Your Lunar Calendar: 18 October – 16 November 2026
The Growing Light: 18–23 October
The Moon waxes through Capricorn, Aquarius and Pisces — steady, sociable, then dreamy.
- Good for business: Aquarius days (19–21) suit teamwork, networking and pitching new ideas. Capricorn (18) favours planning and dealing with structures and budgets.
- Haircuts: 18–21 support growth and shaping; 22–23 in Pisces are softer days, better for a trim than a bold restyle.
- Medical: routine check-ups and dental work go smoothly in Capricorn on the 18th.
- Weddings and travel: the 22nd and 23rd in Pisces are tender, romantic days — lovely for quiet trips and small ceremonies, less so for logistics.
- Avoid big launches on these days: the Moon is still filling, not yet full.
Full Moon and Mercury Retrograde: 24–27 October
The Full Moon in Aries (25th) is intense, and Mercury turns retrograde from the 24th.
- Unfavourable for: signing contracts, buying electronics, weddings, long journeys, elective procedures. Expect delays and crossed wires.
- Good for: finishing what's already begun, honest conversations, reviewing plans, decluttering.
- Haircuts: minor trims fine; skip dramatic colour or chemical treatments.
- Medical: emergency care is always fine; postpone elective procedures if you can.
Waning and Slowing: 28 October – 7 November
The Moon shrinks through Gemini, Cancer, Leo, Virgo and Libra. A natural time to release, rest and repair.
- Best for haircuts: 28–29 (Gemini) and 4–7 (Virgo/Libra) — excellent for cutting, shaping and letting go of what's grown out.
- Good for business: behind-the-scenes work, admin, audits, clearing debts and unresolved matters.
- Unfavourable for weddings and travel: last-quarter days (31 Oct–3 Nov) in Leo bring pride clashes and drama. Keep plans flexible.
- Medical: excellent window for check-ups, tests and dental care on 4–5 November in Virgo. Speak to your doctor about anything that worries you.
- Emotionally tender: 1–3 November in Leo — rest more, react less.
New Moon Threshold: 8–12 November
The dark of the Moon in Scorpio, still under Mercury retrograde — a quiet, inward passage.
- Unfavourable for: launches, weddings, surgery, travel, big purchases. Keep it low-key.
- Good for: meditation, journaling, therapy, forgiveness, planting intentions for the month ahead.
- Haircuts: avoid on 8–10; the 11th–12th in Sagittarius is fine for a simple cut.
The New Beginning: 13–16 November
Mercury turns direct on the 13th — the air clears. Capricorn and Aquarius bring structure and momentum.
- Good for business: restart projects, sign agreements, pitch ideas, make plans.
- Best for weddings and travel: 13–16 November — warm, grounding, forward-moving days.
- Haircuts: excellent on 14–16 for growth and a fresh look.
- Medical: good for scheduled procedures after the 13th, once you've spoken with your doctor.
Message for You
This month asks you to finish before you begin. The full Moon and Mercury retrograde are not obstacles — they're a pause button. Use the waning weeks to clear, cut and release, then step into 13 November ready to move. Trust the rhythm; it's on your side.