Garden of Wisdom's PhytoEstrogen Cream - New Formula
NOTE:The formulas are identical, except for one change: we replaced Polawax with Sugarmulse to prevent the separation you may have noticed previously.
A deeply nourishing formula designed to address the unique needs of mature and hormonally shifting skin, PhytoEstrogen Cream targets moisture loss, reduced elasticity, and signs of environmental stress. As skin ages, its natural lipid production declines, leading to dryness, dullness, and increased sensitivity. This cream delivers bioavailable nutrients and phyto-compounds to help restore balance, hydration, and resilience.
Targeted Skin Support: Plant-Based Estrogens: Rich in Soy Isoflavones and Soy Protein, this cream helps mimic estrogenic activity in the skin—supporting firmness, improving moisture retention, and reducing hormonal dryness and sensitivity. Soy is also known for its anti-irritant properties, helping to calm inflamed or reactive skin. Essential Lipid Replenishment: A base of Apricot Kernel Oil, Avocado Oil, and Capric Triglycerides provides lasting hydration and skin-conditioning benefits. These emollients help reinforce the skin barrier while softening rough or flaky patches. Evening Primrose Oil: Naturally high in gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), this oil supports barrier repair, soothes dry or eczema-prone skin, and offers gentle astringent action to tone and refine the skin’s texture. Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate: A stable, lipid-soluble form of Vitamin C, this powerful antioxidant helps stimulate collagen production, brighten uneven skin tone, and reduce the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and sun damage. Unlike traditional ascorbic acid, it penetrates deeply to support long-term skin renewal. Pantothenic Acid (Vitamin B5): Supports wound healing and skin regeneration, making it ideal for compromised or fragile skin. Glycerin: A plant-derived humectant that draws moisture from the air into the skin, helping maintain hydration and plumpness throughout the day.
Ideal For:
Aging or menopausal skin Hormonal dryness and imbalance Loss of firmness or elasticity Fine lines, sun damage, and dullness Sensitive, easily irritated skin
Method of Application Apply a pea sized to a dime sized amount, depending on what your skin needs, after the water soluble phase of your routine. This should be the final phase of layering in your skin care routine, as it will help to hold moisture and nutrients in the skin.
Shelf Life and Storage Information for Our Products and Ingredients
Finished Products - generally don't need to be refrigerated as they are preserved, but you can refrigerate them to extend their shelf life. The shelf life for most products is 9-12 months. Vitamin C Serum(s) and VitaResurface products should continually be refrigerated to extend their shelf life. Sample Sizes - do have a shorter shelf life (generally 3-6 months), and items in jars can dry up quicker than this if the lid is not tightened well enough (Vitamin C Serums - use within 90 days).
Please Keep Your Products Out of Humidity, Heat, Direct Light and in a Dark Cabinet When Possible
Exfoliating Acid - products have a shelf life of 9-12 months. The only things we don't suggest refrigerating are the Mandelic Acid Serums or Salicylic Acid Serums, as they can crystallize in the refrigerator. If this happens, you can set the product into a hot water bath to see if the crystals will dissolve.
Additional Items That Require Refrigeration and/or Kept in the Dark
Hydrosols and Distillates - remove 1 ounce of hydrosol and add it to a separate, sterilized spray bottle and spritzer. Keep the larger bottle in the refrigerator. Carrier and Exotic Oils - generally refrigerate all carrier oils, although some very rich oils will solidify. This is fine. All you have to do is take the oil out, warm it up at room temperature, and it should liquefy. If not, set the bottle in a hot water bath and occasionally shake the bottle, which will hopefully turn into a liquid. Some oils, like coconut cream and jojoba oil, have a super long shelf life.
Refrigeration of The Following Ingredients is Not Necessary, But it Won't hurt
Essential Oils - essential oils are best stored in a cool, dark place. Co2 Extracts - these should continually be refrigerated. Butters - we suggest refrigerating our "skincare" butters. You can remove what you need and keep the rest in the fridge. Clays - keep in a dry, dark place. Shelf life is at least 2 years. Herbs All herbs <i>(whole or ground)</i> should be kept in a dark, cool, and dry location. Herbal (liquid) Extracts are created using grain alcohol. The alcohol pulls the constituents (properties) from each herb, root, trunk, leaf, and flower. They have a shelf life of 3-5 years. They can be stored in the refrigerator or a dark, dry place. Other Raw Ingredients - such as Sodium PCA, Honeyquat, Oat Beta Glucan, etc., will all have different shelf lives.
