August is a month when dreams come true. There is a lot of positive movement forward, Leo Season is underway, and opportunities for expansion, perspective, and love are apparent.
We begin the month with Mars entering Libra on August 6 until September 22, creating an atmosphere of partnership, peace, and harmony. Mars in Libra is motivated to create justice, understanding, and beauty in the world, and this energy will be inspiring more connection, creativity, and relationship developments this month.
Your August 2025 Monthly Horoscopes: An Overview
The Full Moon of the month happens on August 9 and will occur in Aquarius. This Full Moon is the time to let go of old perspectives or intentions that don’t serve, and to focus on where your inner compass system is guiding you right now. A few days later, Mercury goes direct in Leo after being retrograde since July 17, and it’s time to break free from limitations or self-doubt within communication. With Mercury now direct in Leo, there is more confidence, passion, and charisma within communication matters, and it’s time to put your best foot forward and to bet on yourself.
With Venus in Cancer for most of the month, more sensitivity within relationship matters is apparent now, and it’s about bringing compassion to your intimate world and emotional foundations. Virgo Season officially begins on August 22, and this Virgo Season is all about a new beginning. When the Sun is in Virgo, we have more energy to get organized, take care of responsibilities, and feel more purposeful within the present moment. The following day, there is a New Moon in Virgo, and this is a potent time for setting your intentions for what you want to bring to harvest over the next month.
Your intentions are powerful, as are your words, and it’s time to get clear and write down your vision.
As we close out the month, Venus moves into Leo from August 25 until September 21, and love is loud during this time. While Venus is in Leo, we feel more confident in going after our heart’s desires, and this is a time of courage, strength, and passion in love. Venus in Leo knows the importance of loving yourself just as much as loving others, and it’s about having a good balance here right now.
Overall, real progress is being made this month, and August is about being open to a miracle.
Read for your sun and rising sign below to see what August has in store for you.
What August 2025 Has In Store For Your Zodiac Sign
ARIES
AriesKyra Jay for xoNecoleAugust is a chance at happiness, Aries. Culminations occur, bringing you closer to your heart and closer to others. With the Sun in your 5th house of romance and inner joy for most of the month, there is a lot to feel confident about right now, and you are moving forward freely. The Full Moon at the beginning of the month happens in an area of your life that has to do with your manifestations, and you are entering August with good luck on your side.
Mars, your ruling planet, moves into your house of love from August 6 until late September, and you are motivated by the dynamics playing out in your partnerships right now. Things are getting spicy for you in August, and your relationships are a source of passion and empowerment. Before the month ends, Venus enters your 5th house as well, even further enhancing the energy of love, support, and compassion in your life this month.
TAURUS
TaurusKyra Jay for xoNecoleAugust is a month of collaboration, effort, and creativity, Taurus. There is a lot to tend to as you build new foundations in your world, and the main message for you this month is that you don’t have to do it alone. With the Sun in your house of home, family, and inner strength for most of the month, it’s about connecting with the support in your life and setting down the building blocks for your future through gratitude and patience.
On August 23, we have a New Moon in fellow earth sign Virgo, and this New Moon is a new beginning for you in love. A new door opens for your heart to examine, and you are recognizing what you need in order to experience healthy and stable relationships in your world. Before the month ends, Venus, your ruling planet, enters your 9th house of adventure, and love is taking you on a ride. Moving out of August and into September, new plans are made, traveling is likely, and you are keeping an eye out for the options presenting themselves to you.
GEMINI
GeminiKyra Jay for xoNecoleAugust is all about perspective, and keeping yours, Gemini. Your guidance for the month is to protect your energy and trust your instincts on what is right for you and what doesn’t resonate anymore. Your ruling planet, Mercury, has been retrograde for the past few weeks and finally goes direct on August 11, creating more progress and communication breakthroughs after some time of chaos in your world. With this settling of energy, the fog is lifting, and you can see things more clearly that you may have missed before
The New Moon of the month happens on August 23 and creates a new beginning for you in the home. This New Moon is the perfect opportunity to set intentions for what new foundations you want to build in your world and to get things organized in your safe spaces. Before the month ends, Venus enters Leo and brings harmony to your mind. You are having important conversations, extending an olive branch, and feeling more seen and understood, leaving August.
