{"product_id":"wild-yam-balm","title":"Wild Yam Balm","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSerenity Homestead Wild Yam Balm\u003c\/b\u003e containing\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eWild Yam, Chaste Tree Berries (Vitex), Red Clover buds, and Beeswax\u003c\/b\u003e is commonly marketed as a natural balm to support\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003ewomen's hormonal health\u003c\/b\u003e, particularly during\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003ePMS, perimenopause, and menopause\u003c\/b\u003e. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eHere's what each ingredient is traditionally used for:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cimg data-emoji=\"🌿\" class=\"an1 CToWUd\" alt=\"🌿\" aria-label=\"🌿\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/fonts.gstatic.com\/s\/e\/notoemoji\/17.0\/1f33f\/32.png\" loading=\"lazy\" data-bit=\"iit\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWild Yam (\u003ci\u003eDioscorea villosa\u003c\/i\u003e)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eTraditionally used for:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupporting hormonal balance during menopause and PMS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelping with menstrual cramps and discomfort\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReducing hot flushes and night sweats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnti-inflammatory effects that may ease aches and pains\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWild yam contains a compound called\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003ediosgenin\u003c\/b\u003e, which can be converted into progesterone in a laboratory, but\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003ethe body cannot naturally convert it into progesterone\u003c\/b\u003e. Studies have found mixed results regarding its effectiveness for menopausal symptoms.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cimg data-emoji=\"🍇\" class=\"an1 CToWUd\" alt=\"🍇\" aria-label=\"🍇\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/fonts.gstatic.com\/s\/e\/notoemoji\/17.0\/1f347\/32.png\" loading=\"lazy\" data-bit=\"iit\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eChaste Tree Berries (Vitex agnus-castus)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eTraditionally used for:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePMS symptoms (breast tenderness, irritability, mood swings)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupporting menstrual cycle regularity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssisting women with hormonal fluctuations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePotentially helping with symptoms related to low progesterone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eVitex works by influencing the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003epituitary gland\u003c\/b\u003e, which may help balance hormone production.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cimg data-emoji=\"🌸\" class=\"an1 CToWUd\" alt=\"🌸\" aria-label=\"🌸\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/fonts.gstatic.com\/s\/e\/notoemoji\/17.0\/1f338\/32.png\" loading=\"lazy\" data-bit=\"iit\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eRed Clover Buds\/Flowers (\u003ci\u003eTrifolium pratense\u003c\/i\u003e)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eTraditionally used for:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMenopausal symptoms such as hot flushes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupporting bone and cardiovascular health\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProviding\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003ephytoestrogens\u003c\/b\u003e (plant compounds similar to estrogen)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupporting overall women's wellness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eRed clover contains\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eisoflavones\u003c\/b\u003e, which may have mild estrogen-like effects in the body.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cimg data-emoji=\"🐝\" class=\"an1 CToWUd\" alt=\"🐝\" aria-label=\"🐝\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/fonts.gstatic.com\/s\/e\/notoemoji\/17.0\/1f41d\/32.png\" loading=\"lazy\" data-bit=\"iit\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBeeswax\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eBenefits in the balm:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreates a protective barrier on the skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps lock in moisture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHas mild anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGives the balm its solid texture and aids absorption\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cimg data-emoji=\"⭐\" class=\"an1 CToWUd\" alt=\"⭐\" aria-label=\"⭐\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/fonts.gstatic.com\/s\/e\/notoemoji\/17.0\/2b50\/32.png\" loading=\"lazy\" data-bit=\"iit\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePotential Overall Benefits of Wild Yam Balm\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWomen commonly use these balms to support:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRelief from\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003ePMS symptoms\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduction in\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003ehot flushes and night sweats\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproved\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003emood stability\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBetter\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003esleep quality\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMenstrual cramp relief\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupport during\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eperimenopause and menopause\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMoisturising and soothing dry skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow to apply:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing around 1\/8th of a teaspoon,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: 15.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eCommon application areas for Serenity Homestead \u003cb\u003eWild Yam Balm\u003c\/b\u003e are places where skin is relatively thin and easy to absorb through, while also being comfortable to rotate between uses:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: 15.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eInner arms or wrists\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003e: Often used because the skin is thinner and easy to access.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: 15.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eInner thighs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003e: Another common area with softer skin; avoid applying too close to sensitive genital areas.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: 15.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eLower abdomen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003e: Common for hormone-related creams because it’s broad, easy to reach, and less likely to rub off immediately.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: 15.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eChest or upper chest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003e: Sometimes suggested but avoid the nipple area and irritated skin.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: 15.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eBehind the knees\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003e: Occasionally used as another thin-skin area.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: 15.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eA good practice is to \u003cb\u003erotate application sites\u003c\/b\u003e rather than using the same spot every time, which may reduce skin irritation. Also avoid broken skin, rashes, cuts, or areas where clothing will immediately rub the cream off.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. The statements and information about this product have not been evaluated by the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe information provided is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare practitioner before using any alternative remedy, especially if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIndividual results may vary. Use at your own risk. Serenity Homestead accepts no liability for any adverse effects or consequences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Serenity Homestead","offers":[{"title":"100 ml","offer_id":51192171069580,"sku":null,"price":80.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0770\/1528\/5900\/files\/20260628_055217805_iOS.jpg?v=1782950973","url":"https:\/\/serenityhomestead.store\/products\/wild-yam-balm","provider":"Serenity Homestead","version":"1.0","type":"link"}