Yoni Balm

Fennel – Traditionally associated with women’s health and valued for its phytoestrogenic properties. Fennel contains anethole and related compounds associated with the plant’s oestrogenic activity. Clinical research using topical fennel preparations in postmenopausal women has shown improvements in dryness, tissue maturation and vaginal pH.

These findings are particularly interesting because declining oestrogen during menopause can affect tissue thickness, moisture and the naturally acidic vaginal environment. Oestrogen normally supports glycogen production in vaginal cells, which in turn supports beneficial Lactobacillus species responsible for producing lactic acid and maintaining a healthy pH. A fennel seed extract is included in the Yoni Balm as part of its blend of herbs selected to nourish and support dry, delicate tissues through these changes.

Sea Buckthorn Oil – Exceptionally nutrient-dense and naturally rich in omega-7 palmitoleic acid, carotenoids and vitamin E. Sea buckthorn oil is particularly valued for nourishing dry and delicate tissues and supporting mucous membrane health. Research has also explored its role in supporting vaginal tissue integrity in postmenopausal women, making it particularly well suited to intimate care.

Shatavari – An important Ayurvedic herb traditionally associated with women’s reproductive health and used as a nourishing and rejuvenating herb for women through different stages of life. Shatavari is included in the Yoni Balm as part of its blend of herbs selected to nourish and support dry, delicate tissues. Its Sanskrit name is often translated as “she who possesses a hundred husbands,” reflecting the herb’s traditional association with female vitality and health.

Wild Yam – One of the herbs associated with women’s hormonal health, Wild Yam naturally contains steroidal compounds including diosgenin. Diosgenin has generated considerable interest because it can be used as a starting material to produce progesterone in a laboratory. However, there is no evidence that the human body performs this conversion, or that topical Wild Yam increases progesterone levels.

Interestingly, many women continue to report benefits from topical Wild Yam preparations. While we don’t yet fully understand how Wild Yam may be acting, herbs contain many different constituents and their effects cannot always be attributed to a single compound or mechanism. Wild Yam remains an intriguing and popular herb in women’s health.

Its inclusion in Yoni Balm reflects this enduring place in women’s herbal medicine - and the possibility that its actions are more complex than the progesterone theory alone suggests.

Gotu Kola – Traditionally used topically to support skin and connective tissue health. Gotu kola-infused oil is included for its skin-supportive properties, particularly where tissues are dry, delicate or lacking resilience.

Calendula – Provides soothing and anti-inflammatory support, helping to calm sensitivity and encourage tissue recovery.

Shea Butter – Deeply emollient and protective, shea butter restores suppleness and comfort to delicate skin.

Vitamin E – A potent antioxidant that supports skin protection and enhances oil stability.

Q. Is Yoni Balm suitable for daily use?

A. Yes! Many women use Yoni Balm daily as part of their self-care routine, while others reach for it when they need extra support. It can be helpful across different life stages and physiological changes - from postpartum recovery, to perimenopause or menopause, or during times of tissue sensitivity, such as during exercise or intimate activity. Yoni Balm supports hydration, elasticity, and comfort, offering a gentle, natural alternative to conventional lubricants or hormonal treatments.

Q. Can Yoni Balm be used internally?

A. Yes. Yoni Balm is safe and helpful for both external skin and the mucous membranes inside the vaginal canal. Applying it internally delivers the nourishing herbs and oils directly to the tissue that benefits most. During pregnancy, we recommend external use only, such as for perineal massage.

Persistent tearing, bleeding or pain should be discussed with your healthcare practitioner.

Q. What is vaginal atrophy?

A. Vaginal atrophy happens when the tissues of the vagina and vulva become thinner, less elastic, and drier, usually due to a drop in oestrogen after menopause. This can make the area feel fragile, tight, or more sensitive, and everyday movements or intimacy less comfortable. Yoni Balm helps support hydration, elasticity, and comfort, keeping delicate tissue nourished and resilient.

Q. Can Yoni Balm help with dryness or during menopause?

A. Yes. After menopause, declining oestrogen can cause intimate tissue to lose moisture, become thinner or more fragile, and lose elasticity. Yoni Balm nourishes and hydrates delicate tissue, helping to restore suppleness, comfort, and resilience. Botanicals such as Fennel (phytoestrogenic, supported by studies), Wild Yam, Sea Buckthorn, Shatavari, and Shea Butter support hydration and elasticity, while Gotu Kola, traditionally valued for its role in supporting collagen production and connective tissue strength, helps maintain tissue integrity and tone. Together, these botanicals offer a natural, non-hormonal approach to supporting intimate health through menopause.

Q. How can Yoni Balm help after birth?

A. After childbirth, tissues can feel stretched or sensitive. Yoni Balm’s botanicals help restore tone, resilience, and comfort - Gotu kola assists connective tissue strength, Sea Buckthorn Oil encourages elasticity, and Calendula heals, soothes inflammation and supports recovery. Postpartum use promotes healing and gentle support for tissue wellbeing & recovery.

