Article by Vinayak Bhatt

Herbal baths are a powerful way to align planetary energies, cleanse negativity, and attract prosperity. Based on your *Lagna (Ascendant)*, you can prepare specific herbal baths that resonate with your ruling planet and cosmic vibrations during Makar Sankranti.

1. Aries Lagna (Mesh Lagna)
– Ruling Planet: Mars
– Herbal Bath Ingredients:
– Red sandalwood powder, rose petals, and a pinch of turmeric.
– Add a few drops of essential oil of clove for energy and vitality.
– Purpose: Boost confidence, remove lethargy, and enhance focus.

2. Taurus Lagna (Vrishabha Lagna)
– Ruling Planet: Venus
– Herbal Bath Ingredients:
– Milk, rose petals, and a few drops of sandalwood oil.
– Add white lotus flowers if available.
– Purpose: Attract abundance, enhance beauty, and promote peace of mind.

3. Gemini Lagna (Mithun Lagna)
– Ruling Planet: Mercury
– Herbal Bath Ingredients:
– Tulsi (Holy Basil) leaves, green cardamom, and a pinch of neem powder.
– Add a few drops of lemon essential oil for clarity and freshness.
– Purpose: Improve communication, mental clarity, and focus.

4. Cancer Lagna (Karka Lagna)
– Ruling Planet: Moon
– Herbal Bath Ingredients:
– Milk, jasmine flowers, and a pinch of camphor.
– Add a few drops of lavender oil for emotional balance.
– Purpose: Soothe emotions, promote relaxation, and enhance intuition.

5. Leo Lagna (Simha Lagna)
– Ruling Planet: Sun
– Herbal Bath Ingredients:
– Turmeric, saffron, and a few drops of orange essential oil.
– Add marigold petals for solar energy.
– Purpose: Increase vitality, confidence, and attract divine blessings.

6. Virgo Lagna (Kanya Lagna)
– Ruling Planet: Mercury
– Herbal Bath Ingredients:
– Neem leaves, aloe vera gel, and a pinch of green gram flour.
– Add a few drops of eucalyptus oil for purification.
– Purpose: Detoxify, enhance physical and mental health, and bring focus.

7. Libra Lagna (Tula Lagna)
– Ruling Planet: Venus
– Herbal Bath Ingredients:
– Rose petals, sandalwood powder, and honey.
– Add a few drops of jasmine essential oil for luxury and balance.
– Purpose: Attract harmony, beauty, and material abundance.

8. Scorpio Lagna (Vrishchik Lagna)
– Ruling Planet: Mars
– Herbal Bath Ingredients:
– Red sandalwood powder, hibiscus petals, and a pinch of rock salt.
– Add a few drops of clove oil for strength and courage.
– Purpose: Clear negativity, boost energy, and enhance inner strength.

9. Sagittarius Lagna (Dhanu Lagna)
– Ruling Planet: Jupiter
– Herbal Bath Ingredients:
– Turmeric, saffron, and a pinch of basil powder.
– Add a few drops of frankincense essential oil for wisdom and prosperity.
– Purpose: Attract spiritual blessings and promote higher knowledge.

10. Capricorn Lagna (Makara Lagna)
– Ruling Planet: Saturn
– Herbal Bath Ingredients:
– Black sesame seeds, neem leaves, and a pinch of charcoal powder.
– Add a few drops of vetiver oil for grounding and stability.
– Purpose: Remove karmic burdens, promote discipline, and attract stability.

11. Aquarius Lagna (Kumbha Lagna)
– Ruling Planet: Saturn
– Herbal Bath Ingredients:
– Eucalyptus leaves, rock salt, and a pinch of ashwagandha powder.
– Add a few drops of patchouli oil for grounding and healing.
– Purpose: Enhance creativity, calm the mind, and remove blockages.

12. Pisces Lagna (Meena Lagna)
– Ruling Planet: Jupiter
– Herbal Bath Ingredients:
– Sandalwood powder, jasmine flowers, and a pinch of turmeric.
– Add a few drops of ylang-ylang oil for spiritual elevation.
– Purpose: Attract divine grace, enhance intuition, and promote inner peace.

General Steps for Herbal Bathing
1. Preparation: Boil the herbal ingredients in water and let it cool. Strain the water and mix it with your bathing water.
2. Intentions: Before bathing, meditate or pray to set your intentions for purification and blessings.
3. After Bathing: Sit in silence or meditate to absorb the energies.

These herbal baths, customized for each Lagna, can be performed easily at home during Makar Sankranti to align with planetary energies, cleanse negativity, and attract prosperity and spiritual blessings.