UGLYFACE® CREATINE MONOHYDRATE

Creatine monohydrate is one of the most well-documented supplements for improving explosive strength, peak power, and high-intensity performance. By increasing the availability of phosphocreatine in muscle tissue, it enhances your ability to rapidly regenerate ATP - your body’s primary energy source during short, intense efforts like lifting, sprinting, and jumping.

In controlled trials, creatine supplementation has been shown to increase maximal strength by 5–15%*, with even greater improvements in high-velocity power output and work capacity during repeated sets. *PMID: 28615996

One meta-analysis concluded that adding creatine to a resistance training program can nearly double the rate of strength gains* compared to training alone — particularly in exercises like bench press and squat. *PMID: 12701815

Often considered a 'gym bro' or 'bodybuilding' supplement, creatine is actually an incredibly important supplement for women of all ages. Physically active women that experience menstrual cycles may find creatine supplementation particularly useful for helping balance performance swings during the different phases of her cycle. The hormones estrogen & progesterone impact the production, transport, and use of creatine - so ensuring high levels of supplemented creatine can help mediate performance impact.

Creatine monohydrate is one of the most reliable supplements for increasing fat-free mass, and it's backed by decades of research. By enhancing cellular energy production and drawing water into muscle cells, creatine supports both muscle growth and volume - helping you build size faster and more effectively when combined with resistance training.

📈 Studies consistently show that creatine users gain 1.5–2.2 kg (3–5 lbs) more lean mass* over a few weeks compared to placebo. These gains are attributed to a combination of increased training volume, enhanced muscle protein synthesis, and cellular hydration that primes muscles for growth.

Unlike temporary weight from bloating or water under the skin, the intracellular water retention from creatine actually supports muscle health, volume, and performance - especially when paired with progressive overload.

*PMID: 9624651 PMID: 12580664 PMID: 12701815

Creatine isn’t just for muscles - your brain uses it too. As a high-demand energy organ, the brain relies on ATP for processes like memory, focus, reaction time, and mental clarity. Supplementing with creatine helps support ATP regeneration in the brain, especially under conditions where cognitive function tends to decline - like sleep deprivation, stress, intense workloads, or aging.

Research shows creatine supplementation can improve working memory, reduce mental fatigue, and enhance reaction time, particularly in sleep-deprived individuals and vegetarians (who tend to have lower baseline creatine levels).

In older adults, creatine has shown promise for supporting executive function and neuroprotection, and it's even being studied as an adjunct in neurological conditions like depression and Parkinson’s.

*PMID: 14671205 PMID: 17119929 PMID: 29309726 PMID: 21424716