(YouTube still)BeautyHoroscopesHoroscope December 2024: Get ready for some truth bombsSagittarius season amplifies our appetite for excitement, catapulting us into a lively holiday season, brimming with excess – plus, communication is set to take on an unfiltered edge!!ShareLink copied ✔️December 2, 2024BeautyHoroscopesTextGrace McGrade Grace McGrade is an intuitive astrologer and priestess based in Los Angeles. She is the host of the podcast Bitchcraft: Spirituality for Bad People. For more astrology, read her guide to rising signs and moon signs. Read an overview of what 2024 has coming up for us this year here. Sagittarius season amplifies our appetite for excitement, catapulting us into a lively holiday season, brimming with excess, overindulgence and a bold disregard for consequences. This fiery energy invites daring exploration and adventures, as we chase new horizons with philosophical musings that sometimes outpace practicality. Opinions fly fast and free, often blind to nuance, but charm lies in an unapologetic dive into life’s big questions, grand experiences and spontaneous escapades. It’s a time to embrace the journey, even if the map is a little blurry. Pluto’s transit into Aquarius in November marked a monumental shift in the collective consciousness, ushering in an era of radical transformation. Pluto, the planet of deep, irreversible change, moves from Capricorn’s structured, societal structures to Aquarius, the sign of rebellion, innovation and collective progress. This shift is anything but subtle – it’s a timeline shift that will deeply reinvent the way we view individuality versus community, as Aquarius pushes us toward a more connected yet decentralised future. Technology, digital spaces and the concept of community are up for a massive overhaul, as Aquarius’s futuristic energy forces us to reckon with how we use technology in our lives. This transit will spark revolutionary ideas that disrupt established norms for the next two decades. December 1 brings a New Moon in Sagittarius, asking us to rewrite our beliefs and commit to a new vision. Sagittarius doesn’t do small goals, so think bold. As Mercury stationed retrograde in Sagittarius on November 25, communication takes on an unfiltered edge. Expect blunt truths, unintentional oversharing and fiery debates around the holiday table. Sagittarius loves to generously deliver the truth, even at the expense of everyone else’s comfort. Ultimately, this Mercury retrograde functions as a checkpoint for our beliefs, providing us with courage when confronted with an unknown trajectory. We’re encouraged to trade skepticism for a little humour and faith, adopting a more generous outlook. Mars stations retrograde in Leo on December 5, recalibrating us with our innermost desires. Mars, the War God, symbolises our masculine faculties, and this transit acts as a checkpoint for our sense of purpose, as we inspect the driving force behind our actions. Are you motivated by your heart’s true calling, or has the need for external validation steered you off course? Leo’s fiery energy demands authenticity, and this retrograde encourages reflection about how you assert yourself, express creativity and pursue what you love. While we may be privy to the occasional temper tantrum or loss of motivation, Sagittarius’s wisdom reminds us that honesty is the best medicine. It’s time to get clear on what you love and pursue it, unapologetically. A Full Moon in Gemini on December 15 could lead to heated arguments or a crossfire of information. Gemini wants to focus on the small details, but Sagittarius remains pondering the grand promise of a new horizon. This heightens the tension between detail and vision. Use this lunation to find balance: how can we ground our expansive dreams in practical steps? Miscommunications may flare up, but revelations are just as likely, bringing clarity and fresh ideas for the future. The same day, Mercury stations direct, making it the perfect time to integrate revelations, share your truth and map out your next diabolical plan. By December 21, the Sun enters no-nonsense Capricorn, shifting gears from Sagittarius’s free-spirited chaos to grounded commitment towards long-term goals and growth. After weeks of chasing dreams and debating life’s big ideas, Capricorn demands we roll up our sleeves and get serious. This is where the work begins – committing to your vision, showing up for yourself, and building a legacy that can stand the test of time. 1/12 You may like next 1/12 1/12 Illustration Gabrielle RosensteinARIES // ARIES RISINGBuckle up, Aries – this is yet another month of transformation and recalibration. With your ruler Mars stationing retrograde on December 