Wild yam (Dioscorea Villosa) extract

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AKA: Dioscorea Villosa Extract
Plant-Derived
Skin Conditioner
Extract
Not Clean
Wild Yam (Dioscorea Villosa) Extract is a cosmetic ingredient. Assessed as safe by the CIR.
Family
Dioscoreaceae
Plant Part
Root
Form
Liquid
Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Anti Sebum
Antioxidant Protection
Skin Protecting
Anti-Aging Benefits
Locks In Moisture
Fights free radical damage
Shields skin from damage
Reduces excess sebum
Traditional Use
Used in traditional Chinese medicine and Native American herbalism for centuries to support hormonal balance and reduce inflammation. Historical use also included treatment of rheumatism and digestive complaints.
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Caution
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Caution
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory0 listings
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR