Skin Witch Secrets: Full Moon Rituals for Your Skin & Soul

Jul 8

Honor the Moon, Heal the Skin: A Ritual for Your Face & Soul

The full moon is a spotlight, and your skin feels it too.

Whether you’re deep into your lunar practice or just feeling a little extra under that big glowing orb, the full moon is a powerful time to release, recharge, and reconnect with yourself and your skin.

At Lively Esthetics, we believe skincare is ritual. And the full moon? The perfect time to infuse your routine with intention and magic.

🌾 The Buck Moon: Growth, Shedding & Strength

This particular full moon - known as the Buck Moon - is all about renewal, strength, and stepping into your next phase. Named for the time of year when male deer begin regrowing their antlers, it’s energetically linked to transformation and empowered softness.

Buck Moon Correspondences:

Colors: Gold, sun-bleached wheat, earthy browns, deep greens
Flowers/Herbs: Sunflower 🌻, chamomile, lavender, mugwort
Crystals: Citrine (confidence), smoky quartz (grounding), moonstone (emotional healing)

Let these elements guide you as you create your skincare space; maybe light a sunflower-infused candle, set a moonstone beside your serum, or wear gold while you gua sha. Ritual is about intention and ambiance.

🌕 What Happens to Skin During the Full Moon?

Energetically, the full moon is a peak moment: emotions rise, sleep gets weird, and your skin might be more reactive, congested, or just “off.”

You may notice:

Puffiness or inflammation
Increased breakouts
Dullness or uneven tone
A craving for more rest and ritual

This isn’t random—it’s your body syncing with the moon’s rhythm. And your skincare can sync too.

🔮 Lunar Glow: Your Step-by-Step Full Moon Skincare Ritual

Here’s a skin-loving full moon ritual you can do at home—or let me guide you through in-studio:

Double Cleanse Intentionally
Wash away more than just dirt. Visualize the day (or month) melting off your skin.
Exfoliate to Release
Use a gentle scrub or enzyme to slough off dead skin—and old energy.
Hydrate + Infuse
Apply a mask or serum that deeply nourishes. Think hyaluronic acid, ceramides, CBD, or rose.
Lymphatic Massage or Gua Sha
Work with the water element. Move lymph, reduce puffiness, and restore flow with soft touch or a crystal tool.
Seal with Intention
Lock it all in with a moisturizer and a moment of gratitude. Whisper a mantra. Breathe deep. Be still.

🌬️ Shed What No Longer Serves: A Moonlit Releasing Ritual

The full moon is the perfect time to let go — not just on the outside, but deep within. Before or after your skincare ritual, try this gentle releasing practice to clear energy, tension, and old skin baggage.

Here’s how:

Find Your Quiet Space
Light a candle or place a crystal nearby. Sit comfortably with your eyes closed, taking slow, deep breaths.
Set Your Intention
Whisper or think about what you want to release — stress, negative self-talk, tension in your skin, or anything holding you back from your glow.
Visualize the Release
Imagine the tension as dark smoke or heavy fog leaving your body with every exhale. See it dissolving into the air, leaving your skin and spirit light and clear.
Write It Down (Optional)
Grab a journal and jot down what you’re releasing. Then safely burn or tear the paper, symbolizing true letting go.
Close with Gratitude
Take a moment to thank your skin, your body, and the moon for their healing power. Breathe in calm, breathe out tension.

This ritual, combined with your full moon skincare, will leave you glowing inside and out, ready to welcome fresh energy, clarity, and radiant skin.

✨ Want Some Help with That?

You don’t have to do it all alone.
My Crystal Fusion Facial or Nano-Infusion Rituals are perfect full moon companions—gentle, effective, and deeply restorative.

Let’s create a custom ritual just for you, guided by your skin and the stars.