I have been looking for a Wild Yam cream that ticks all the boxes for a long time, packaged in glass, Australian made, 100% natural. When Vanessa Megan launched her Biode Wild Yam Cream, I was so excited because it is everything we asked for. I even like using it on my face. More on that below...

But first, a little background on why Wild Yam has been such a beloved herb for women for centuries.

Wild Yam: Traditional Uses in Herbal Practice

Wild Yam (Dioscorea villosa) has a long and fascinating history in herbal practice. The root contains naturally occurring compounds such as diosgenin, which has been used in laboratory settings as a starting material in the development of steroidal compounds.

Traditionally, Wild Yam has been used to support women's wellbeing, particularly during perimenopause and menopause. It is often combined with herbs such as Chaste Tree Berry, Dong Quai and Maca, each with their own history of use in traditional systems of herbal medicine. These herbs have been traditionally used to support overall balance and vitality during different stages of life.

Can You Use Wild Yam Cream on Your Face?

I asked Vanessa Megan this exact question when we caught up to talk about her new Biode Wild Yam Cream, and the answer is yes, you can. The plant compounds in Wild Yam help improve the appearance of skin firmness and hydration, so applying it to the face can make a real difference to plumpness and skin texture. Vanessa has been using it on her own skin and noticed the difference firsthand. Her tip: double it up with a gua sha and some facial massage and you will really see a change in texture.

We also talked about where to apply it on the body, and Vanessa recommends the inner thigh or the inner arm, anywhere the skin is thin and absorption is easy. She also highlighted the key ingredients that make this cream stand out: Australian-extracted Wild Yam, Ylang Ylang as a phytoestrogen, and St John's Wort for its calming properties. All in a 100% natural, fast-absorbing formula in glass.

You can watch the full video on the Biode Wild Yam Cream product page.

Natural Wild Yam Products

Wild Yam can be found in creams, spritzes and even supplements. Here are the ones we stock.

Biode Wild Yam Cream

As Vanessa shared above, this 100% natural, Australian-made cream in glass is formulated with Australian-extracted Wild Yam, Ylang Ylang as a phytoestrogen, and St John's Wort for its calming properties, all in a fast-absorbing, non-greasy botanical base. Check the How To Use tab on the product page for full application guidance and protocols.

Metamorphosis Wild Yam Concentrate Dermal Cream

Also created by Vanessa Megan, the Metamorphosis Wild Yam Concentrate Dermal Cream is part of her Metamorphosis range, designed specifically for peri and menopausal skin. It's formulated with Wild Yam Concentrate Extract alongside Hyaluronic Acid, Shea Butter, Chamomile, Calendula, Jojoba and St John's Wort, with Ylang Ylang, Clary Sage and Lavender essential oils to support skin comfort and hormonal balance. A beautifully nourishing, quick-absorbing 100% natural and organic formula, Australian made and packaged in glass. Check the How To Use tab on the product page for protocols and directions.

Metamorphosis Awaken Hyaluronic Acid Prep Spritz

Also from the Metamorphosis range, the Metamorphosis Awaken Hyaluronic Acid Prep Spritz is a beautifully complex formulation that layers Wild Yam seamlessly into your daily skincare routine. Housed in glass, spritz it morning and evening before applying your moisturiser or serum to help boost collagen and elastin production, which in turn helps firm the skin and diminish fine lines and wrinkles over time. Wild Yam contains plant compounds traditionally referred to as phytoestrogens, while Hyaluronic Acid deeply hydrates and plumps. Lavender and Clary Sage soothe and balance, and Colloidal Silver provides gentle antimicrobial support for glowing skin.

Metamorphosis Beyond Rejuvenating Night Cream

The Metamorphosis Beyond Rejuvenating Night Cream is a dedicated facial night cream from Vanessa's Metamorphosis range, designed to support your skin's overnight renewal. As we know, skin does its best repair work while we sleep, and this certified natural, vegan and Australian-made formula in glass makes the most of that window. It combines Wild Yam with plant-based Bakuchiol Oil, a gentle alternative to retinol that helps reduce the appearance of fine lines and improve skin texture without irritation, alongside Hyaluronic Acid for deep overnight hydration and Rambutan to support collagen production and cell turnover.

Eden Healthfoods Fem Balance

This female-focused wholefood powder blend is a lovely way to bring Wild Yam support from the inside. The Eden Healthfoods Fem Balance combines Wild Yam with Dong Quai, Chaste Tree Berry and Maca, herbs that women have turned to for thousands of years to support hormonal balance and overall vitality. It's certified organic and Australian made, comes in plastic-free packaging and each tub provides a 30-day supply. Eden Healthfoods suggest starting with 1 teaspoon and building up to 3 or 4 as needed. If night sweats are a concern, taking it in the evening may help. Always read the label and follow the directions for use.

Wild Yam has been supporting women for centuries, and it is wonderful to have these natural ways to bring it into your routine. I also have an entire section dedicated to hormone & menopause support here.