The illumination of the Moon this Thursday is already below 5%. After leaving the last quarter behind a few days ago, it is moving towards the last of the eight lunar phases that make up the lunar cycle. Now you are in what is known as the concave waning moondue to the arched shape it shows, and prepares to disappear from the night sky. Right now it is only possible to see a while before dawn, it’s already coming down over the horizon. In his own way, he is already saying goodbye.

By the way, today’s Moon met Mercury, the planet closest to the Sun, before dawn. It is descending in its orbit and at the height of the constellation of Cancer.

Moon today, Thursday August 21, 2025

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• Today’s moon phase: waning moon
• What time does the Moon rise today? 05:16 (Madrid)
• At what time does the Moon set?: 20:33 (Madrid)
• Lightning: 6.3%-2.1%
• Moon age: 27.1-28.2 days
• Orbit: Falling
• Constellation: Cancer
• Astrological sign: Leo

How the Moon influences today Thursday

The waning Moon in Leo, a fire signand its orbital motion is falling. The care and tasks that we recommend below are those that are most aligned with this combination of today’s Moon.

bravery and courage to let go

Letting go is not always easy, and to do it well takes a lot of bravery and courage. Today’s waning Moon invites us to take off that mask that the ego has put on usthose imposed parts that no longer represent us.

It’s time to letting go of what doesn’t light our spark nor does it vibrate with our authentic essence. The tip? Take a moment to look in the mirror and ask yourself: what makes me really shine? Then, lovingly release everything that does not respond to that inner light. This way, you free up space for what really matters.

Self-care routines that most promote well-being today

• The Moon today is perfect to give you a extra pampering for your hairespecially if you have curls that want to shine brightly. It’s a good time to cut split endscontrol the volume or apply natural treatments that help keep oil and dandruff at bay without aggressive chemicals. If you want, try defining your curls with gentle and natural remedies, such as aloe vera gel or rosemary, nettle or ronquina infusionsexcellent for giving life and movement to your hair.
• Furthermore, with the waning Moon, the pores remain more closed, so today is ideal to do a deep facial cleansingespecially if your skin is one that tends to shine too much. You can also take the opportunity to do a body exfoliation that leaves your skin firmhealthy and with that natural glow that everyone envies. If you have already exfoliated recently, a dry brushing It’s great for keeping skin soft and stimulating circulation.
• It’s a good time to support body purificationfor example with infusions of plants such as green nettle, butcher’s broom or horse chestnut. You can also help your gallbladder, reducing inflammation and facilitating the elimination of small waste, with infusions of bitter-tasting plants such as boldo, fumaria, wormwood, gentian, dandelion or artichoke in your infusions or meals.
• To end the day, give yourself a moment to let go of everything that is holding you back. It’s a great time to release stress. Take a little time to think about what you really want, and if you have a diary or notebook, write those purposes there that make you feel authentic and eager to shine. This way you can sow those intentions for the next new Moon, which arrives in two days, on Saturday, August 23. You can also start your new moon rituals to help you in the process. Keep in mind that meditating on a new moon reminds you that each end is an opportunity to begin again.

What to prioritize at home

• Today is a good day to dedicate yourself to those small household tasks that usually remain pending: painting something, repairing a piece of furniture or making simple repairs will be more bearable for you.
• If you have not yet done a thorough cleaning at home, take the opportunity to do it before the New Moon on Saturday.
• make one review of your clothes, accessories or any object that you no longer use. Donate, give away or recycle to make room for new things.
• Leo is a cardinal fire sign that loves light and everything that shines (its ruler is the King star, the sun). Take the opportunity to renew the textiles in your home and give a special touch to your living room with bright and bright colors.

How to care for plants in the home, garden and garden

With today’s waning Moon at the height of the constellation of Cancer, experts in biodynamic agriculture recommend adhering to water and leaf and stem energy for most of the day, but from 9 p.m. The advice today is to give a rest for plants, especially indoor plants.

• All day long It is still a favorable time for the tasks of transplanting leaf and stem vegetables into soilincluding chervil, parsley, lamb’s lettuce, watercress or Chinese cabbage. The occasion is also perfect for transplanting plants that need more space to larger pots and pots. This way they can continue to develop well.
• All day today is wonderful for wateringboth in the orchard, garden or balcony and inside the house. Even if it is summer and your plants are thirsty, water abundantly so that the water reaches the roots well but without overdoing it, that is, avoid waterlogging at all costs. These good conditions for watering will not return until next Monday, August 25.

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