The Best Beauty Tips and Products for Every Zodiac Sign During Virgo Season, According to an Astrologer

When the transition from beach bags to school backpacks is inevitable, you start craving anything and pumpkin and apple spiced and you start considering swapping out that bright coral mani-pedi for a richer, jewel-toned hue, you’re clearly in the midst of Virgo season . Annually, as the sun cruises through the service-oriented, health-conscious and thoughtful earth sign, we’re inspired to get more organized in preparation for a whole new season ahead. While that might sound a bit daunting, this transitional moment — which lasts from August 22 to September 22 — also offers up plenty of magic and creativity you can easily channel into your beauty routine. Read on for Virgo season beauty tips and products inspired by the cerebral, intuitive — and yes, at times discerning — earth sign as well as your beauty horoscope for your sign.

Virgo Season Beauty Tips for Every Sign

The mutable earth sign might be known for its analytical, rational point of view, but it bears noting that it’s ruled by Mercury, the planet of communication, which oversees how we share our most creative thoughts and ideas. While Mercury might not be the first planet you think of when it comes to beauty and style (that’s Venus !), it certainly plays a part in how you express yourself, and in turn, the sign of the Maiden tends to have an astute, artistic take on new looks and leveling up existing ones. A few Virgoan beauty rules of thumb to pull into your routine this season:

Experiment with neutrals

Look no further than glamorous Virgoan stars like Beyonce and Jennifer Coolidge to note that Virgo’s sense of beauty isn’t exactly no muss, no fuss. But the earth sign does tend to gravitate to products that enhance their own features, so they’re more likely to reach for neutrals on a daily basis — and even when stepping into the spotlight. Take advantage of this vibe by checking out makeup products in softer, more natural tones. From taupe, fawn and soft pink shimmery or matte shadows (like the collection featured in Natasha Denona’s I Need a Nude Eyeshadow Palette , $69) to champagne-hued highlighters (like Anastasia Beverly Hills Glow Seeker Champagne Gold Powder Highlighter , $38), neutrals can be just as fun — not to mention sexy — as more daring colors.

Perfect that routine or look that’s always felt a bit daunting

Because Virgo is ruled by Mercury, the information-gathering planet, the Maiden is curious and eager to learn something new just about 24/7. And Virgo’s attention to detail is truly unmatched. That said, you can channel this energy into working on mastering a beauty-related skill — like creating the perfect cat eye or determining the best skincare protocol for your complexion.

Clean, organize or invest in beauty tools

Virgo tends to find straightening up and prioritizing everyday routines to be centering, so Virgo season is the time to take a step back and consider beauty tools you could stand to sanitize, toss or invest in. Maybe your curling iron is on its last legs, or you’ve been working with an old-school round brush forever and want to finally grab a blow-dryer brush (like Drybar’s The Double Shot Oval Blow Dryer Brush , $103). Now, thanks to the power of Mercury-fueled Virgo, you can research and purchase the hot tool that’s right for you. You might also check out products that help you keep certain everyday items, like makeup brushes, neat, tidy and sanitary like this Brushean Makeup Brushes UV Sanitizer ($89).

Check out beauty products that boast wellness benefits, too

Associated with the Sixth House of Daily Routine, Virgo excels at self-improvement and thrives on prioritizing habits that boost their well-being — physically, mentally and emotionally. For that reason, you’ll do well to look for multitasking mind-body products (like Rare Beauty by Selena Gomez Find Comfort Stop & Soothe Aromatherapy Pen , $20) and beauty products with a health benefit (like ILIA Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 Skincare Foundation , $48). And as an earth sign, Virgo is especially invested in reaching for cruelty-free, eco-friendly products, so investigate cleaner, greener alternatives to traditional beauty products, too.

Your Virgo Season Beauty Horoscope for Your Sign

Learn how to make the most of beauty and style throughout Virgo season, based on your sign. (Be sure to read both your sun and your rising sign if you know it. If you don’t, you can find it in your birth chart or by using this CafeAstrology calculator .)

Aries

Virgo season impacts your daily routine and wellness zone, so now’s your chance to reflect on and perfect everyday habits that boost your vitality and help you to feel gorgeous inside and out. You could find that stepping up your consumption of certain nutrient-dense foods makes your skin glow or that reaching for a particularly refreshing shampoo-and-conditioner after your daily run is revitalizing. Basically, little details that might not seem that significant can really add up now.

Taurus

Virgo season impacts your romance and self-expression zone, which can have you feeling more lighthearted, playful and creative — all traits that fuel having a lot of fun with your beauty and style regimen. It’s possible you’ve felt as though you’re in a bit of a rut with your look (as a fixed sign, you are a creature of habit after all), and now’s your chance to try something out of left field like a whimsically hued eyeliner (like electric blue) or experimenting with a heatless curling technique.