CANCER
CancerKyra Jay for xoNecoleAugust is a month of speaking your mind and being confident in your ideas and inspirations, Cancer. The Sun is in your house of income, abundance, and values for most of the month, and you are coming up with the ideas that are going to help you succeed in the long term. On August 9, we have a Full Moon happening in your 8th house of transformation, and you are ready to let go of doing things the hard way. It’s all about opening yourself up to the gifts, connections, and new beginnings you deserve, and letting go of anything that is holding you back from that.
At the end of the month, we have a New Moon occurring in an area of your life having to do with communication, and you are getting your point across right now. Bridges of connection are being built, and this is a good month for networking efforts, publishing your ideas, or having the important conversations that you have been meaning to have. Venus is in Cancer until August 25, and you have the luck of love on your side this month. Focus on moving forward and don’t let any negativity distract you or your progress.
LEO
LeoKyra Jay for xoNecoleLove is a highlight of your life this month, Leo. Leo Season is officially here, the Sun is in your sign for most of the month, and you are thriving in this energy. You begin the month with a Full Moon in your opposite sign, Aquarius, creating a culmination for you in love. You are recognizing the progress you have made within some of your most important connections and relationships, and feeling more harmony in the changes that are unfolding for you here.
Mercury has been retrograde in your sign for the past few weeks, and finally goes direct on August 11, inspiring you towards clarity and remaining in Leo until September 2. With Mercury on your side right now, there is more understanding and support in your world, and this is a good time for getting clearer on your intentions moving forward and to start laying the foundations from your new ideas. Before the month ends, Venus enters your sign until September 19, further enhancing the energy of love in your life this month. August is about valuing your time and energy, and allowing others to reciprocate this love to you.
VIRGO
VirgoKyra Jay for xoNecoleA lot is going on for you this month, but it is nothing you can’t handle, Virgo. August is a busy month for you, as you have a lot of new responsibilities on your plate and are also feeling more inspired by the opportunities presenting themselves. The Full Moon happening at the start of the month is helping you reflect on health matters and what has been weighing you down mentally, and you are beginning the month looking to decompress as much as you have been taking action.
Your ruling planet, Mercury, has been retrograde in an area of your life that deals with closure and healing, and after a few weeks of gathering your strength, you are finally ready to let go. Mercury goes direct on August 11, and you can take a deep breath now. Virgo Season officially begins on August 22, and this is when things really start to pick up for you. With a New Moon in Virgo on the following day, there is something about healing, reflecting, and empowering yourself this month, and you are the one creating your own destiny right now as you move forward.
LIBRA
LibraKyra Jay for xoNecoleAugust is about opening your heart, Libra. A balance is needed this month, but this is one of your many strengths in life, and you are moving through this time with all the right tools, resources, and support to succeed. The most significant transit for you this month is Mars entering Libra on August 6 until September 22. With Mars, the planet of action, in your sign for the rest of the summer, you have some extra energy at your disposal now and the inspiration to see things through.
The Full Moon of the month occurs in a fellow air sign, highlighting a romantic and supportive area of your chart. This Full Moon is about letting go of old connections or pain that no longer have a place in your present moment or where you are headed in love. Finally, as we close out the month, we have a New Moon in your 12th house of endings, dreams, and healing, and you are closing one chapter of your life and making room for another as we end August.
SCORPIO
ScorpioKyra Jay for xoNecoleAugust is about opening a new door for your heart, Scorpio. There are some pleasant surprises in store for you this month, and it's time to put yourself out there. With the Sun at the very top of your chart, shining its benevolence on you, you are grabbing the attention of others and creating the opportunities you have been looking for. On August 6, Mars, your ruling planet, enters your 12th house, and you are motivated to create space, heal, and make room for your heart to experience something new.
