These jewels do much more than just sparkle on Aries!
Isn’t it fitting that the hardest natural substance on Earth is your birthstone? Diamonds are the very essence of fire. In fact, the ancients believed them to be crystallized lightning and slivers of stars. No matter how (or where) you wear them, you’re sure to dazzle with one spectacular light show!
Another of your gems is bloodstone—or blood jasper —quartz flecked with your metal, iron. While they signify martyrdom (so not Aries), in India, they’re thought to be an aphrodisiac. Why not do some experimentation of your own?
Take so-so foods to a tasty new level…
No ho-hum treats will do for this fiery sign. For your next in-home movie night, spritz some olive oil on your popcorn and sprinkle it with chili powder, or black pepper and Parmesan.
Are you ready for some more unexpected heat? Add 1/4 teaspoon of chili powder to a packet of instant oatmeal. Or add four teaspoons of chili powder to a recipe for peanut butter cookies. The creamy-spicy combo is an Asian-inspired treat for your mouth and your tummy! Or add brewed coffee and ancho or chipotle chili powder to brownies for an antioxidant-packed, tongue-tingly, sensational dessert!
The surprising, time-saving way to get better skin…
Busy, busy, busy—who has the time for a complicated, multi-step skincare routine? Not you! And those complicated products could be doing your skin more harm than good. Natural plant-based oils gently clean skin, absorb quickly to help skin hold moisture, minimize fine lines, and soothe redness without synthetic ingredients or harsh exfoliants like scrubs, brushes, or peels.
Chia seed oil is packed with anti-aging, anti-inflammatory, wound-healing omega-3 fatty acids and more antioxidants than blueberries. And don’t stop at your face. Massage chia seed oil into dry cuticles, elbows, neck, and lips, too!
Try out this perfect-for-Aries drink recipe!
Fruity, sweet, high in vitamin C, spicy, and ready in ten minutes! That’s a Pineapple-Jalapeño Crush, full of nutrients, flavor, and bite. To make two servings, puree two cups of cubed, fresh pineapple, two tablespoons fresh basil leaves, two tablespoons fresh mint leaves, one small fresh, seeded, and chopped jalapeno, and one tablespoon of honey with one-half cup each ice and water. Taste and add more honey if needed. Pour into two ice-filled glasses, garnish with basil and/or mint leaves and pineapple and serve immediately. Let the compliments to the drink-master begin!
How to prevent nasty, common-to-Aries headaches…
Aries rules the head, and you may be prone to headaches. While their cause still isn’t precisely known, studies seem to point to changes in brain chemistry. The best way to treat a noggin throbber? Keep it from happening in the first place.
Some tips that can help include sticking to a daily routine and identifying your headache triggers. If you do get one, you can keep it from getting worse by drinking four, eight-ounce glasses of water or doing several minutes of deep breathing. Doctors don’t recommend meds for tension headaches. Instead, distract yourself with a walk or video.
How Aries can get their Om on…
If you’re spooked by the idea of needles, chemicals, or surgery, but you still want to brighten your look, try a different kind of yoga. Face yoga workouts are said to promote the production of collagen, stimulate the muscles, and reduce wrinkles. Each pose targets a specific area, such as “fish” for lips and cheeks, “bumblebee” for jaw, and “lion” for all the facial muscles. Look for books, websites, and videos demonstrating the difference poses and put your best face forward!
Are you neglecting the most important person in your life?
Open-hearted and generous toward any friend in need, there is nothing wrong with taking some time to pamper yourself once in a while. Don’t think of it as selfish. Just think of it as another tool in your personal care kit. Taking the time for a massage or getting adequate sleep each night can do more for a glowing complexion than any pricey potion you could buy.
If you’re enjoying your life, you can’t help but be radiant, and others will notice. Just remember, there is no such thing as an unattractive, genuinely happy person!
Styles even an Aries can’t pull off…
Don’t even think about wearing something vintage, unless it’s been repurposed into a garment that’s edgy and new. When one thinks of Aries, what words come to mind? “Assertive,” “dynamic,” “confident,” and “adventurous.” Does that sound like gingham, bell-bottoms, or frumpy shirtwaists to you?
Of course, fiery red is your color, but don’t limit yourself to that one hue. And materials? Rocker leather, new textures, mesh, and metal—anything trendy will do. The pieces that help you blend into the woodwork should go to charity!
Home remedies for those common Aries headaches…
From mild to migraine, a pounding head can stop you cold. But before you reach for the (medicine) bottle, try a natural remedy.
Relax: Close your eyes in a dark room.
Drink water: You could be dehydrated.
Massage: Rub the head and neck.
Calcium: Relaxes muscles and increases circulation.
Exercise: May minimize future headaches.
Warm shower: Loosens tight muscles.
Ice: Apply to pain for a few minutes.
Pressure: Press where the thumb bones meet your index finger.
Aromatherapy: A proven soother, peppermint is associated with Aries.
Eliminate foods: Find trigger foods with a food/headache diary.
Think you know Aries’ power color? Find out!
In radiant red you’ll turn heads, feel energized, and take charge even in those very rare moments when your self-confidence is lacking. The trick to wearing this hot shade is a firm belief in your own power—and who has more of that than you? It’s bold, so if you want, start small with shoes (hello, Dorothy!), a purse, or jacket. Ready to go all out? Pair a crimson flowing sleeveless top with pants of the same hue. It will be a fabulous ensemble.