Aromatic Astrology - Capricorn

Now that the holidays are over and things are getting back to normal for me here is the next sign of the Zodiac - Capricorn December 22 to January 19.

Ruling Planet: Saturn
Element: Earth
Quality: Cardinal
Symbol: The goat-fish
Polarity: Feminine
Physical Correspondence: The bones, joints, teeth and knees
Stones: Onyx, beryl, white sapphire, black diamond, jet, amethyst, garnet
Flowers: Coltsfoot, black poppy, pansy
Colors: Indigo, gray, dark green
Herbs: rosemary, dill, tarragon, caraway, chamomile, heartsease, lambs ears, marjoram.
Bach Flower Remedy: Mimulus
Essential Oils: Vetiver is the signature oil for Capricorn. Cypress, Oakmoss, Patchouli.
Positive Traits: Reliable, determined, ambitious; careful, prudent; a sense of humour; a sense of discipline; patient, persevering.
Negative Traits: Rigid outlook; over-exacting; pessimistic; conventional; miserly, mean; a ‘wet blanket’.

Once again I will use the signature oil identified by Patricia Davis, Vetiver, as the anchor for both Lord Capricorn and Lady Capricorn . As Patricia Davis says in her book Astrological Aromatherapy Vetiver reflects perfectly the earthy nature of Capricorn, even to the extent that it is extracted from the roots of the parent plant. . . . It is valuable for rheumatic and arthritic pain, reminding us that joint pains are common among Capricorns. . . . In the Far East where this fragrant grass is grown, it is known as the 'Oil of Tranquility' and may help the conscientious Capricorn who worries unduly about work or personal issues.

For Lord Capricorn I have combined Vetiver with its wonderful earthy, grounding fragrance with cypress which brings inner strength and comfort and lime which brings with it an uplifting freshness. For Lady Capricorn I have combined the earthy, grounding Vetiver with Patchouli, another grounding essential oil that taps into the energies of Mother Earth and Neroli, which can help one to help one to develop the inner trust which in turn will allow self-acceptance and produce feelings of security and protection.

Lord Capricorn
Vetiver - 1 drop
Cypress - 5 drops
Lime - 6 drops

Lady Capricorn
Vetiver - 1 drop
Patchouli - 4 drops
Neroli - 6 drops

As always you can adjust the drops to suit your own aroma preferences.

A few quotes reflecting the qualities of Capricorn:

"Do not entertain hopes for realization, but practice all your life." - Milarepa
"There is nothing left to you at this moment but to have a good laugh." - Zen Master
"The believer is happy. The doubter is wise." Greek Proverb
"Bellygoat boom At ache of Day bang." Jack Kerouac

With things getting back to normal January is often a month when we consider taking a course or increasing our knowledge in different areas. If you have been thinking about studying aromatherapy in a more formal way perhaps our self-directed Aromatherapy Courses are just what you are looking for. You can check them out by following the link under West Coast Institute of Aromatherapy.