Mercury goes Direct on August 11, after being Retrograde in your house of career and reputation for the past few weeks, and you are finally being seen and recognized for the good work you have done and the positive intentions you have had. The New Moon happening before the month ends on August 23 is one of the most magical New Moons for you to manifest, and it’s time to believe in a miracle. Anything can happen for you, expect it to be good this month.
SAGITTARIUS
SagittariusKyra Jay for xoNecoleRemember how powerful you are this month, Sagittarius. This month can feel like a lot to handle if you are not valuing yourself, your time, and your energy. The Sun is in your 9th house for most of the month, and you are in a more introspective mood right now. The Full Moon happening on August 9 is closing the door to communication that hasn’t served you, and is helping you gain clarity on the guidance from your soul.
Mercury officially goes direct on August 11, after being retrograde in a fellow fire sign for the past few weeks, and this is helping you execute your plans and see things with a new perspective. You have had to navigate life with a little more caution while Mercury was retrograde, and with this energy moving forward now, so are your plans and adventures. Before the month ends, the Sun enters your 10th house of success and career, and it’s time to practice self-love affirmations, own your confidence, and allow your gifts to shine.
CAPRICORN
CapricornKyra Jay for xoNecoleAugust changes everything for you, Capricorn. Transformations are evident, and you are ready to move forward with what you know now. With the Sun in your 8th house of rebirth for most of the month, you are in a space of letting go of the past and creating your future, and you are finding your peace within the middle ground. On August 9, a Full Moon occurs in your 2nd house of abundance, and it’s time to make space for new financial opportunities to enter your world.
On August 23, we have a New Moon in Virgo, highlighting your 9th house of travel, adventure, and inner wisdom. This New Moon is bringing you a new perspective and showing you just how lucky you are, after a few weeks of feeling like you were walking on shaky ground. On August 25, Venus, the planet of love, enters an area chart having to do with intimacy and shared resources, and you move into a time of feeling more commitment and grace within your close partnerships.
AQUARIUS
AquariusKyra Jay for xoNecoleAugust is about moving on and moving forward, Aquarius. You are letting go of a lot this month and are supported in your new beginning. The month begins with a Full Moon in Aquarius on August 9, creating a space of closure for you. You have been through a lot of personal changes this year, and this Full Moon is reflecting how much you have grown in the process of it all. With the Sun in your sister sign, highlighting the love in your life for most of August, emotions are running high, but you are also finding new ways to soothe the waters and make the most of the changes you are moving through.
At the end of the month, the New Moon happens, and this is another aspect that is creating a deep change in your world. Your guidance for the month is to flow with change rather than force or fear it, and to know that when things are meant to be for you, they will feel more stable. As you close out the month, you are in a space of reflection, and you are strengthening your energy for the new opportunities ahead of you.
PISCES
PiscesKyra Jay for xoNecolePatience is key this month, Pisces. You are thinking a lot about your work efforts, finances, and purpose in life, and you are generating some new ideas for it all in the process. This is a good month to get things in order, create a new plan, and take action on your vision. On August 9, there is a Full Moon in your 12th house, and you are ready to let go of the way things have been and old emotional patterns that have been limiting your personal growth. Follow your inner light this month and let it guide you towards happiness.
On August 23, we have a New Moon in Virgo and in an area of your chart that deals with love, creating new opportunities for support, romance, and abundance in your world. This is the perfect New Moon for you to set your intentions for connection and for what relationship developments you want to see take place for you over the next month. Overall, you are leaving August with love on your mind, and this is creating a space for new connections and abundance to bloom.
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Anyway, I personally think that the less shallow folks out here may contemplate calling things “quits” or they at least distance themselves a bit from their partner (and what I’m referring to is serious relationships) due to all of the stress and strain that oftentimes comes with the holidays whether it be financial, familial, due to their tight schedules or something else.
Listen, I would hate for you and your man to miss the fun and happiness of experiencing this time of year, all because you are so overwhelmed or irritated that you can’t really enjoy it. That’s why I have a few practical tips for how to avoid allowing the typical holiday season stress from INFECTING your relationship.
