Aroma-Zone Creatine

VEGAN

SOURCE

Formed endogenously through reactions involving several amino acids: arginine, glycine, and methionine. Synthesis occurs in the kidneys, liver, and pancreas. Obtained through diet and dietary supplements.

Aroma-Zone dietary supplement: synthetic, Creapure®, a registered trademark of AlzChem.

BIOCHEMICAL COMPOSITION

Creatine is an amino acid derivative composed mainly of glycine, arginine, and methionine, forming a nitrogen-containing molecule involved in energy metabolism.

SUSTAINABILITY / TRACEABILITY

Creatine produced in Germany. Packaged in France.

Creatine acts directly on cellular energy production by increasing phosphocreatine reserves in the muscle, which allows for faster resynthesis of ATP, the central molecule involved in energy production. In fact, ATP can be considered the body’s “fuel.”

This mechanism therefore improves the ability to perform short, intense, and repeated efforts with a daily intake of 3g of creatine, by facilitating the immediate availability of energy and limiting the accumulation of muscle fatigue associated with hydrogen ions. This increase in work capacity is reflected in particular by improved tolerance to variations in intensity and intermittent exertion. Furthermore, creatine supplementation over several weeks is associated with faster muscle recovery after exercise, along with improved strength, range of motion, and a reduction in the muscle changes observed after exercise.

Additional effects have also been suggested, such as a decrease in oxidative stress, a reduction in certain inflammatory processes, and a potential impact on mitochondrial function, although these mechanisms remain secondary to its primary role in energy production.

The effectiveness of creatine is supported by several studies* showing measurable effects, particularly when combined with resistance training. An analysis highlights an increase in lean body mass and a decrease in fat mass compared to training alone, confirming its benefits for body composition.

In terms of performance, creatine improves the ability to sustain intense, intermittent efforts, as well as the time to exhaustion, with more variable effects on continuous endurance.

Finally, data indicate that supplementation over several weeks is associated with faster muscle recovery after exercise, along with improvements in certain functional parameters such as strength or range of motion.

*See the Scientific Bibliography for more information.

A Note from Our Aroma-Zone Toxicologist

“Creatine is a substance naturally present in the body. As a dietary supplement, it is considered safe for health when consumed at recommended doses, up to 3,000 mg per day.

However, some sensitive individuals may experience adverse effects. As a precaution, it is therefore not recommended to combine multiple sources of creatine, and we advise consulting a healthcare professional, particularly for those taking medication.”

Adeline Nalin - Head Pharmacist and Toxicologist

Creatine is primarily intended for people engaged in physical activities involving intense efforts, whether short or repeated, such as strength and power sports. It may also be beneficial for endurance athletes when their disciplines include variations in intensity or bursts of speed.

Its use may be appropriate for active individuals experiencing exercise-related physical fatigue, given its role in energy production and muscle recovery.

Finally, vegetarians and vegans, whose diets do not contain creatine of animal origin, may constitute a population for whom supplemental intake is considered in order to maintain levels comparable to those observed in omnivores.

Creatine is used to address needs related to physical performance and recovery. It is particularly suitable when the goal is to improve the ability to perform intense exercise, increase muscle mass as part of resistance training, or support performance involving repeated efforts or variations in intensity.

It may also be considered in situations where post-exercise recovery is a concern, particularly when muscle stress is high. However, its effects appear to be more variable when it comes to continuous endurance efforts without variations in intensity.

• Improved energy production in muscles by increasing phosphocreatine stores, which allows for faster ATP resynthesis during exercise

• Improved ability to sustain intense, intermittent exertion

• Increase in time to exhaustion under certain conditions

• Increase in lean body mass and decrease in body fat compared to training alone

• Faster muscle recovery after exercise, with improvements observed in strength and certain functional parameters in the days following exercise.

Creatine (Creapure®) - Dietary supplement

Creapure Creatine is the ideal companion for your workouts, strength training, and recovery. Involved in cellular energy synthesis, creatine will help you push your limits and achieve your fitness goals. The benefits of creatine supplementation for both women and men have been validated by numerous scientific studies. High-purity German Creapure quality, free of additives.

Creatine is not a substitute for a varied and balanced diet or a healthy lifestyle, and it is recommended not to exceed the recommended daily dose. It is intended for adults only and is not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding. It must be kept out of the reach of children and should not be combined with other sources of creatine.

Furthermore, its use is not recommended for individuals with certain medical conditions, such as diabetes, kidney disease, or those who have undergone a nephrectomy. It is therefore recommended to consult a healthcare professional, particularly for individuals currently taking medication.

Finally, based on the available data, its use should be tailored to training goals, as its effects are primarily observed during intense and specific physical exertion.

Delphine Duc is a biological engineer specialising in cosmetology. Passionate about cosmetics for almost ten years, she began making her own skincare products with Aroma-Zone ingredients to address her skin concerns. She then trained as a cosmetologist before creating her own bespoke cosmetics brand to address each person’s individual skin concerns.