Every year around March 19–21, day and night reach near-perfect balance: the spring equinox, the moment the sun crosses the celestial equator and light begins to outpace darkness. Cultures across the globe have marked this turning point for thousands of years, from Stonehenge to the temples of Mesoamerica, orienting their calendars and ceremonies around it.
In astrology, it also signals the new year: the sun's entry into bold, Mars-ruled Aries, one of four Cardinal Points considered the most potent moments for new beginnings. Days grow longer, winter's introspection lifts, and a season of growth and possibility opens.
How To Celebrate the Spring Equinox
For centuries, people around the world marked the equinox with ceremony, feasting, and reverence for the natural world. Many of these traditions have found their way into our contemporary celebrations.
Here are some ways to mark the holiday:
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Spend Time in Nature - The simplest and most powerful equinox practice is going outside. Take a walk in a park, sit near water, tend a garden, or simply stand barefoot in the grass.
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Do a Spring Cleanse, Inside & Out - Spring cleaning isn't just a domestic chore, it's a whole-body reset. Open the windows. Move the furniture. And while you're at it, give your personal wellness routines the same thoughtful refresh.
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Host a Dinner Party - Mark the equinox by cooking with seasonal, fresh ingredients that honor the changing season. Think vibrant greens, edible flowers, bright herbs, and light, nourishing dishes.
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Create a Moodboard - Make a visual representation of what you're calling in this spring.
Refresh Your Self-Care Routines for the New Season Ahead
Your intimate health benefits from a seasonal reset, too. Spring is an ideal time to revisit your vaginal health routine as the change of seasons, shifting hormones, new stress patterns, and even environmental changes can affect vaginal pH and microbiome balance.
For a weekly routine we recommend:
Balance or Rebalance Wash: For gentle daily cleansing.
Restore® Gel: Three times a week, incorporate Restore® Gel into your routine. Designed to replenish natural moisture and support the vaginal microbiome, Restore® Gel works with your body to maintain healthy conditions - especially helpful if you're navigating dryness, hormonal shifts, or recovering from antibiotics or stress.
Reset Vaginal Probiotic Suppository: Once a week, use a Reset Probiotic Suppository to actively nourish your vaginal microbiome with beneficial Lactobacillus strains. A thriving vaginal microbiome isn't just about comfort, it's also connected to your broader immune health, hormonal balance, and overall vitality.
