The full moon is your monthly invitation to pause, release, and realign from the inside out. Think: less chaos, more clarity. Less noise, more intention. It’s the universe’s gentle nudge to let go of what’s been dimming your energy — and return to your most authentic rhythm.
And because we’re all about vibration-raising beauty at ĀTHR, we love pairing the full moon’s energy with rituals that ground and recharge — from cleansing your space to recharging your crystal-infused eyeshadow palettes under the moonlight.
Whether you’re gathering your friends for a full moon circle or taking a quiet night for yourself, here’s your guide to creating a ritual that feels aligned, restorative, and just a little bit magical.
1. Clear Your Space, Clear Your Mind
Before you invite in new energy, make a little room for it.
Crack a window. Light a candle or some incense. Put on a playlist that feels grounding — a sound bath, soft ambient beats, whatever calms the static. Then tidy up a bit. Even a quick reset shifts how a space feels.
Next, take a quiet minute to check in and do some energetic decluttering. Try this journal prompt: “What am I ready to release that’s been taking up too much space in my energy?”
2. Take a Moon Bath
The full moon is all about release — the perfect excuse for a long, dreamy soak that doubles as self-care and a little moonlit magic.
Run a warm bath and toss in a handful of Epsom salts, a few drops of lavender or sandalwood oil, and maybe some rose petals if you’re feeling extra. Set a few crystals nearby — amethyst for balance, rose quartz for compassion, clear quartz for clarity — whatever feels right tonight.
If the weather’s on your side, take it outside — a dip in a lake or river under the moonlight is even better. There’s nothing more soul-aligning than letting the moonlight hit your skin while the water does its thing.
As you sink in, take a deep breath and picture the water pulling away anything that’s been lingering — tension, stress, that one awkward conversation you can’t stop replaying. Let it all dissolve.
When you pull the plug, imagine it all leaving with the water.
3. Make Moon Water
Fill a clean glass jar with filtered water. Before you set it out, hold the jar for a moment and infuse it with an intention — something you want to call in for the next lunar cycle: clarity, calm, creativity, ease.
Then place it by your window overnight so it can soak up the moonlight. You can leave it on a balcony, windowsill, or anywhere the moon can find it.
In the morning, use your moon water however feels right:
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Mist your face for a calm start.
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Sip a few sips first thing to bring the ritual inward.
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Water your plants — they love a lunar top-up.
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Add a few drops to your diffuser or bath.
Curious why the moon impacts us so much? Read How the Moon + Its Phases Affect Us for a deeper look into the energetic science behind lunar cycles.
4. Gather for a Full Moon Circle (or Go Solo)
There’s no rules for your rituals - you can make them social or soulful. Sacred and fun.
If you’re craving connection, invite a few friends over. Think blankets, tea, journals, and soft background music. Everyone shares one thing they’re releasing and one thing they’re calling in.
Or, if you’re keeping it solo, make it quiet and reflective — lay down, breathe, and listen to a playlist that helps you drop in. Visualize letting go of what’s been weighing you down.
5. Cleanse + Charge
Once your circle (or solo ritual) wraps up, give your space and your tools a little reset.
Set your crystals, jewelry, and ĀTHR Beauty palettes by the window to soak up the moonlight overnight — yes, you can actually charge your shadows thanks to their crystal-infused pigments. The moon’s light has always been said to cleanse and renew — a quiet way to wipe the energetic slate clean.
Want to understand how and why crystals affect us? Read Crystals: The Science + The Spiritual.
6. Integrate in the Morning
When you wake up, notice how your energy feels a little softer — a little more open, a little more aligned.
Let the morning unfold slowly. Use your moon water to rinse your face, make your coffee, breathe. There’s no rush. These small, intentional moments are what shape the life you’re building — one that feels really good to live in.
When you sit down to do your makeup, treat it like a mini ritual instead of a routine. Dust a shade of your two from your freshly “charged” ĀTHR Beauty palette on your lids for an extra energetic boost. Choose whatever shades you feel drawn to - just take your time and have fun with it.
Whether you make moon water, host a circle, or just pause to look at the night sky, it all counts. It doesn’t have to be a whole thing — sometimes it’s the simplest moments that mean the most.
Just step outside, look up, and take a breath. That’s a ritual too!