Manage Your Expectations
GiphyUnmanaged expectations. If there is a main reason why the holiday season tends to be so stress-filled for so many people, I’d bet good money that this is the cause. And when you’re in a long-term relationship, expectations can manifest themselves in all sorts of cryptic and/or unexpected ways. You might have relatives who assume that you are going to be with them for Thanksgiving or Christmas when you have other plans in mind. You might be thinking that you are going to spend one amount for presents while your man is thinking something totally different. When it comes to scheduling, your signals may be crossed.
And you know what? To all of these scenarios, this is where clear and consistent communication come in. Don’t assume anything. Don’t dictate anything either. From now until New Year’s, mutually decide to check in once a week, just to make sure that you are both on the same page as it relates to the holidays and what you both are thinking will come along with it. The less blindsided you both feel, the less stressed out you will be. Trust me on this.
Set (and Keep) a Budget
GiphyOkay, so I read that last year, 36 percent of Americans incurred some type of holiday-related debt. Hmph. Last year, there was still some sense of normalcy in this country, chile, so I can only imagine what finances are gonna look like over the next several weeks. That said, since I don’t know a lot of people who don’t find being broke stressful, make sure that you and your bae set a budget and then stick to it this year — no ifs, ands or buts.
Because really, y’all — it doesn’t make sense to deplete savings and/or max out credit cards for a few days of giggles only to be damn near losing your mind because you don’t know how to make ends meet come Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
And by the way, this tip doesn’t just speak to things like food and gifts; I also mean travel. If it doesn’t make a ton of sense (or cents) to be all over the place this year — DON’T BE.
Keep Matthew 5:37 at the Forefront
GiphyIf off the top of your head, you don’t know what Matthew 5:37 says, no worries, here ya go: “But let your ‘Yes’ be ‘Yes,’ and your ‘No,’ ‘No.’ For whatever is more than these is from the evil one.” That verse right there? Oh, it’s a boundaries lifesaver! I say that because do you see “maybe” or “I’ll think about it” in there? Nope. LOL. It says that you should tell people “yes” or “no” and leave it at that — and that complements Anne Lamott’s quote, “’No’ is a complete sentence” impeccably well. Yeah, you’ve got to remember that anything beyond a yes or no to a request is privileged information; you don’t owe anyone details or an explanation.
Besides, if you are really honest with yourself, when someone asks you something and you give a “Umm, let me think about it” kind of reply, more times than not, you already know what your answer is going to be — so why not let you both off of the hook? Give your response. Commit to that. And let everyone (including yourself) get on with their lives and schedules.
I promise you that when it comes to those holiday parties, you are pissing more folks off by not RSVP’ing or doing so and not showing up than just saying, “Thank you but not this year” off the rip.
Remember That Your Personal Space Is Privilege Not a Right
GiphyA friend of mine recently bought a new house and invited me over to come see it. He’s a single man with no children, so as I was taking in all of the space that he had, especially as I walked through his finished basement, I joked about relatives coming to live with him. “Hell no” and “absolutely not” were pretty much his immediate responses as he went on to say that some folks even had the nerve to be offended when he told them that he had no intentions on taking DNA in.
Ain’t it wild how people think that your stuff is their right? And yes, that brings me to my next point. Your home is your sanctuary space. If you want to host folks this year — cool. If not, ALSO COOL. Please don’t let folks (family included) guilt you into how they want you to act or even into what they would do if the shoe was on the other foot. You are not them — and as one of my favorite quotes states, “If two people were exactly alike, one of them would be unnecessary.” (A man by the name Larry Dixon said that.)
Hell, my friends? They know that I am good for sending them random things that they need or even want all throughout the year. Coming over to hang out at my pace, though. Uh-uh. Chalk it up to being a card-carrying member of the ambivert club yet I like keeping my living space personal — and I sleep like a baby, each and every night, for feeling that way.
