Herbal
Damiana
Also known as: Turnera diffusa, Mexican damiana, Damiana leaf
Traditional aphrodisiac herb from Central America, though modern evidence is limited.
Last reviewed June 2026 · Evidence graded from peer-reviewed research, not editorial opinion. Educational only — not medical advice.
Every Damiana product we have scored
| # | Product | Score | Per serving |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Olly Lovin' Libido | 82 A- | $1.00 |
| 2 | Bluebonnet Nutrition INTIMATE ESSENTIALS FOR HER SEXUAL RESPONSE & LIBIDO BOOST | 73 B+ | $1.20 |
| 3 | Herb Pharm Damiana | 72 B | $0.45 |
Scored on dose accuracy, form, label transparency and third-party testing. Per-serving cost is list price divided by servings per container. No brand pays to be listed or ranked.
Common questions
How much Damiana should I take?
The typical range is 400-800mg extract or 2-4g dried leaf daily. Traditional ongoing use
When should I take Damiana?
Before sexual activity or daily. Either way.
Which form of Damiana is best?
Leaf extract — Standardized if possible. Other forms in the catalog: Tea, Tincture.
Is Damiana safe?
Commonly reported: Mild euphoria, Relaxation. Serious warnings: May affect blood sugar. Safe short-term
Which Damiana supplement scores highest?
Olly Lovin' Libido, at 82/100. Scored on dose accuracy, form, label transparency and third-party testing — no brand pays to be listed or ranked.
Primary uses
- Libido (traditional)
- Aphrodisiac
- Relaxation
How it works
- Traditional aphrodisiac
- May have relaxant effects
- Used for centuries
- Limited modern research
Dosage
- Typical range
- 400-800mg extract or 2-4g dried leaf daily
- Timing
- Before sexual activity or daily
- With food
- Either way
- Duration
- Traditional ongoing use
- Special populations
- Those seeking traditional aphrodisiac
Forms
- Leaf extract
- Tea
- Tincture
Safety
Common side effects
- Mild euphoria
- Relaxation
Contraindications
- Diabetes (may affect sugar)
Products containing Damiana
Top-scoring supplements in our catalog that list Damiana on the label. Each product is graded on Formulate's ingredient-level rubric — dose accuracy, form, transparency, and third-party testing.
Evidence notes
Traditional use, limited clinical evidence
Grade C: Mostly observational or small trials; mechanism is plausible but unproven at scale.
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