5, you’re being called to step back, reassess and break free from any social molds or expectations weighing you down. This retrograde puts you back in your heart, as a reminder to realign with your true purpose. With Pluto in Aquarius, you’re receiving stark realisations about friendships and your place within social scenes. Mars retrograde in Leo asks you to evaluate your actions –are they in sync with your deepest desires and passions, or have you been seeking external validation?With your instinct for action dialled down a notch, you’ll be encouraged to reassess your personal mission and determine where you’ve been giving too much of yourself away or acting in ways that aren’t entirely authentic. It’s a moment to reconnect with your inner drive and set a course that’s all your own. This isn’t the time for shortcuts or appeasing others. It’s about being fiercely true to your desires, even if it means going against the crowd. You’ve always been the trailblazer, and now’s your chance to make sure the path you’re forging is one that truly resonates with your heart.Aries Beauty Recommendation: Marine Facial Cleanserview more + 2/12 2/12 Illustration Gabrielle RosensteinTAURUS//TAURUS RISINGThe Sun is shining through your sexy sector of intimacy and secrets, enhancing your desire to bond deeply with others. This is the perfect time to explore the depths of your relationships, both old and new, following what makes you feel alive and engaged. However, with Mercury retrograde backtracking through this same territory, it’s entirely possible that past lovers, unfinished business or lingering doubts could resurface.Sagittarius season encourages you to say yes to adventures and embrace spontaneity, but remember: not all risks are worth taking twice. This is a time for discernment as well as adventure –focus on relationships that align with your values, your growth and your deepest desires. Lean into the romance and mystery but with a keen eye for red flags and past patterns. Mars’ retrograde in Leo encourages you to upgrade your home sphere, carving out time for rest and reprieve amidst the holiday chaos. You’re a sensual being who deserves complete comfort, so don’t abandon self-care in the whirlwind of Sagittarius season.Taurus Beauty Recommendation: Tom Ford Rose Prick Eau de Parfumview more + 3/12 3/12 Illustration Gabrielle RosensteinGEMINI//GEMINI RISINGDecember brings partnerships, colleagues, lovers and friends who are all vying for your attention, and with Mercury retrograde, expect plenty of lively exchanges. But don’t be surprised if some conversations come with plot twists or unsolicited opinions that leave you wondering where they came from. Mars retrograding through Leo in your communication sector allows you to speak from the heart, either confronting unresolved issues or creating new ones. Try to stay true to yourself and focus on finding solutions.The Full Moon in your sign on December 15 may spur sudden realisations, and with Mercury stationing direct the following day, a course of action becomes apparent. In the next two decades, Pluto is upgrading your perception, encouraging you to adopt a more inclusive worldview and perspective about the world at large. Use this season to cultivate a more optimistic outlook, and stay seeking.Gemini Beauty Recommendation: Charlotte Mensah Awakening Candleview more + 4/12 4/12 Illustration Gabrielle RosensteinCANCER//CANCER RISINGSagittarius season calls for a bold shake-up in your day-to-day life. It’s urging you to step out of autopilot, revamp your wellness routine, and finally quit the habit of overextending yourself for everyone else’s benefit. You’re a natural nurturer, but it’s time to redirect that care inward. With Mercury retrograding through this same sector, you might revisit habits or routines that were abandoned. Perhaps it’s a favourite workout, a meal plan or a mindfulness practice you’ve neglected. Use this energy to refine your self-care rituals and reimagine what balance looks like for you.Mars back-peddles through your sector of income and self-worth, ensuring that you spend more of this month replenishing yourself. The more you lean into rest and reprieve, the more abundance you attract. For the next two decades, Pluto is dramatically dissecting the ways you share energy, resources and trust. You’re learning to balance what you give and what you receive, setting boundaries that honour your worth while embracing the power of mutual exchange. Use this month to make sure that you feel refreshed and energised for the year ahead.Cancer Beauty Recommendation: C.O. BIGELOW Herbal Comfort Soakview more + 5/12 5/12 Illustration Gabrielle RosensteinLEO//LEO RISINGSagittarius