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The Zodiac Signs, From Least to Most Toxic

Read on to find out where your sign falls on the scale of least to most toxic! Don’t forget to check your moon and rising signs in addition to your sun sign.

Are You The Most Toxic Sign?

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We can all be a little toxic sometimes. Is angry Aries the most toxic? Or is it secretive Scorpio? Today, we are going to settle once and for all which sign has the most tempestuous traits.

12. Pisces

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Pisces may have some self-destructive behaviors. They have a penchant for escapism and are known to run away from their problems.

Pisces

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But they are the least toxic sign because they are the most empathetic. They are always ready to lend an ear, and helpful hand, or a kind word.

11. Cancer

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Cancerians can be quite moody and irritable. They also tend to just a tad bit manipulative if they are not emotionally mature.

Cancer

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However they are incredibly caring and compassionate. They are also the second most empathetic sign, so of course they would be the second least toxic sign.

10. Libra

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Libra can be a little toxic because they have a tendency to play both sides of an argument. Or they just won’t take any side at all.

Libra

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However, they are ranked so low on this list because they are peacekeepers who are dedicated to fairness. They also go out of their way to make others feel safe and happy.

9. Taurus

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Due to their tenacity and hedonism, Taureans can be a little toxic. they also have an intense need for instant gratification.

Taurus

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However, they are the quintessential mom-friends. They are ranked low on this list because they love to take care of their loved ones.

8. Virgo

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Virgo’s most negative trait is their hyper-critical nature. Offering unwarranted criticism can be pretty toxic.

Virgo

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However, their kindness and willingness to help no matter what earns them a lower spot on the list. They will go out of their way to assist anyone regardless of who they are.

7. Aquarius 

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Aquarius is right smack dab in the middle of the list. Because of Aquarius’ solipsistic nature and high-mindedness, they tend to act like they are better than other people.

Aquarius

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However, they care deeply for others even if they don’t always know how to show it. Their compassion and willingness to lend an ear to those who need it balance out the more toxic traits.

6. Gemini

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Gemini joins Aquarius in the middle of the list. Geminis are sweet people who are always willing to strike up a conversation with a total stranger.

Gemini

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But they are also incredibly unreliable. They can also be pretty two-faced and erratic.

5. Aries

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Aries may be on the lower of the most toxic side of the list. But they are among the most toxic signs in the zodiac. They can be pretty sweet. And they are passionate and loyal to a fault.

Aries

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But their passion can quickly give way to anger. They tend to say nasty things in the heat of the moment whether they mean them or not.

4. Sagittarius 

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Sagittarians are charitable mutable signs. They love to make people smile with a joke or anecdote.

Sagittarius Continued

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But they are also incredibly broody and arrogant. They often consider themselves the smartest people in the room. And their jokes can be pretty hurtful.

3. Leo

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Leos are hot-headed but warmhearted. They are quite generous and loving. But only if they like you.

Leo

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If you get on their bad side, they can go from zero to Regina George really quick. Emotionally immature Leos tend to be huge spotlight hogs. 

2. Scorpio

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Scorpios are flirty and loyal. They are the sexiest signs in the zodiac, and they are also the most fun.

Scorpio

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But they are also vindictive, vengeful, and secretive. Anyone who has ever had an encounter with a Scorpio who has not emotionally matured yet may be wondering why they are not ranked number 1. Well that’s because they still retain some of that famous water sign empathy.

1. Capricorn

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I’m sorry, Capricorns. The cardinal earth signs have their good qualities. They are fiercely protective over the ones they love. They can be quite charming and they are famous for their practicality.

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Capricorn

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But they are also hard headed, judgmental, and calculating. Emotionally immature Capricorns tend to manipulate the people around them and hit below the belt when in a fight.

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Not Ranked: Ophiuchus 

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The most toxic thing about Ophiuchus is that it doesn’t exist!

Read More: Each Zodiac Sign’s Best — and Most Toxic — Traits

Wait, What’s Ophiuchus?

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Ophiuchus is allegedly the 13th zodiac sign. Every few years you’ll see articles telling you that your zodiac sign has been wrong all along, which sends people into a panic. But most astrologers don’t acknowledge the existence of the sign. And neither do we!

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