Q. I have Vulvodynia, could Yoni Balm help with this condition?

A. Yes. Vulvodynia is a condition that causes chronic pain, burning, or sensitivity in the vulva, often without an obvious cause. While it doesn’t always cause dryness, affected tissue can be fragile, easily irritated, or sensitive, and daily life or hygiene routines may sometimes exacerbate discomfort.

Yoni Balm’s gentle, plant-based ingredients - including nourishing oils and botanicals - help soothe irritation, support hydration, and maintain tissue comfort, making it a natural, calming option as needed. Some women with vulvodynia find it helps to soothe irritation and they feel general comfort is supported, without interfering with their natural tissue function.

Always consult your health professional for a diagnosis and advice for this condition.

Q. Can Yoni Balm be used for perineal massage before birth?

A. Yes. Applied externally to the perineal area, Yoni Balm helps prepare tissues in this area for the stretching that occurs during childbirth. Its nourishing botanicals - Gotu Kola, Sea Buckthorn, and Calendula - support resilience, and may enhance elasticity during childbirth and improve postpartum recovery outcomes.

Q. Does fennel really help intimate tissue during menopause?

A. Yes - studies on topical fennel cream in postmenopausal women have shown improvements in vaginal tissue condition, including pH and cell maturity markers related to atrophy. Fennel’s phytoestrogens mimic some oestrogen-like activity at the tissue level, supporting comfort, tissue health, and natural lubrication. (pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov)

Q. Can Yoni Balm help maintain healthy vaginal pH?

A. Yes. Well-hydrated tissue supports healthy lactobacilli growth, which produce lactic acid to maintain optimal vaginal pH. Botanicals like Fennel help protect moisture and encourage tissue balance, supporting comfort and natural defence.

Q. Can Wild Yam help balance my hormones?

A. Wild Yam has a strong reputation in women’s herbal medicine and is commonly included in topical formulas aimed at menopausal and hormone-related concerns. While many women report benefits from topical Wild Yam products, clinical research has not shown that topical Wild Yam directly increases progesterone levels or alters hormones in other ways.

Wild Yam naturally contains steroidal saponins associated with diosgenin, a compound that has been widely researched and is used industrially as a starting material for the manufacture of steroid hormones. Importantly, however, the human body does not convert diosgenin into progesterone.

Its inclusion in Yoni Balm reflects both its traditional and popular use in women’s topical care, the positive experiences reported by many women, and its place within a broader formula designed to support dry, delicate intimate tissue.

Q. Why is Gotu Kola included?

A. Gotu Kola contains compounds called triterpenes, which are studied for their role in collagen synthesis and connective tissue support. In Yoni Balm, Gotu Kola helps strengthen tissue structure, maintain elasticity, and support resilience in intimate areas - especially important as skin and mucosa change with age or after childbirth.

Q. Can Yoni Balm be used as a personal lubricant?

A. Yes. Yoni Balm’s smooth, nourishing texture makes it suitable for intimate touch, sexual activity, or self-pleasure, providing hydration, comfort, and gentle lubrication for sensitive tissue. Yoni Balm is intended for use on intact tissue.

Q: How do I use Yoni Balm?

A. With a clean finger, apply a small amount to intimate tissue, externally or internally (vaginal canal or entrance), once or twice daily, or as needed. Warm it between your fingers before applying. Regular use supports hydration, elasticity, comfort, natural lubrication, and tissue resilience.

Q. Does it contain fragrance?

A. Yoni Balm is fragrance-free to keep it gentle on delicate, sensitive tissue. It does have a subtle, earthy and grounding aroma of Fennel from the infused oil made with this herb.

Q. Will Yoni Balm interfere with my body’s natural balance?

A. No. Yoni Balm is designed to support comfort, hydration, and tissue health, not override your body’s natural processes.

Q. I have lichen sclerosus - can Yoni Balm help?

A. Lichen sclerosus is a chronic condition affecting vulvar tissue, causing thinning, irritation, itching and discomfort. Yoni Balm contains botanicals including Gotu kola and Sea buckthorn, traditionally used to support fragile skin. Gotu Kola’s compounds have been studied for stimulating collagen synthesis, supporting connective tissue strength, and promoting tissue repair, which may help improve the resilience and comfort of delicate areas for women with LS.

This condition is tricky and responses to any treatment vary, we recommend patch testing on a small area first and using only if it feels supportive for your skin. While some women find it very soothing and effective, it may not help every case.
Always consult your health care professional for a diagnosis if you suspect you have lichen sclerosus.

Q. Are the ingredients in Yoni Balm natural?

A. Yes, Yoni Balm is 100% natural and predominantly organic. Every ingredient is chosen for its specific action and sourced with care and integrity.

This balm was created for women who value gentle, plant-based care. Yoni Balm supports balance during common physiological changes, offering a simple, effective alternative to conventional options, made with organic ingredients women can trust.

Q. Is Yoni Balm safe to apply if I am on Menopausal Hormone therapy or HRT?

A. Yes, some women still need additional support for dryness even when they are on MHT. Yoni Balm is perfectly safe to use in conjunction with this therapy.