This post is a comprehensive guide for a basic idea on how the various ascendant signs can appear physically. The rising tends to have an impact on the facial structure, features and overall body structure. Planets in the first house as well as conjunct the ascendant tend to have an impact as well.
(or Mars in the 1st house/Conjunct Ascendant)
With Aries rising with physical body becomes ruled by planet Mars. Distinctive facial feature are often present that really stand. The face itself can be of a triangular shape; often long and thick while possessing high cheek bones. The forehead is often of a broad stature with hair that is rough or wiry. The hair line, especially in men, is prone to a receding nature at the temple and prone to early hair loss.
Prominent eye brows are usually present, sometimes being bushy. The neck line is often thick and muscular; especially if it’s worked on. Often the face, temple or forehead region have scars or marks on them that are distinguishable.
The physical body itself often contains a strong up rite bone structure to support a muscular and athletic body tone. Despite a more muscular build the body height can be a bit shorter towards average in most cases. The skin can be golden or have a bronze type tint to it. The walking is confident with an upright posture about it. There is much purpose in the steps often ripe with determination. A health looking complexion is a strong way to sum up the overall physical physique.
(or Venus in the 1st house/Conjunct Ascendant)
When Taurus is rising Venus rules the physical body. The face can often be a roundish nature, appearing immense and full. The hair tends to be wavy with often more a chance of being on the darker side. The eyebrows are often larger, distinguished; with eyes contained a darker eye tone. The nose and mouth can oft appear wider with thicket and lush lips.
The physical body is usually on the smaller side than compared to the average body. Despite the smaller status the build can often be strong and solid; like a bull. There can be a tendency of being more overweight for men with women possibly being smaller and lean. The shoulders and neck line of each sex is often thick, muscular and defined well. The torso and hands can carry a pudgy type appearance to them.
(or Mercury in the 1st house/Conjunct Ascendant)
When Gemini is ascending in a birth chart the physical body is ruled by Mercury. The head tends to be a narrow appearance and come across longer from hair to chin then average. The forehead stands astute and high due to the increased vertical length of the head. The ears can have distinguishable features about them often center on the lobes that stick out more.
The overall facial muscles are astute due to the communicative nature of Mercury ruling the Ascendant. The face tends to have a long complexation along with being vivid and lively. Despite the upbeat facial appearance there may be a marked nervous energy; especially in the eyes. The eyes themselves can stand further apart then average while being full of wonder in the gaze. It is not uncommon to see them investigating the environment.
The physical body itself tends to appear delicate yet be tall in stature. The overall complexion can be strong, despite a usually slender and fitter appearance. The skin may be more of a noticeable olive tan tone; most likely attributed to being out and about more socially. The hands can especially be emphasized; perhaps being stronger or quicker. The limbs are also rather lanky which can be a result of the stretched out height.
(or Moon in the 1st house/Conjunct Ascendant)
When Cancer rules the birth horoscope 1st house the moon rules over the physical body. The face is of an oval shape; often rounded and “moon-like.” A double chin is prevalent often in their face structure; supplemented by a stout jaw. The nose is usually smaller but approaches a tip and points upward. The eyes are of a watery nature in a way that you sense the emotions and responses to everything they experience.
The person’s physical expression of the facial muscles can appear hesitant or passive. The physical body itself falls on the average or shorter side of height with a curvy appearance to it. There can be a tendency of being “stockier” on the top of the body and more slender down towards the feet. The skin color and bodily complexion is pale and usually a powdery moon color.
The stomach area of Cancer rising tends to be prominent in two main extremes. There can be a relevant and strong 6-pack or muscular abs or there may be a “pouch-y” like stomach in its place. The hips are usually broad and most likely can contain the extra weight is carried. The hands and feet are usually of the smaller size. The forward walking motion is often awkward or has a different gait to it than normal.
(or Sun in the 1st house/Conjunct Ascendant)
With Leo rising in a birth chart the Sun rules over the physical body. The physical appearance can possess a commanding and authoritative appearance about it. The body is often strong, robot and muscular in the entire frame. The shoulders are very much a defining features; often thick and muscular along with a stout neckline.