Always remember that your space, your time, your resources, your energy and shoot, yourself period (including your relationship), are all things that are your own. You get to choose how, when and why you want to share them. The holiday season is certainly no exception.
Cultivate Some “You Two Only” Traditions
GiphyIt’s not uncommon for some couples to hit me up after the holiday season to “detox.” Sometimes it’s due to the financial drama (and sometimes trauma) that they experienced. Sometimes it’s because they allowed their relatives (especially in-laws) to get more into their personal business than they should’ve. More than anything, though, it tends to be because they didn’t get enough quality time together and so ended up feeling “disconnected.”
Please don’t let that happen. Listen, I’m not even a holidays kind of woman and yet, I will absolutely sit myself down with some hot chocolate and chocolate chip cookies to enjoy a Hallmark holiday film or two. Aside from the fact that most of them are lighthearted and sweet, I also like that they usually focus on couples loving on each other amidst all of the holiday beauty and ambiance — which is something that all couples should set aside some time to do.
Maybe it’s a vacation. Maybe it’s a staycation. Or maybe it’s my personal favorite, A SEXCATION. Whether it’s for a few days, the weekend or even overnight — don’t you let the holidays go by without setting aside time for you and your man to celebrate one another. Don’t you dare (check out “Are You Ready To Have Some Very Merry 'Christmas Sex'?”).
GET. SOME. REST.
GiphyI once read that 8 out of 10 people get stressed out over the holidays and 3 out of 10 lose sleep during to it — and when you’re stress-filled and sleep-deprived, that can absolutely lead to hypersensitivity, making mountains out of molehills and even not being in the mood for sex.
Your relationship can’t afford to go through any of this, so definitely make sure to prioritize rest. I don’t care how unrealistic it might seem during this time, sleep should never be seen as a luxury; it will always and forever be a great necessity.
That said, try to get no less than six hours of shut-eye in (check out “6 Fascinating Ways Sex And Sleep Definitely Go Hand In Hand”) and even ask your bae to take a nap with you sometimes (check out “Wanna Have Some Next-Level Sex? Take A Nap, Sis.”). Not only will sleep help to restore your mind, body and spirit but, when it’s with your partner, it’s an act of intimacy that can make you both feel super connected, even in the midst of what might feel like chaos.
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Holiday season stress is real. Still, never give it the permission or power to throw your relationship off. Put you and your man first and let the holidays be what they are gonna be, chile.
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If, while on your continual journey to get the best out of your own tresses, you’d like to learn how to get them healthier than it’s ever been, I’ve got seven acids that are typically known for skin use that can be just as beneficial to your hair as well.
1. Salicylic Acid
When it comes to your skin, salicylic acid is beta-hydroxy acid that is great for your skin if you’re looking for something that will exfoliate it, clear out your pores and dissolve dead skin cells. In fact, this is why it’s an acid that is quite popular when it comes to treating acne.
Your hair will enjoy salicylic acid because, if you’re looking to remove product build-up, you want to soothe an itchy or irritated scalp or you’ve got some dandruff flakes that are totally driving you up the wall, salicylic acid has the ability to treat all of this. Either purchasing a shampoo that contains this ingredient or adding it to your favorite scalp scrub is probably the most effective way to get the most out of it.
Just make sure that if your scalp is sensitive or dry that you approach with caution. In these instances, it could end up irritating your scalp more than helping it out, so use a very little bit in the beginning to make sure that it vibes with you.
2. Lactic Acid
Lactic acid is an alpha hydroxy acid that can help to even out your skin tone as well as slow down the signs of aging. The properties in it help to do this by reducing hyperpigmentation and boosting collagen production in your skin as well as keeping it hydrated.
Why is it great for your locks? For one thing, lactic acid is considered to be a humectant. This means that it pulls water from the air so that your hair is able to remain moisturized.
Another thing that makes it a winner is the fact that lactic acid breaks down dead skin cells on your scalp (so that your hair follicles are able to flourish), it can help to soften and detangle your hair (making it a helpful addition on your wash days) and it also helps to protect your tresses from heat styling tools and UV damage. Applying a hair rinse that’s made up of part lactic acid and part water can work wonderfully (so long as you apply it once a month, tops; more than that might be too “intense” for your hair strands).