season lights up your creativity and self-expression, dialing up your inner glow. This fiery energy feels right at home for you, igniting your passion for fun, romance and unapologetic mischief. With Mercury retrograde in this same sector, old flames or forgotten creative projects could resurface, inviting you to revisit what once made your heart race. This isn’t about living in the past, but taking what resonates and leaving the rest.Mars retrograde in your sign demands you strip away anything inauthentic, and step into your power. Are your actions aligned with what you truly desire, or are you playing into others’ expectations? Pluto is stationed in your opposite sign of Aquarius, adding an element of fate and friction to your relationships. On this axis, you are pushed to inspect your place within the collective, speaking your truth without fear of rejection. Don’t let differences in other people’s perspectives override your need to move from the heart.Leo Beauty Recommendation: Fur Pubic Styling Kitview more + 6/12 6/12 Illustration Gabrielle RosensteinVIRGO//VIRGO RISINGSagittarius season has you feeling strangely insular, seeking reprieve from the outlandish opinions and chaos of the wider world. It’s time to hunker down at home and find solace within your own space. Mercury retrograde asks you to inspect your family history and break free of some antiquated family beliefs. Moving through this reflective sector, Mercury prompts you to revisit family dynamics and reconsider long-held beliefs passed down through generations. It’s time to trade cynicism for blind faith and challenge the notions of what you once adopted as solid truth.With Pluto in Aquarius for the next two decades, healing becomes a major theme, as you deepen your connection to your body and mind. This isn’t just about tweaking your schedule –it’s about finding efficiency in your approach to productivity, health and service to others. Aquarius’s influence urges you to innovate, breaking free from perfectionist tendencies and exploring tech-driven or unconventional approaches to your craft. It’s time to work smarter, not harder, and to infuse your routines with meaning and innovation.Virgo Beauty Recommendation: Dr Sam’s Flawless Moisturiser Intenseview more + 7/12 7/12 Illustration Gabrielle RosensteinLIBRA//LIBRA RISINGSagittarius season infuses a lively energy into your social calendar, opening a rotating door of party engagements. Conversations are spirited and loud, and everyone has an appetite for excess. However, with Mercury retrograding in your communication sector, tread carefully –you might find yourself oversharing or promising more than you can deliver. Classic Sagittarian pitfalls like preaching or getting a bit too carried away with your opinions may arise, and while your intentions are usually good, it’s important to pause before you start stirring the pot too much. Mars retrogrades through Leo, providing you with a chance to reconnect with old friends or revisit ideas you once considered. It’s the perfect time to refine how you express yourself, especially in social situations. Mars retrograde also calls you to examine how you assert yourself within group settings. Are you authentically showing up in your social circles, or have you been too focused on gaining approval or attention? Use this time to reflect on the impact of your actions within your networks. Let your ambitions emanate from the heart, rather than wade under the influence of others.Libra Beauty Recommendation: Charlotte Tilbury Beauty Light Wandview more + 8/12 8/12 Illustration Gabrielle RosensteinSCORPIO//SCORPIO RISINGThis month amplifies your awareness around energetic expenditures – overspending, overworking, oversharing and overdoing it. Your propensity to live in extremes is an endearing trait, as long as it doesn’t result in self-harm or a massive energetic deficit. This is the month to call back your power. Mars, your co-ruler, retrogrades in Leo, helping you hone in on self-love. Pluto, your other co-ruler, inches through the first degrees of Aquarius, helping you upgrade and innovate your life. Hedonism is traded for higher awareness. Sagittarius’ buoyant attitude supplies you with more faith in your abilities, giving you the foresight to plan for the future. Call in abundance, replenish your battery, and be strategic about where you dedicate your energy.Scorpio Beauty Recommendation: Mother Made AM Mushroom Powderview more + 9/12 9/12 Illustration Gabrielle RosensteinSAGITTARIUS/SAGITTARIUS RISINGIt’s your season, the time to galavant blindly into unknown territory, armed with an appetite for adventure and a thirst to answer the unanswerable. Mercury begins the month