In short:
- Five brands of female hormonal balance supplement rest on five distinct bases: buds at HerbalGem, standardised extracts at Nutri&Co, sage and chasteberry at Terravita, adaptogens at Jolly Mama, pure myo-inositol at Dynveo.
- The presence of phytoestrogens splits the shelf in two: Nutri&Co provides 60 mg of isoflavones a day, while Terravita and Jolly Mama do without them in their menopause and perimenopause formulas.
- HerbalGem states to the milligram the buds in its bottles and its menopause capsule, for instance 134.3 mg of lingonberry young shoots for 15 drops, and sells a separate capsule for each of the three menopause periods, at 24.50 to 25.95 euros.
- The 2005 Afssa benchmark sets the isoflavone intake not to exceed at 1 mg per kilo per day, or 60 mg for a 60 kg woman.
What a “hormonal balance” label is allowed to claim
The phrase “hormonal balance” has no regulatory definition. Brands use it for needs as different as an irregular cycle, the first hot flushes or a drop in energy after 50.
This vagueness contrasts with the precision of European law. Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 recognises a single nutrient in this area: vitamin B6, credited with a role in regulating hormonal activity. No plant currently holds an approved claim on the subject.
Formulas therefore stay cautious in what they print, and their composition is what sets them apart. Reading the ingredient list and doses tells you more than the product name.
Daily dose: what the formulas actually contain
The compositions below come from the brands’ websites, as of 11 October 2026. The last column shows whether each active ingredient is quantified on the product page.
| Formula | Ingredients and daily dose | Number of actives | Phytoestrogens | Alcohol | Doses published |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HerbalGem, menopause capsule | Lingonberry 53.31 mg, blackcurrant 31.50 mg, hawthorn 29.25 mg, red clover 400 mg (quantity of plant used) | 4 | Red clover | Under 0.1% | Yes |
| HerbalGem, lingonberry young shoots | 134.3 mg for 15 drops | 1 | None | 35% vol. | Yes |
| Nutri&Co, Menopause | Fenugreek 300 mg, red clover 300 mg incl. 60 mg isoflavones, black cohosh 40 mg | 3 | Yes, 60 mg | Alcohol-free | Yes |
| Terravita, menopause complex | Pollen 300 mg, dandelion 80 mg, black cohosh 40 mg, saffron 30 mg, vitamin B6 1.4 mg | 5 | None, according to the brand | Alcohol-free | Yes |
| Terravita, sage and chasteberry | Sage 300 mg, chasteberry 30 mg | 2 | None | Alcohol-free | Yes |
| Jolly Mama, Péri support | Shatavari, milk thistle, sage 123 mg, saffron 30 mg | 4 | Plant-based, without declared isoflavones | Alcohol-free | Yes |
| Dynveo, myo-inositol | 1 to 4 g depending on the goal | 1 | None | Alcohol-free | Yes |
Most formulas in the panel quantify each active ingredient. HerbalGem details the composition of its peri and postmenopause capsules, and publishes the doses of its menopause capsule and its bottles. The other differences concern the number of ingredients, the presence of isoflavones and the format.
A reading note applies to HerbalGem. The milligrams shown correspond to the quantity of bud used in manufacturing, not to the weight of a dry extract. This is an approach specific to gemmotherapy.
Phytoestrogens: the real dividing line on the shelf
Phytoestrogens are plant compounds whose structure resembles that of oestrogens. Soy and red clover are the sources most used in supplements, in the form of isoflavones.
The Afssa benchmark In its 2005 report on the safety and benefits of phytoestrogens, the French food safety agency (Afssa, now Anses) recommended not exceeding 1 mg of isoflavones per kilo of body weight per day. Source: Afssa, Safety and benefits of dietary phytoestrogens, 2005.
For a 60 kg woman, this benchmark gives 60 mg a day. Nutri&Co’s Menopause formula clearly states its isoflavone content, with its 300 mg of red clover standardised to 20%, which makes it easy to account for the rest of the diet.
