Still There are almost six days until the July new moon arrivesso the Moon today continues to look quite illuminated. Little by little it hollows out and adopts that characteristic concave shape that gives its name to this second section of its waning phase, the concave waning moon phase. In the northern hemisphere the «C» that our satellite draws in the sky is becoming more pronounced, and in the southern hemisphere the «D» is becoming emptier.

Although at this time of year the arc that the Moon draws in the sky is quite low and we do not see it at very high altitude, it is already very close to the moment of maximum ascent in its orbit this monthso if you stay up late or, especially if you get up early to see it, look at its height!

Moon today, Saturday July 19, 2025

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• Today’s moon phase: waning moon
• What time does the Moon rise today? 01:47 (Madrid)
• At what time does the Moon set?: 16:50 (Madrid)
• Lightning: 39.8%-28.8%
• Moon age: 23.1-24.2 days
• Orbit: Upward
• Constellation: Aries
• Astrological sign: Taurus

How today’s waning moon influences Saturday

The waning gibbous Moon is in the sign of Taurus, with an earth energyand its orbital motion continues to approach the end of its ascending stretch. Is a Moon that invites you to return to the bodywhich is reflected in the care and tasks that we recommend today.

With this waning Moon in Taurus that we have today, we get a super valuable reminder from heaven: sometimes less is more. Instead of complicating our lives with a thousand things, the key is to focus on simplicity and essentials.

Taurus, being a sign of solid ground and stability, invites us to slow down, to find peace in everyday life and to value those moments of calm that we often overlook. The sacred is behind the routine.

Remember that there is power in simplicity, and that, When we focus on the basics, we open spaces so that good things flow naturally.

In fact, Taurus, as the first earth and cardinal sign, seeks security in stability and repetition; he feels comfortable with the known, the fixed and the constant. But be careful, this lunation has Venus, ruler of Taurus, in conjunction with Uranus in Gemini, which can bring unexpected and sudden changessuddenly shaking that feeling of calm.

Before life takes that radical 180º turn, take advantage of this waning phase to pause, reflect and create a space of awareness. Observe What ideas or beliefs do you stubbornly and stubbornly defend?although deep down they no longer make you feel good or represent you.

If you feel discouraged or blockedreturn to the body: walk barefoot, connect with nature, notice the beauty of a simple flower and remember the entire slow, constant and persevering process behind it. That patience and tenacity They are just what you need to get through this moment of change.

The most recommended beauty and wellness routines

• Today’s Moon is perfect for making a deep cleansing of face and bodyeliminating accumulated impurities and toxins, and to test treatments that help balance and revitalize the skin. Take the opportunity to use natural products and innovative technologies that take care of your skin from the inside out.
• In general, the lunar energy of this Saturday does not favor radical changes in look, the application of hair dyes or covering gray hair with vegetable coloring. However, if you need to clean up your hair, it is a good time to cut your ends.
• Take advantage of the influence of the waning Moon to apply detox hair masks.
• If you need to shaveToday is a good day to do it.
• Today’s Moon is also an excellent day for perform fasts, a cleansing diet or simply drink infusions boldo, dandelion, artichoke, burdock, fumaria or green nettle, among other purifying plants, to promote the elimination of toxins.
• As much as possible, sunbathe, walk without shoes on the grass or on the beach, if you are already on vacation, and ground yourself, allow your feet to remember the origin. Taurus invites you to anchor and reconnect with the simple and natural. This It will help you recharge energy and slow down your mental rhythm..
• It’s a good time to finish a project and use social networks to make it known.
• If you want to pay yourself a tribute and go out to dinnerToday is the best day to do it.

What to prioritize at home

• Take advantage to clean the glass of the house windows. Today they will be shiny and look clean for much longer.
• Excellent day to do small repairs, painting or rearranging spaces, especially to give them a special touch.
• With the Moon waning, you will need fewer cleaning products to wash your clothes and remove dust from the rooms.
• In today’s household chores, focus on review and organize your pantry and refrigerator. Check its status and expiration date.

How to take care of the orchard and garden with today’s moon

The waning Moon is today at the height of the constellation Aries, so we are in a fruit day. Furthermore, although this will change soon, the Moon is still still on the rise. Keep this in mind when caring for your plants, giving priority to these tasks most favored by this time of the lunar calendar:

• As for the caring for your indoor plantsit is a perfect occasion to give them extra attention and eliminate any spontaneous weeds that have grown around them.
• Starts today preparation of homemade slurry and/or fertilizer with which to later nourish the substrate of your plants. Of course, the best time to prepare it will be first thing in the morning.
• In the late afternoon, take the opportunity to apply natural insecticides and fungicides in your crops, garden plants, balcony or interior. There are medicinal plants that help with that, and you can prepare infusions or macerates (let them rest for at least a day) with garlic, elderberry, onion, nettle, horsetail or pennyroyal, among others, to keep bugs at bay before they appear.
• Whenever possible, and if you have already watered on previous days and your plants tolerate it, it is recommended do not water or moderate watering today.

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