Spring Water hydrating Conditioning Pellets conditions the skin Sugarmulse vegetable derived premier stable emulsifier Soy Isoflavones phytoestrogen source from soybean molasses, non-steroidal, antioxidant properties Apricot Kernel Oil rich in fatty acids, lightweight, soothes irritated and aging skin Avocado Oil high in vitamin E, lecithin, and phytosterols, conditioning and very healing, antibacterial, anti-wrinkle Caprylic Triglycerides emollient, moisturizer Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate antioxidant, collagen production, lightening and brightening, reduces fine lines and wrinkles, sun damage repair Evening Primrose Oil high gamma linolenic acid content, used for dry skin and eczema, astringent Soy Protein anti-irritant Pantothenic Acid wound healing, part of the vitamin B complex Glycerin humectant, vegetable derived, literally, draws moisture out of the air to skin when applied topically Optiphen(Phenoxyethanol and Caprylyl Glycol)paraben free, broad spectrum preservative Rose Geranium Essential Oil balancing, soothing, refreshing
This is the best cream for “mature” skin. I have tried many highly recommended expensive products but this is the only one that actually works, together with a couple of other GOW products as recommended by Jen, to give my skin that “youthful glow” as commented on by my friends. I especially appreciate the natural ingredients with no strange chemicals!
However, as good as this cream is, it is eclipsed by the amazing customer service and suggestions from Jen who tolerated my multiple questions and responded so quickly that I felt as if I was their only customer!
Thank you Jen and GOW for all your help and wonderful products.
Karen ˚⊱⊰˚
Thank you so much for taking the time to share this. Hearing that this cream has truly supported your skin and helped bring out that kind of glow means SO much to all of us.
Equally meaningful is your note about working with Jen. Thoughtful guidance and real conversations are just as important to us as the formulas themselves, and she puts so much care into helping each person feel supported and understood.
Thank you for your trust, your kindness, and for being part of Garden of Wisdom.
We’re grateful to be on this journey with you.
As a senior I didn't know what to expect. However, in the last two weeks I have noticed that my deep wrinkles look smoother and fuller. i realize it's important to persevere if one wants to make a change. So I'll continue using it morning and night. Thank you for a quality product!
This is the best cream for “mature” skin. I have tried many highly recommended expensive products but this is the only one that actually works, together with a couple of other GOW products as recommended by Jen, to give my skin that “youthful glow” as commented on by my friends. I especially appreciate the natural ingredients with no strange chemicals!
However, as good as this cream is, it is eclipsed by the amazing customer service and suggestions from Jen who tolerated my multiple questions and responded so quickly that I felt as if I was their only customer!
Thank you Jen and GOW for all your help and wonderful products.
PhytoEstrogen Cream - New Formula!
Alyssa
Magical for my whole body!
I love using this on my body. It's magical on knees and elbows. Definitely reviving for dry/rough skin and magical for the rest of my body. Hope this gets made into a body lotion.
Majik Coconut Revival Cream
Beverly Katzenberger
So far I like the PPSO and the way the oil quickly absorbs into the skin
So far I like the PPSO and the way the oil quickly absorbs into the skin. The only issue is that I keep forgetting that I have it in the refrigerator.
Prickly Pear Seed Oil - The Secret to Timeless Radiance
Andrea S
Banishes redness
Bought this for my husband to treat redness on his face. It's hard to get him to use products. Started with a sample. I worked, so he asked me to order more. He must really like it. Thanks Garden of Wisdom!
Cherry Fruit Hyaluronic Acid Serum
Andrea S
Great on my sensitive skin
I use this cleanser every evening. Love the scent and my skin feels so smooth afterwards. I will continue to keep this as part of my daily routine.
Soothing Cream Cleanser with Matcha Green Tea
Andrea S
Great for clogged pores
This product works well on my sensitive skin. It has helped clear clogged pores on my nose as well as reduce small bumps that frequently appear on my cheeks. I'll keep this one on hand at all times.
Sulfur Clearing Serum
Patricia Portis
So far, so good!
To be honest, I use Serum as a Scalp Oil Treatment....I mixed it in with another scalp treatment that I do weekly....I'm very sensitive to everything, but far. so good....Thank you!