The head is often a larger than normal size compared to others. The eyes fall on the darker side coming with a nearly among like shape about them normally. The eyebrows tend to carry a thick type of bushiness about them. The teeth maybe “showy” and appear whiter or bright then normal with an optimistic and bright complexion.
The hair is usually the center point of this rising sing; usually of a lighter appearance while being bushy and thick. The hair tends to have individualistic flair given to it so they stand out. Often the upper body itself is more pronounced than the lower body. Lower degree Leo ascendants tend to be rounder and shorter while the higher degree risers are taller. The legs vary as well based on the degree. Early degree Leo ascendants come with short to medium legs while later degree have taller legs to support more up rite and “royal” stature.
(or Mercury in the 1st house/Conjunct Ascendant)
Virgo rising in a birth chart shows Mercury ruling over the physical body. The face is often slimmer and on the oval shape side. The forehead is broad and top heavy; perhaps indicating the physical focus on intellect. The face is round and sometimes even triangular shaped. The eyes appear bring an sharp exasperating a cunning intellect about them.
The hair is usually darker but emphasized on being cleanly kempt in a professional way. The hair can be subject to loss fast then average due to a nervous behavior disposition of Virgo ascending. The chin is cleffed or tended towards putting on more weight due to stress eating. Facial hair is usually very minimal; done purposely to keep the aforementioned professional look.
The physical stature is usually on the short to average side overall. Wide shoulders set the tone for a wider base from hips downward to the feet. Virgo rising is often not the most athletic or muscular yet tend to remain lean. The legs are often slender which make for an off-kilter or quirky walking style. The body can be prone to putting on weight as they age due to nervous stress or a sedentary lifestyle.
(or Venus in the 1st house/Conjunct Ascendant)
When Libra is rising in a birth chart Venus rules over the physical body. The face and body structure are symmetrical representing the balanced nature of Libra. Heart shaped faces or square structures tend to be the norm for this ascendant. The facial muscles are framed towards having a friendly expression showing pleasance. The eyes are often on the oval shaped side.
The lips are prominent and make for smiles that brighten up environments with brighter or and healthy teeth. The cheeks have a tendency toward dimples which stand out. The physical bodies can be slender when younger but prone to gain weight as they age. This is possibly due to a sedimentary life style of Venus. The skin is clear and attractive; often self-maintained in effort to remain beautiful.
The body’s features have a formed roundness about them. The hands and feet tend to be of a smaller stature then the normal body frame. The legs and hands can be slender, but often of soft skin and warm to the touch. The walking style is usually very graceful and balanced. The physical features often carry elegance to them that makes Venus rising naturally attractive.
(or Mars/Pluto in the 1st house/Conjunct Ascendant)
Scorpio ascending in a birth chart shows a physical body ruled both by planets of Mars and Pluto. The face shape is one that is square-like or even angular. The jaw is often stout and appears strong and immovable. The hair carries a thick and curly presence with a dark reddish tint towards it in most cases. The focal point of the face is the eyes which are intense and deep in appearance. The nose often sticks out as it carries a slight upward push to it.
The physical body of its own merit is often robust; if not large boned in the build. The body can appear athletic, not overly muscular yet it good tone and strength for the size. The neck is often thick and athletic; usually muscular but not over domineeringly so. The body itself can actually have more body hair to it than the average.
The skin on the physical body can be a bit on the paler side. This may be attributed to the more private and sometimes reserved socially behavioral nature. The skin can also be very oily making them prone to acne which can be a recurring lifelong issue. Due to pale skin there can be a tendency to tan fast or be more susceptible to sun burn. The legs on the body can be hairy and appear bowlegged following with a wider walking style.
(or Jupiter in the 1st house/Conjunct Ascendant)
When Sagittarius is on the ascendant planet Jupiter rules the physical body. The face carries a friendly and often physically long appearance. The smile and facial muscles can be exuberant and optimistic. The forehead is often very broad with welcoming and expressive eyebrows. There can be signs of balding occurring in the temple areas sometimes young in life. The eyes are of a youthful, genuine and curious type of wonder. The teeth are often larger and can seem a “horse-like” appearance.
