunar energy
- It’s an excellent day to carry out small home repairs and renovationsas well as to clean or paint a space.
- Washing tasks will be easier than usual, allowing you to use less product.
- Open the windows and let the air renew the energy of all spaces in the house.
- Like every 11th and 22nd of the monthToday is a good time to light a honey candle. There’s no need to get complicated: find your favorite corner of the house, sit with yourself for a while, open your personal notebook or diary and be grateful for everything you have achieved, learned or integrated since the last new Moon, that of July 24. This small ritual helps open paths and, today, as we are on the threshold of a new Moon, the moment is ideal to put your agenda in order, reflect a little and write a list of intentions. In reality, you are preparing the ground so that tomorrow, with the energy of the new Moon, you can sow authentic, creative purposes that are truly born from within.
Most recommended garden and orchard tasks
The waning Moon today is transiting between the constellation of Cancer, with water energy, and the constellation of Leo, energy of fire, already fully entering the latter. According to the recommendations of biodynamic agriculture, on which our 2025 lunar calendar is based, today It is not the best day to actively work on the plants from the orchard, garden or home.
Take a break, because during the day it is preferable leave aside tasks such as pruning, transplants, planting or intense watering. The energy does not favor these types of activities.
Instead, take some time to observe your plants and crops calmly. Look how they are: check if they have dry or damaged leavesif any need to be rotated to receive more light, if there are signs of pests or if the stakes or guides need to be adjusted.
This type of quiet observation also strengthens your connection to the natural cycle of plants.
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