Wild yam cream can be confusing, because a lot of information online is either outdated or inaccurate. Here at MoonMaid Botanicals we formulate wild yam cream very differently than most brands, and that’s why it actually works.

Wild yam on its own cannot be converted into progesterone by the human body. However, when it is paired with supportive herbs—especially chasteberry (Vitex)—the combination has a real impact on the body’s natural hormone pathways.

Together, wild yam and Vitex help clear the hormonal channels that often get backed up during perimenopause, menopause, or times of imbalance. This clearing effect helps the body regulate estrogen and testosterone more smoothly, while also supporting the natural rise and stability of progesterone.

Functional medicine doctors who have monitored daily hormone testing for 30 days have seen this combination encourage higher progesterone levels and more balanced hormone patterns overall.

Many women notice real-life improvements such as fewer heat surges, steadier moods, better sleep, more comfortable cycles, and a general sense that their hormones are no longer “running the show.” These changes happen because the herbs support the endocrine system itself, not because they add synthetic hormones or override your natural rhythm.

It’s important to note that a simple cream made with only wild yam root is not something we recommend. Without additional supportive botanicals like Vitex, the formula is incomplete and often ineffective.

Wild yam cream works very differently than conventional hormone replacement therapy, but in our 30 years of experience, many women have found it to be just as effective for long-term balance—especially those who cannot use HRT or who no longer want synthetic hormones.

ProMeno was originally created inside a hormone clinic as a direct alternative for women coming in with cancer histories or concerns about HRT safety. Unlike HRT, which adds hormones into the body and forces a rapid shift, ProMeno supports the body’s own hormone pathways so you can rebalance naturally.

This means HRT may feel faster at first, but it also tends to create dependency, tolerance changes, and fluctuating symptoms over time.

We often hear from women who feel great initially on HRT, only to struggle later with unstable hormone levels or difficulty tapering off. ProMeno works with the endocrine system instead of overriding it, which is why many women describe the results as steadier, calmer, and more predictable once their body settles into a rhythm.

It can take longer—sometimes twice as long—to feel the full benefits compared to HRT, but the long-term outcome is typically more stable with fewer sharp ups and downs. And because the cream isn’t forcing hormones into the system, there is no withdrawal period when stopping, only the potential return of natural symptoms depending on where someone is in their hormonal stage.

For women who prefer gentle, natural, and body-guided regulation rather than forced hormonal change, wild yam cream often becomes the more comfortable and sustainable option.

Both are herbal-based wild yam creams, but ProMeno’s formula and infusion method are unique. It has been trusted since 1995 and remains one of the longest-standing wild yam creams on the market in the US.

Learn more on the comparison here: Is ProMeno Similar to Anna's Wild Yam Cream?

If you've been seeking a wild yam that is one of Barbara O'Neill's Wild Yam Cream recommendations, or wondering whether yam cream menopause products really work, MoonMaid's ProMeno stands out as a trusted option that has supported thousands of women for nearly three decades.

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Learn more here: Barbara O'Neill Wild Yam Cream Recommendations

No. ProMeno does not contain synthetic or lab-made progesterone. Instead, it supports the body’s own natural progesterone production pathways.

Most products on the market that are labeled as a "natural progesterone cream" are actually ones that contain synthetic progesterone added in the form of Progesterone USP. You can learn more about the difference here: Why Natural Hormone Therapy Isn't Natural

It can - but we only recommend certain formulations that often contain more than just wild yam alone.

With ProMeno, many women report significant relief from hot flashes, night sweats, and mood shifts with consistent use.

The herbal compounds in wild yam and chasteberry gently encourage hormonal balance over time. There are many studies that are searchable online that show studies on vitex on how it naturally aids the body with progesterone. (Note: Most importantly, we recommend using a cream that enters the bloodstream effectively, as many related products on the market are not formulated the same way for highest efficacy.)

We recommend a thin-skinned area such as the neck, inner wrist/arm, inner thigh, lower abdomen, or for our ProMeno Wild Yam Cream even the face. But more importantly, we have found that keeping to the same locations is often best.

Our recommendation is actually applying the Wild Yam Cream to the same location, twice a day. Alternatively, you can choose up to two locations - but we recommend reducing the amount of locations the cream is alternated.This is because a reservoir forms in the skin and underlying tissues, concentrating the active compounds in one area. As a result, the absorption process becomes more efficient. This localized saturation allows for a slow and steady release of the product into the bloodstream, providing a more sustained effect.

By maintaining a continuous supply of the active compounds, your body can experience a more consistent balance. This is especially helpful for managing symptoms of hormonal imbalances. Sticking to the same application sites help ensure a gradual and reliable absorption of the cream, enhancing its overall effectiveness.

Some women feel better within a few days; others may need three to six weeks of consistent use. Hormones shift gradually, and ProMeno works gently and naturally over time.

We recommend around 3 months of use before doing any hormone testing to monitor changes.

Yes, unique to our formula for Wild Yam Cream you can apply it to the face.

Actually, many women use ProMeno as a nighttime face cream because of its hydrating, calming, and rejuvenating qualities for the skin.

Yes. ProMeno is made with organically grown wild yam root, chasteberry, and other botanical oils that meet our high-quality standards. While the finished product as a whole is not submitted for a third-party organic certification, the majority of its herbal ingredients are certified organic, and the formula itself is free of synthetics, parabens, petroleum, alcohol, and artificial fragrances.

In effect, ProMeno is a clean, botanical, organic-ingredient–based wild yam cream — crafted with the same purity and care as our other herbal offerings.

No. There is no alcohol or chemical preservative.

This all-natural, progesterone cream alternative, features a synergistic blend of Wild Yam Root (Dioscorea villosa), Chasteberry (Vitex), and Comfrey Leaf — plants long celebrated for their ability to promote hormone harmony, emotional balance, and skin renewal. These herbs are slowly infused into organic extra virgin olive oil using our proprietary alcohol-free method, preserving the full spectrum of plant compounds.

We believe that this method works better than just alcohol extracts, and is closer to a process that would be done in a lab.

Many women use ProMeno specifically for relief from hot flashes and night sweats. While it does not contain synthetic progesterone, the herbal compounds in wild yam and chasteberry help support the body’s natural progesterone pathways, which can calm the hormonal fluctuations that trigger sudden heat surges.

Most women notice a reduction in frequency or intensity between week 3-5 of steady use, along with more balanced moods and improved sleep quality.