The physical body itself is tall, strong and of an athletic build mostly. Since Jupiter rules expansion the entire frame of the body may be larger overall. If the body is not muscular there may be a tendency to be bulkier with a overweight nature. Sagittarius rising often using the hands and entire body in physical expression when getting themselves across. The legs can stand out and be emphasized; often being attractive, muscular and very strong.
(or Saturn in the 1st house/Conjunct Ascendant)
With Capricorn rising in a birth horoscope the planet Saturn rules the body. The appearance can be of a very serious tone; appearing burdened or even “depressed” physically. The hair style tends to be on the darker side and carry a straight appearance. The facial tones are usually finely structured so they come across precise, serious and to the point. The eyes are small on the scale compared to others. The teeth can stand out in the facial since Saturn rules this area. Men can be better known for having beards or pronounced facial hair.
Their physical complexion is oft up rite, stiff and appears to be well formed on the slender side. The structure itself can be detailed and “boney” framed. The area of the knees may have pronounced features to it; sometimes being scarred or with birth marks. The feet and legs tend to be well formed to support a practical and deliberate walking style.
The skin on the body of Capricorn rising can be overly fair in how it looks. During the summer months there can be a tendency toward burning or tanning to an olive-like skin tone. The overall persona can be to dress seriously, in dark grays or blacks, and appear well groomed and professionally appealing.
(or Saturn/Uranus in the 1st house/Conjunct Ascendant)
With Aquarius rising in a birth chart the physical body is ruled over by Saturn and Uranus. The hair tends to be medium and dark in tone (sometimes paler white) in the color shade. The face reflects a delicate yet long and round side to it. The eyes relaxed even to the point of seeming detached or devoid of emotional intensity. The tone of the eyes can be a clear tone of a specific color as opposed to a darker shade. The chin is often narrower and sometimes clefs to a point at the tip.
The height features show someone whom is usually long, lanky and tall. They can be of stock build, full and stout in the physical build quality. Broad shoulders and bone structure makes up for the full appearance in the build. Often there can longer arms and legs to bring about the taller structure. The walking motion is usually easy going and relaxed.
Since the Ascendant is ruled by Uranus the physical appearance can be unique and innovative. There may be self-made modifications to the appearance. The hair color may be preferably changed to appear shocking and unique. There can be a futuristic or outlandish style of dressing.
Since Saturn also co-rules this ascendant there can be an interest on falling on the other side of appearance from Uranus need for uniqueness. There may be a desire to dress monochromatically and in darker tones of Saturn. In order to fit into groups or corporations the person can be emphasize dressing and keeping themselves professionally groomed and business-like.
(or Jupiter/Neptune in the 1st house/Conjunct Ascendant)
With Pisces rising in the birth chart the planets Neptune and Jupiter rule over the body. The appearance is often otherworldly, dreamy or simply not of this world. The face is usually often seen as narrow yet rounded in appearance. The eyes are soft, friendly and have a sleepy or emotional nature to them. The head is often shaped offish, sometimes with a chubbier appearance. The mouth is usually of a warm inviting smile. The chin itself may be soft or roundish and prone to a “double or triple appearance” if overweight.
The physical body can appear delicate or frail in comparison to most other types. The height is often of a shorter appearance then the average. There is a tendency toward appearing pudgy or being overweight due to indulgent tendencies. On the other side possible addictive tendencies or issues with self-image may cause a self-imposed thinner appearance. The body can be prone to showing ageing effects sooner than the average due to being worn down by the environments around them.
The skin on the body is usually soft, often appearing pale but yet gentle to the touch. Often as aging occurs the skin remains youthful; that is as long as healthy lifestyles are emphasized. The hands, feet and legs often tend to be shorter in build which can lead to a varied locomotion style. A natural clumsiness in how the walking is done can occur if there are balance troubles (like a fish out of water.) That said there can also be a graceful and dreamy way of moving that is artistic or even romantic.
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