3. Glycolic Acid
Glycolic acid is a water-soluble alpha hydroxy acid that is actually made from sugar. Your skin will adore it because it smooths the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, improves the texture of your skin, gently exfoliates, clears your pores and brightens up your complexion overall.
The reasons why you should consider this acid for your hair is because it helps to keep your scalp youthful (and yes, there is such a thing; check out “Your Scalp Ages Six Times Faster Than Your Face. Why It Matters.”), removes excess sebum (that could be clogging up your hair follicles) and it helps to keep your hair moisturized. Your best bet here is to make it a part of your pre-shampooing ritual.
4. Succinic Acid
Succinic acid is an acid that is made from sugar cane and contains antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties. Although it doesn’t exactly exfoliate (like many of these other acids do), it can still be beneficial to your skin when it comes to reducing the kind of irritation that is associated with eczema, decreasing the bacteria that leads to breakouts and keeping your skin pretty hydrated.
As far as your hair goes, this is an acid that is worth trying out because it helps to balance the sebum that is on your scalp, remove dead skin and product build-up that can irritate your scalp and clog your hair follicles and, succinic acid is also beneficial when it comes to reducing dandruff and helping to prevent hair loss. Most people tend to apply this as a serum.
5. Hyaluronic Acid
I’ve officially sung the praises of hyaluronic acid on this platform before. One example is via the article, “Why Your Skin, Hair, And Nails Need Hyaluronic Acid Like...Yesterday.” On the skin tip, hyaluronic acid is great because it deeply hydrates your skin, contains anti-aging properties and can even bring relief to vaginal (including vulvar) dryness.
Your hair will adore this particular acid because it aids moisture to it (including your hair follicles), will help to improve your hair’s texture and it also soothes scalp dryness, nurtures the cuticles of your tresses and decreases frizz. Using a serum rich in this acid as a pre-poo or as a leave-in conditioner is recommended.
6. Azelaic Acid
If you’ve never heard of azelaic acid before, this is your lucky day. It’s a dicarboxylic acid that, when it comes to skincare (and hair care) products, is usually synthetic. Anyway, if you are looking for a way to reduce inflammation, even skin tone after a breakout or if you want to use an exfoliant that will improve the texture of your skin overtime, you might want to give this acid a shot.
This one makes the list as far as your hair is concerned because, if achieving more inches is your current focus, azelaic acid might come in handy. That’s because it is able to strengthen your hair, thicken your strands and also stimulate hair growth from within your hair follicles.
7. Glutamic Acid
Glutamic acid is actually a type of amino acid. Skin-wise, it’s great for deeply hydrating your skin as well as protecting it from pollutants and damaging UV rays. Also, if you’re looking for an acid that treats skin dryness or “tightness,” this could be the answer to your prayers.
Since glutamic acid is also considered to be a humectant, it’s another acid that can moisturize your hair. As a result, it can decrease breakage while helping your hair to feel smooth and look shiny.
BONUS: Amino Acids
Speaking of amino acids and hair, please try to keep some amino acids in your diet at all times. The reason why is because, since your hair is made up of mostly protein (keratin, to be exact), amino acids are pretty darn effective when it comes to helping you to maintain the overall health and well-being of your hair.
Ones to prioritize include proline (it boosts collagen so that your hair strands can maintain flexibility); arginine (it increases blood flow to your hair follicles so that they can receive the nutrients that they need); cysteine (it helps to keep your hair follicles healthy); alanine (it helps your system to produce more collagen), and isoleucine (it strengthens the tissues that help to make up your hair strands). All of these are available in supplement form or you can use Google to see which foods contain them.
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Although it might initially seem odd to apply acid to your hair, as you can see, certain ones will work miracles for it. So, test them out to see which one tickles your fancy.
Hell, since they work for your skin as well — it’s a two-for-one deal that is worth every penny!
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