Gemini

Throughout Virgo season, you’re more apt to cozy up on the couch and opt out of buzzy social plans (which you tend to thrive on!), thanks to the sun spending time in your home zone. This feels a bit out of character, sure, but it’s also an opportunity to revisit previously beloved beauty and wellness rituals. Think: anything that feels like it boosts your sense of comfort and security, like taking a steamy bath, lighting aromatherapy candles or using a body balm in a scent you’ve always adored.

Cancer

Virgo season activates your communication zone, amplifying your mental energy and desire to soak up new information. Consider taking a beauty or wellness-related class or even checking out online tutorials on a beauty trick you’ve been wanting to perfect (whether that’s creating the perfectly shaped eyebrow or finding and rocking a bold red lipstick) — ideally alongside a friend, as socializing only serves to make this moment even more fulfilling. In fact, trading notes with your social circle on their favorite beauty shortcuts can be especially enlightening and helpful now, too.

Leo

The sun moves through your income, self-worth and material possessions zone during Virgo season, which could have you itching to do a lot of shopping! If there are beauty essentials you need, this can be a fantastic moment for scoring solid deals. But you can also capitalize on the moment by going a bit deeper and leaning into the beauty-related routines that feel the most grounding. For example, maybe you can give yourself more time in the morning to give a little extra love to your hair or skincare routine or prioritize an appointment for highlights or a massage that can’t help but leave you feeling more centered.

Virgo

With the sun traveling through your sign and self-image zone this season, your confidence soars, emboldening you to claim your personal power in order to manifest your dreams. And you can let that be the guiding principle behind your beauty routine now. In other words, if you’ve been feeling like trying a look that’s a bit glitzier than usual, go for it, or if you’ve just been meaning to step up your existing regimen, you can do that with flying colors now, as well. Self-care bolsters your self-assuredness.

Libra

Virgo season lights up your spirituality zone, making this a time in which you’re more apt to be tinkering behind-the-scenes versus commanding the spotlight (although, that will come next!). As a result, think about embracing beauty routines that benefit your heart and mind as much as your physicality. A practice like going to a sound bath or restorative yoga class could leave you glowing. Or check out body products that incorporate rest-enhancing herbal and adaptogenic ingredients (like melatonin, ashwagandha, passionflower or chamomile, all of which are in Yuni Beauty’s Sleepy Beauty BEDTIME BODY ESSENCE , $24).

Scorpio

With Virgo season impacting your networking and long-term wishes zone, you’ll be spending more time than usual with your social circle or colleagues, and group activities are likely to feel more fun and gratifying than usual. That said, you might consider inviting a couple of friends along with you to a beauty-related outing (like a spa day). You can also take advantage of this transit by considering the environmental and community impact of beauty products you’re investing in, given that this is the sector associated with future-minded, humanitarian Aquarius. For example, you might decide it’s time to swap single-use, disposable applicators for a high-quality set of makeup brushes.

Sagittarius

During Virgo season, you’re immersed in your public image zone, so you’re more likely to be focused on beauty habits that go hand-in-hand with spending more time in the spotlight and perhaps even a leadership position. Consider seeking out products and routines that bolster your sense of authority and confidence, whether that’s a more voluminous hairstyle, more dramatic lashes or brighter, more impactful jewel-toned outfits or even just accessories. As the expansive Jupiter-ruled fire sign, you tend to prefer to go big or go home, and this is a moment in which that MO could lead to making a lasting impression!

Capricorn

When the sun is in Virgo, it moves through your adventure and higher learning sector, so you’re likely super-restless and craving opportunities to get out of your comfort zone. You could find a lot of satisfaction from investigating beauty rituals and products from a different country (think: K-beauty ) or even treating yourself to a beauty or wellness experience while traveling. This zone of your chart also covers higher learning, so take advantage of any chance you get to soak up knowledge and hone new skills — even if that’s just chatting with an associate at your favorite beauty store about a new way to care for your skin or hair.

Aquarius

Virgo season affects your intimacy sector, so you’re especially focused on what brings you emotional comfort and security — not to mention sexual pleasure — now. In turn, you could be game for researching and trying products that support and fuel your sensuality. For instance, you might carve out time to wander around your favorite perfume purveyor to find a comforting scent that boosts your sense of well-being. Or invest in bath bombs or a rich body balm that you can slather on after a relaxing shower.

Pisces

Virgo season lights up your partnership zone, so link up with a friend or loved one to get more artistic and playful with your sense of style and beauty. If you’ve been putting off that pedicure, you might make plans to go to the nail salon together (and opt for an autumn-inspired design ). Or feel free to pick your BFF’s brain about her brilliant skin or hair care routine. In short, tapping into your artistic impulses related to beauty alongside someone you adore makes for an even more productive and fulfilling experience.

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