Happy Scalp Detox My Itchy and Dry Scalp Serum
Peg
Best lotion ever!
This lotion is the best I’ve ever found! Sinks in beautifully, providing moisture to dry, cracked hands and itchy, flaky legs. After many years of searching for the perfect lotion, I’ve found the one! The aroma is subtly beautiful (sea of blue)- love everything about this product :). Thank you Garden of Wisdom!,
Creamy Hand and Body Lotion
Amelia Thome
This Is THE Lotion
All the things skin is supposed to do, (like holding in hydration and moisture, shedding naturally, and remaining intact to provide a barrier against the elements) my skin doesn't. What it does do, is react to everything (including my own sweat) as an enemy, and block and inflame random pores as revenge upon me for trying to moisturize so the itching doesn't drive me to madness.
This lotion has been genuinely miraculous. At best, others help one problem but cause another. This one interrupts the cycle, and has actually made my skin healthier. To echo another review, please never stop making this.
This serum is a lovely tool in fighting signs of aging cause by lifes little stressors :)
Thank you, Erika.
You are adorable. We are always happy to hear when a product shows the results
one is hoping for.
Thank you for the video!
Markey ˚⊱⊰˚
As a senior I didn't know what to expect. However, in the last two weeks I have noticed that my deep wrinkles look smoother and fuller. i realize it's important to persevere if one wants to make a change. So I'll continue using it morning and night. Thank you for a quality product!
⋆.˚✮ ✮˚.⋆ for taking the time to share this. Hearing that you’re noticing your skin look smoother and fuller with continued use means a great deal to us.
Skincare changes take patience, and your note about perseverance really resonates. As someone who is almost 70 myself, I understand how important it is to give the skin time and consistency, and to choose products that feel supportive rather than aggressive.
Thank you for your trust and for being part of Garden of Wisdom.
Markey and the Fabulous GoW Crew
This is the best cream for “mature” skin. I have tried many highly recommended expensive products but this is the only one that actually works, together with a couple of other GOW products as recommended by Jen, to give my skin that “youthful glow” as commented on by my friends. I especially appreciate the natural ingredients with no strange chemicals!
However, as good as this cream is, it is eclipsed by the amazing customer service and suggestions from Jen who tolerated my multiple questions and responded so quickly that I felt as if I was their only customer!
Thank you Jen and GOW for all your help and wonderful products.
Karen ˚⊱⊰˚
Thank you so much for taking the time to share this. Hearing that this cream has truly supported your skin and helped bring out that kind of glow means SO much to all of us.
Equally meaningful is your note about working with Jen. Thoughtful guidance and real conversations are just as important to us as the formulas themselves, and she puts so much care into helping each person feel supported and understood.
Thank you for your trust, your kindness, and for being part of Garden of Wisdom.
We’re grateful to be on this journey with you.
I love using this on my body. It's magical on knees and elbows. Definitely reviving for dry/rough skin and magical for the rest of my body. Hope this gets made into a body lotion.
Hi Alyssa
Oh, you have no idea how happy this makes us. This really is a beautiful cream, and it’s always so meaningful to hear when skin responds to it in such a positive way.
The formula holds a special place for us, and the name does too. It actually came from a little in-house naming contest years ago, and while it’s quirky, it ended up being the perfect fit.
Thank you for taking the time to share such a thoughtful review.
Wishing you the very best on your skincare journey.
Markey
This is a fantastic everyday facial cleanser, but I wanted to share another use—it’s the absolute best “feminine” cleanser ever! Hopefully most of us know not to use soaps with harsh pH that can cause problems down there, but sometimes I felt like a water-only wash wasn’t quite enough. Super sensitive cleansing oil to the rescue! I’ve never felt fresher since using this product. Cleanses without stripping or disrupting your most delicate skin’s balance. Perfect!
Hi, Emily ˚‧｡⋆⋆｡‧˚
Thank you for sharing this. We are always happy to here when a product such as the 'Super Sensitive Cleansing Oil' has felt gentle, balanced, and supportive for your skin.
Our goal is always to create formulas that cleanse effectively while respecting the skin’s natural balance, especially for those with sensitivities.
We appreciate you taking the time to leave such a thoughtful review.
Markey and her GoW Family
