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Napiers Wild Yam Skin Cream

Kind to Skin Kind to Skin
Vegan & Cruelty-Free Vegan & Cruelty-Free
Natural Ingredients Natural Ingredients
Menopause Focus Menopause Focus

A trusted herbal skin cream made with wild yam root extract, traditionally used to support women during different life phases. Ideal for mature or dry skin and suitable for men and women seeking botanical balance in their skincare.

Product Highlights

  • • Includes wild yam extract, rich in naturally occurring diosgenin
  • • Popular among women during menopause and perimenopause
  • • Used by both men and women for its botanical skin-nourishing properties
  • • Contains calendula and aloe for added soothing hydratio
  • • Hypoallergenic and suitable for sensitive skin
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Wild Yam for Hormonal Balance and Skin Support

Wild yam (Dioscorea villosa) has been traditionally valued for its role in supporting natural balance during different life stages. Our skin cream has been used by those seeking botanical alternatives, especially during transitions like menopause or periods of hormonal fluctuation. Its use is not gender-specific – many men also choose wild yam-based creams for their nourishing feel and supportive routines.



We use a high-strength Napiers fluid extract of Wild Yam, containing diosgenin, to make our cream. Additionally, we include marigold, vitamin E, and a small amount of colloidal silver as a natural preservative.



Similar to the well known Anna's Wild Yam Skin Cream, Napiers Wild Yam is perfect for skin that has become dry, papery, and lacking in moisture during different phases of life. Trusted for more than 160 years.

Napiers Wild Yam Cream has been used in our clinical practice in Edinburgh for many years. Recently, more people have shown interest in Wild Yam Skin Cream due to the popularity of Anna’s Wild Yam Cream in Australia. Although Napiers' cream predates Anna's Wild Yam Cream by many years, both creams were created similarly.

Botanical Skincare for Men and Women

While often associated with women’s wellness, wild yam creams are also used by men looking to support their skin or wellness routines. This cream offers gentle hydration and herbal richness, with a light texture ideal for daily use across inner arms, thighs, or torso areas.

How To Use Napiers Wild Yam Cream

Apply a pea sized amount to clean skin once or twice daily. Alternate application areas between the inner thigh and upper arm for best absorption.

For those following traditional timing:
- During menstrual cycles: Begin on Day 12 and continue until Day 28.
- Outside of cycles or for men: Use consistently, one to three times daily as preferred.

Note: Everyone is different. For tailored guidance, we recommend a consultation with one of our herbalists. Book a free 15 minute 1:1 consultation with a herbalist by tapping here.

Key Ingredients

Unscented: Aqua, Cocos Nucifera, Calendula officinalis flower oil, Sorbitan Olivate, Cetearyl Olivate, Glyceryl Stearate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glycerine, Xanthan Gum, Benzyl Alcohol, Salicylic Acid, Glycerine, Sorbic Acid, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, FE Dioscorea villosa, Vitamin E, CI 77820 (Silver), Maltodextrin.
Not for internal use. Whilst Wild Yam is 100% natural and does not contain any hormones, those who have hormone sensitive conditions such as breast cancer, endometriosis, uterine fibroids should discuss with their healthcare practitioner or our team of herbalists for advice on whether the product is safe and suitable for them.

Customer Reviews

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A.T.

Easy to rub in. Will be visiting shop next month when in Edinburgh

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Shona
Wild Yam cream - Amazing

Don’t normally write reviews..Wild Yam cream has been amazing! I’ve been using this for just under 3 months and I can honestly say I feel more balanced. It’s hard to explain and I guess everyone is different but coming from a premenopausal woman if you are the same you’ll understand what I mean. Nothing ventured nothing gained

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Leo
Alcohol

Pity it has alcohol and benzo in it. MCAs

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Katherine
Amazing for regulating my crazy perimenopause periods

Wow! I'm now 3 months into using this cream so I feel confident to leave a review.
I'm 47 and have suffered with incredibly irregular and heavy periods for a few years now. It was hard to manage, never knowing when I might get my next period and repeatedly showing low iron.
I'd been through all the medical tests and offered the usual "solutions" the pill, a coil .... none of which I wanted to do.
I'm now 3 months in to using the cream and from month 2 my periods have fallen on day 27 and 28. They also seem to be much lighter and more manageable.
I'm not even half way through the jar so this is also great value for money.
For anyone who struggles like I did this cream is really worth a try. Thank you Napiers.

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Kristina

Excellent mosturiser

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Frequently asked questions

Each 60ml jar contains 1.8g of Wild Yam extract. We use Wild Yam that is extract in a 1:1 ratio, making it highly concentrated.
We recommend adjusting the time you start/stop using the cream in-line with when your period begins or ends. The days suggested are a broad guide and the cream can be taken consistently as a general moisturiser. If in doubt, please seek advice from a qualified practitioner or herbalist.
We have many women who use Wild Yam Cream alongside HRT or other hormone treatments but always advise caution as our hormonal systems can affect individuals differently. Please book in with one of our herbalists who can offer more insight and advice.
Typically it can take 3 to 4 weeks to start to notice some benefits however, as with all natural products, some may find benefit in the first few days whilst others will take 4 to 6 weeks. If you find the cream is not working for you, get in touch with our team and we can assist you in finding an alternative.
We have many women who use Wild Yam Cream alongside contraceptives however, we always advise caution and to speak with a qualified medical professional or herbalist.
Maltodextrin comprises just 0.001% of the formulation. It is included in the formula as part of the processing for the Colloidal Silver. Maltodextrin, even at this miniscule level, helps bind silver nanoparticles to particles to ensure it is more stable. We use colloidal silver as our preservative and as an anti-inflammatory.
Anyone over the age of 18, or post-puberty, can use the cream. For those still going through puberty we advise caution and to speak with a qualified medical professional or herbalist to ensure this product is suitable for them.
We have many men who also use our Wild Yam cream as a daily moisturiser and have provided good feedback on how it has worked for them.

Yes. While wild yam is often discussed in women’s wellness, many men choose wild yam cream as part of their skincare or wellness routines.

Wild yam has been traditionally used by herbalists to support comfort and balance during menopause. While this cream is not a medicine, many women use it as part of their daily skincare and self-care regimen.

This cream features a botanical extract known for its historical use in herbal practice. It’s often used during times of change or imbalance, as part of a broader lifestyle and wellness routine. More clinical research is needed here.

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