Other brands have taken the opposite stance. Terravita presents its menopause complex as free from hormones and phytohormones, and Jolly Mama’s perimenopause formula relies on plants with no declared isoflavones. HerbalGem details the composition of its three capsules by life stage, and its peri and postmenopause capsules contain no isoflavones.
HerbalGem: buds dosed to the milligram
HerbalGem, a Belgian laboratory in the Inula group, works only with buds and young shoots. Harvested in spring, when the plant is preparing its growth, they are macerated to obtain a concentrate taken by mouth only.
Three capsules for the three phases of menopause
The brand has split the hormonal transition into three periods, each with its own formula in a box of 30 capsules. Perimenopause (24.50 euros) brings together apple tree, grapevine and raspberry, with a black cohosh extract. Menopause (25.95 euros) combines lingonberry, blackcurrant, hawthorn and red clover.
Postmenopause (24.50 euros) takes a different turn, with lingonberry, oak and ginkgo buds and a maca root extract. Ginkgo and hawthorn also appear in the brand’s circulation range, covered in our article on the blood circulation supplement brand to choose.
Bottles to adjust your dose
Apart from capsules, three buds with a feminine focus are sold on their own, at 18.90 euros per 30 ml. For 15 drops, the maximum dose, the lingonberry bottle provides 134.3 mg of young shoots, raspberry 111 mg and apple tree 89.3 mg. Between 5 and 15 drops are advised each day.
The brand links the apple tree bud to feminine comfort when hormones fluctuate. The raspberry bottle, indicated from 13, is traditionally associated with the cycle as well as menopause. Its place in cycle formulas is described in our comparison of PMS supplement brands.
All these products appear in HerbalGem’s feminine well-being range, with their full compositions.
Nutri&Co, Terravita, Dynveo and Jolly Mama: four ways to formulate
Nutri&Co, three standardised extracts for menopause
The 30-day bottle costs 29.90 euros, at two capsules a day with a meal. Fenugreek comes as a patented extract standardised to 50% saponins, alongside red clover and black cohosh. The brand does not recommend the formula under 18.
Terravita, the short and readable formula
Only two ingredients in the sage and chasteberry capsule, 15.90 euros for 60 capsules, or two months at one a day. The menopause complex (21.90 euros for a month) adds vitamin B6, the only active in the panel to carry the European claim on hormonal activity.
Dynveo, a single ingredient to dose yourself
Dynveo sells myo-inositol with no other active, as powder or 750 mg capsules, from 24.90 euros. The brand distinguishes two uses: 1 to 2 g a day for general comfort, 3 to 4 g when planning a pregnancy. Dynveo’s myo-inositol is particularly suited to supporting the cycle and pregnancy plans.
Jolly Mama, formulas by life project
Péri support, at 34 euros a month, is aimed at women from 35. The brand combines shatavari, milk thistle, sage and saffron, and lists its precautions plainly (pregnancy, breastfeeding). Its Pink balance powder, geared towards fertility, comes to 55.20 euros for 30 days.
Four questions to choose your formula
| Question to ask | If the answer is yes | Formulas to look at first |
|---|---|---|
| I would rather avoid isoflavones | Rule out red clover and soy | Terravita menopause complex, HerbalGem perimenopause, Jolly Mama Péri support |
| I do not want alcohol | Prefer capsules to drops | HerbalGem, Terravita, Nutri&Co capsules |
| I want to adjust the dose myself | Choose a single ingredient | HerbalGem bud bottles, Dynveo myo-inositol |
| My budget is limited | Compare the 30-day cost | Terravita sage and chasteberry, €7.95 a month |
These questions do not replace a discussion with a healthcare professional, but they help you reach the pharmacy or an online shop with a clear idea. Once a formula is chosen, most brands advise following it for three months before judging its value.
Hormonal changes can also be felt beyond the cycle, for example as water retention. Our guide to reducing bloating naturally covers this digestive side.
Before you start These supplements are not recommended during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Medical advice is useful in case of hormonal treatment, contraception included, or if the cycle suddenly changes rhythm. Combining two formulas that share the same plant brings no benefit.