Capricorn, the tenth sign of the zodiac, falls roughly between December 22 and January 20. Symbolized by the Goat, Capricorn is a cardinal element of Earth, which means they are ambitious and creative initiators with a grounded, practical energy. Capricorns are conventional, cerebral, cautious, hardworking, and trustworthy. Many people will seek out their Capricorn friends or family because Capricorns are the “rock” they need to lean on in times of melancholy or stress. Most Capricorns have a need for purpose and direction in life. Your ruling planet Saturn in astrology represents structure, boundaries, timing, caution, and wisdom.

Capricorns have a habit of taking on too much, always needing to be needed, and in turn, they end up draining their emotional, spiritual, and physical energy. I know some Capricorns who are guilty of this, always concerned with security in all its forms: financial, emotional, and physical, not only for themselves but also for others. This can be exhausting for anyone watching from the outside, not to mention the Goat itself.

Capricorns are goal setters set up with definite guidelines, as they are happiest with structure. Most of the time, once a goal is reached, they will move on with higher and better aspirations. The power of Saturn helps Capricorn with discipline and staying power to achieve the goals they set for themselves.

You will find that a Capricorn is quite active with walking, running, cycling… you name it, they are involved in it or at least have tried to. With all this movement, they can have a tendency to complain about their joints and muscles, which can be easily remedied with essential oil blends.

Capricorn’s ego can make others nervous, as they believe their path is the best, no matter what it is! What you may not know is that they are often hard on themselves, being a perfectionist who is never satisfied; the Captain must remember that they also possess a silly side that must be let out from time to time.

The earthy aroma of Vetiver (Vetiveria zizanoides) essential oil is sweet, heavy, deep and earthy. This oil is very often used in perfumery as a base note. Vetiver is not only often associated with the planet Capricorn and Saturn, but also with the root chakra, making vetiver a good choice for those who are too airy and need a bit of grounding. Commonly known as the Oil of Tranquility, this essential oil is excellent for the Capricorn who is physically, mentally, and emotionally exhausted. This musty scented oil can stir up those deep secrets of the soul, softening those emotional blockages, awakening Capricorn to recognize that they are really not alone in the world. Vetiver oil has a personality like that of a Capricorn, strong, full of wisdom, healthy self-esteem and integrity. Another great purpose of vetiver is to relieve muscle and joint discomfort – really helpful for the active goat! Simply mix 1 drop of Vetiver and 1 drop of Pine in a tablespoon of unscented massage oil or lotion and massage into muscle.

The high vibrational energy of Lemon (Citrus limon) essential oil will propel any sour mood into sun-drenched joy. The light, clean and fresh scent engages the psyche with vivacity and an aura of happiness. This uplifting lemon scent grants clarity, awareness, and direction to those who inhale the aroma. A wonderful morning olfactory delight to help set the tone for the day ahead, simply spray a few drops on your shower floor and allow the steam to lift the scent throughout your shower stall. For those worn-out Capricorns who are emotionally tense and need to relax, the aromatic bliss of lemon can ease that vibe.

With Capricorn in the winter months, essential oil of pine (Pinus sylvestris) is an excellent choice. It has a clean, woody, leafy aroma that resonates with the months of December and January. Just looking at a pine tree noticing the straight and structured trunk reminds me of the logical and practical Capricorn. Pine’s scent and personality encourage direction, self-confidence, positivity, patience, and strength, helping the goal-oriented Capricorn with their to-do lists.

Pine essential oil is also known to have a stimulating action on circulation, helps with fatigue and is a great expectorant. The essential oil is produced from the distillation of the needles, cones and branches of the Scots pine. For colds it is best to diffuse in a room with just a few drops in a diffuser, a little goes a long way.

This essential oil is invigorating, awakening the soul within us, fostering strength, confidence, and direction. Pine also pairs well with Lemon essential oil creating an energizing and uplifting aroma that is clean and fresh.

Fun fact: Elvis Presley was a Capricorn