Creatine: The Science-Backed Supplement That Supports Strength, Skin and Wellbeing
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At DermAttract, we’re passionate about evidence-based approaches to health, beauty, and overall wellbeing. While most people visit our Redhill and Reigate aesthetic clinics for skin, anti-ageing, and wellness treatments, we often discuss lifestyle and supplements that support the body from within.
One of the most talked about supplements today is creatine — a nutrient that supports muscle energy, recovery, and potentially even cognitive and skin health. Let’s explore what creatine is, how it works, and who should (and shouldn’t) consider it — all backed by current scientific evidence.
What is Creatine?
Creatine is a naturally occurring compound found in muscle cells. It helps produce energy during high-intensity exercise and supports cell repair. While your body makes some creatine, supplementing can raise muscle and brain levels, improving performance and recovery.
For those in Surrey’s active communities around Redhill, Reigate, and the surrounding areas, creatine can be a simple addition to support fitness goals, vitality, and longevity — particularly when combined with regular exercise and balanced nutrition.
Proven Benefits of Creatine
1. Increases Strength and Exercise Performance
Research shows that creatine monohydrate improves short-burst power and strength when combined with resistance training (Wang et al., 2024). Perfect if you’re strength-training, toning up, or just trying to stay strong as you age.
2. Supports Lean Muscle and Body Composition
Regular creatine use can increase lean body mass — not by adding fat, but by improving muscle hydration and supporting growth. Over time, this contributes to a firmer, healthier physique, complementing aesthetic goals.
3. Helps Maintain Muscle in Midlife and Beyond
For men and women over 40, creatine helps combat age-related muscle loss (sarcopenia). Combined with light resistance work, it promotes mobility, strength, and energy — which indirectly supports skin health and ageing gracefully.
4. Possible Cognitive and Skin Benefits
Emerging studies show that creatine may help brain function under stress, and topical forms are being studied for collagen stimulation and anti-wrinkle benefits (Peirano et al., 2011). While the evidence for skin is early, it’s an exciting area for aesthetic science.
Is Creatine Safe?
According to multiple reviews (Kreider et al., 2021; Alexandre-de-Souza et al., 2019), creatine is safe for healthy adults when used at recommended doses (3–5 g per day).✅ Safe for most people⚠️ Caution if you have kidney disease, are pregnant, or are on certain medications — always discuss with a doctor first.
At DermAttract, as a doctor-led clinic, we always emphasise safety and personalisation — so speak to a GP or medical practitioner before adding supplements. Creatine monohydrate powder (unflavoured or micronised) is the best-researched and most cost-effective form.
Who Might Benefit Most
Active adults in Redhill and Reigate looking to enhance workouts or body tone
Men and women over 40 aiming to maintain strength and metabolism
Vegetarians or vegans (lower dietary creatine levels)
Those under physical or cognitive stress (e.g., shift work, busy lifestyles)
Creatine and Aesthetics – The Inside-Out Connection
At DermAttract, we take a holistic approach to beauty and ageing. Skin rejuvenation treatments such as microneedling, anti-wrinkle injections, and medical-grade skincare work best when the body is nourished and resilient.
Creatine supports this by:
Improving cellular energy and recovery
Enhancing muscle tone and definition (especially around jawline, arms, legs)
Potentially improving collagen synthesis (topically and systemically)
When paired with professional aesthetic care, creatine can be part of a comprehensive “inside-out” wellness strategy.
When to Avoid Creatine
Kidney or liver conditions
Pregnancy or breastfeeding (insufficient data)
Concurrent use of nephrotoxic (damaging or destructive to kidneys) medications
DermAttract’s Takeaway
Creatine isn’t just for gym enthusiasts — it’s a scientifically validated supplement that supports physical performance, ageing well, and possibly even skin vitality from the research that's available to us so far.
As a doctor-led aesthetic and skin clinic in Redhill and Reigate, we believe true beauty and confidence come from looking after both your skin and your inner health. Creatine, used correctly, can be a small yet meaningful step in that journey.