retrograde in your sign, turning your usual bold, fearless communication into a game of telephone. You’re a truth seeker, but during this retrograde, the truth may come in the form of unexpected revisions, retroactive thoughts, or untold stories you didn’t see coming.Meanwhile, Pluto is settling into your house of communication for the long haul, and it’s about to get real. For the next two decades, you’ll be learning lessons about the importance of limits –both in your way of thinking and how you express your words. With Pluto’s transformative influence, you’re bound to experience shifts that force you to practice restraint where it counts. This is about understanding that true power lies in knowing when to hold back and when to speak up. Be mindful of how your words and actions align with your evolving sense of self-worth.Sagittarius Beauty Recommendation: Chanel Joues Contraste Intense Blushview more + 10/12 10/12 Illustration Gabrielle RosensteinCAPRICORN//CAPRICORN RISINGWith Pluto having graduated out of your sign, you may feel an underlying sense of relief, requiring reprieve and the chance to recharge. Sagittarius season sends you subconscious signals, amplifying your sector of spirituality and psychic ability. Although you may feel quiet or secluded, this period provides you with deep intuitive insights previously obscured. Lean into the quietude and embrace the unusual.With Pluto entering Aquarius, you’ll likely be forced to confront the ways you seek validation through material things, status, or even how others perceive your financial worth. What are you really working for? Are your possessions a reflection of who you truly are, or are they a symbol of who you think you should be? This deep, sometimes uncomfortable inquiry will help you uncover what truly matters when it comes to your self-worth and resources. Your season begins on the 21, and normalcy is restored – you’re radiating authority, poise and determination. It’s a time to put your practical wisdom to work and step into a leadership role, whether it’s at work, within your community, or in your personal life.Capricorn Beauty Recommendation: Homework Fire Candleview more + 11/12 11/12 Illustration Gabrielle RosensteinAQUARIUS//AQUARIUS RISINGAs this year draws to a close, you’re standing at the threshold of a monumental transformation. Pluto stations in your early degrees of sign, marking the start of a two-decade-long journey of profound change. This transit isn’t just about surface-level adjustments –it’s a complete metamorphosis, one that will slowly but surely reshape the way you show up in the world and the legacy you leave behind.In the immediate, Sagittarius season invites you to reach out and explore new collaborators and communities that share your lofty ideas about the future. However, Mercury and Mars retrograde suggests a need to reflect on underlying dynamics and the people you’ve aligned yourself with. Some old friendships or relationships might resurface during this time, calling for reassessment or even closure. Are these relationships helping you grow, or do they hold you back from evolving? Trust your intuition as Pluto’s presence in your sign grants you the ability to see beneath the surface, discerning hidden motives and untapped potential within your social circles.Aquarius Beauty Recommendation: Marissa Zappas Maggie The Cat Is Alive, I’m Alive! view more + 12/12 12/12 Illustration Gabrielle RosensteinPISCES//PISCES RISINGThe stars are saying, “Why not you? Why not now?” as Sagittarius season accentuates your ambitions, providing you with a renewed sense of professional purpose. It’s time to shake off any lingering doubts and step into a vocation you’ve always dreamed of. Whether you’re climbing the career ladder, refining your craft, or dreaming of monetising your artistic endeavors, you have what it takes to lead, succeed and make your mark –don’t let self-doubt stand in the way. Mercury retrograde challenges you to revisit any professional insecurities or limiting beliefs that may have been quietly sabotaging your progress. It’s the perfect time to confront imposter syndrome head-on. Reframe those doubts and replace them with an unwavering, almost arrogant belief in yourself.At the same time, Mars retrograde in Leo highlights the importance of dedicating time and energy to what you truly love. Projects previously shelved make a reappearance as the fiery, adventurous energy of Sagittarius ignites a deep sense of possibility. Your dreams don’t have to be distant fantasies anymore; it's time to believe you’re worthy of them, and that you can actually create your reality.Pisces Beauty Recommendation: Byredo Worship Herview more + 0/12 0/12