FAQ
How much Wild Yam Root is in the Wild Yam Cream?
Our Wild Yam Cream is made using a traditional slow-infusion method rather than adding isolated Wild Yam extracts. Whole Wild Yam Root is the primary botanical, combined with a carefully selected blend of other traditional herbs and botanicals.
The herbal blend makes up around 35% of the formula. The whole herbs are gently infused into plant oils at low heat for an extended period before being carefully strained and incorporated into the final cream.
Because we use whole herbs rather than measured extracts, we can't state an exact milligram quantity of Wild Yam Root per gram of cream. We believe this traditional approach creates a rich, botanical formulation while allowing us to remain transparent about exactly how our product is made.
Does Wild Yam Cream Help During Menopause?
Many women choose Wild Yam Cream as part of their personal self-care routine during perimenopause and menopause, particularly when they're looking for a natural, hormone-free botanical product.
Our rich Wild Yam Cream is designed to nourish and moisturise the skin while providing a comforting daily ritual during this time of change. Some women also tell us they enjoy the sense of comfort and wellbeing they associate with using it regularly.
Wild Yam has a long history of traditional use in women's wellness. While scientific research specifically into topical Wild Yam Cream for menopause symptoms is limited, every woman's experience is different, and we believe in being honest about what we know while allowing you to make an informed choice about what feels right for you.
Does Wild Yam Cream contain hormones?
No. Modani Naturals Wild Yam Cream is completely hormone-free and contains no added estrogen, progesterone or other hormones.
Wild Yam Root contains naturally occurring plant compounds, including diosgenin, but wild yam is not a source of estrogen or progesterone and does not convert into these hormones in the human body.
We believe in being transparent about what our Wild Yam Cream is and what it isn't.
How Is Modani Naturals Wild Yam Cream Different From Other Wild Yam Creams?
How Is Modani Naturals Wild Yam Cream Different From Other Wild Yam Creams?
Modani Naturals Wild Yam Cream is made differently from many conventional creams. It's a water-free, hormone-free botanical cream containing around 35% whole herbs, including Wild Yam Root as our primary botanical.
Our herbs are gently infused into nourishing plant oils using a slow, low-heat traditional infusion process, then handcrafted in small batches in Australia.
We don't use added hormones, and we believe in being transparent about what wild yam can and cannot do. Wild Yam Root contains naturally occurring plant compounds such as diosgenin, but it is not a source of estrogen or progesterone and does not convert into these hormones in the body.
Our recyclable metal tin contains a rich, concentrated botanical formulation without added water, making it simple, practical and travel-friendly.
Whole herbs. Slow infusion. Australian craftsmanship. Hormone-free. Honest information.
I'm in my late fifties and 5 years ago I had a partial hysterectomy due to very large fibroids. Would your wild yam cream be suitable for me to rebalance my hormones from the estrogen dominance or does it increase estrogen?
Wild Yam Cream is hormone-free and does not replace estrogen or progesterone. Having a hysterectomy does not automatically mean you cannot use a botanical skincare product, but whether it is appropriate for you depends on your individual circumstances and whether your ovaries were also removed.
If you've had a hysterectomy, particularly because of fibroids or another hormone-sensitive condition, we recommend discussing the use of Wild Yam Cream with your healthcare professional before starting it.
Can Wild Yam Cream help with menopause-related sore joints?
Some customers tell us they enjoy using Wild Yam Cream as part of their menopause self-care routine and have described experiences such as feeling more comfortable, sleeping better or feeling more settled. These are individual customer experiences and aren't evidence that the cream treats menopause symptoms.
For areas that feel dry, stiff or uncomfortable, you can massage a small amount into the skin as part of your normal skincare routine. The rich botanical formula is designed to nourish and soften the skin.
If you have persistent joint pain or other concerning symptoms, we recommend speaking with your healthcare professional.
Can I use this Wild Yam Cream on my face?
Yes. Wild Yam Cream can also be used as a rich, nourishing facial and neck moisturiser. The formula contains plant-infused oils, butters and botanical ingredients that help soften and moisturise the skin.
Because it is a rich balm-style cream, start with a small amount and massage gently into clean skin. We recommend using it in the evening, particularly if you have dry or mature skin.
As with any new skincare product, patch test first, particularly if you have sensitive skin.
Can I safely use Wild Yam Cream while taking bio-identical progesterone if I’m unable to use estrogen HRT?
Wild Yam Cream is hormone-free and does not contain progesterone or estrogen. However, if you are using prescribed or compounded bio-identical progesterone, we recommend speaking with your healthcare professional before introducing any botanical product, particularly if you are also unable to use estrogen HRT.
Your healthcare professional can consider your individual circumstances, medications and health history and advise whether Wild Yam Cream is appropriate for you.
Can you use Wild Yam Cream while on The Pill?
Wild Yam Cream is hormone-free and does not contain hormonal contraceptives. However, because individual health circumstances and medications vary, we recommend speaking with your healthcare professional before using it alongside hormonal contraception if you have any concerns.
Can I use Wild Yam Cream if I have/had cancer?
If you have or have had cancer, particularly a hormone-sensitive cancer, please speak with your healthcare professional before using Wild Yam Cream.
Although our Wild Yam Cream is hormone-free and does not contain estrogen or progesterone, it contains a range of botanical ingredients. Your healthcare professional can advise whether these ingredients are appropriate for you based on your individual medical history and any treatments or medications you may be taking.
I've had a hysterectomy, will Wild Yam Cream help me?
If you've had a hysterectomy, you may still use Modani Naturals Wild Yam Cream as a hormone-free botanical skincare product, but your individual circumstances are important.
A hysterectomy removes the uterus, but if your ovaries remain, they can continue producing hormones. If your ovaries were also removed, this causes surgical menopause.
Wild Yam Cream is not a hormone treatment, and there is limited scientific evidence that topical wild yam cream treats or relieves menopause symptoms. Our cream is designed as a rich, nourishing botanical skincare product and a comforting addition to your self-care routine.
If you've had a hysterectomy, particularly if your ovaries were removed or you have a hormone-sensitive condition, we recommend speaking with your healthcare professional before use.
Can I use Wild Yam Cream if I have uterine fibroids?
Our Wild Yam Cream is hormone-free and does not contain estrogen or progesterone. However, if you have uterine fibroids or another hormone-sensitive condition, we recommend speaking with your healthcare professional before using botanical products.
Your healthcare professional can consider your individual circumstances and advise whether Wild Yam Cream is appropriate for you.
Is wild yam cream safe if pregnant, breastfeeding or for young children?
We recommend avoiding Wild Yam Cream during pregnancy and breastfeeding unless your healthcare professional specifically advises that it is appropriate for you. We also don't recommend using it on young children without professional advice.
This is a precaution because the formulation contains multiple botanical herbs and essential oils, and there is limited safety information for this particular combination during pregnancy, breastfeeding and in young children.
Can Wild Yam Cream interact with other medications I'm on?
Wild Yam Cream is hormone-free and applied topically, but because it contains multiple botanical ingredients, we can't guarantee that it is suitable alongside every medication.
If you're taking prescription medication or managing a health condition, particularly a hormone-sensitive condition, we recommend checking with your healthcare professional before use.