No — that’s one of the main reasons we developed it this way. Traditional creatine monohydrate pulls water into the stomach area because it doesn’t absorb well. SLCre® is different — it’s already paired with sodium and potassium ions, which trigger the body’s creatine transporter (SLC6A8) to pull it directly into your muscles. That means better absorption, less leftover creatine in your gut, and no “puffy” look. Most users actually say they feel firmer, not softer.

Yes, it is perfectly fine to take both. Strength training and hard workouts don’t just stress your muscles — they also affect your skin, hair, and nails. Sweat, grease, bacteria and dirt from machines, UV exposure, and higher cortisol levels can dry things out and slow collagen production. So we built that support right into the formula: hydrolyzed collagen, keratin, hyaluronic acid, biotin, and vitamin C all work together to help maintain elasticity, hydration, and keratin structure. You still get full creatine performance benefits and a little “beauty insurance” on the side with no need for extra capsules.

We formulated it specifically to match the needs of active women — and by that we mean we included specific nutrients rather than just put them in a different color pouch.

The key differences are:
– Added micronutrients for hormonal balance (folate, active B6, and magnesium)
– Collagen + keratin + HA to protect skin and hair during training
– Astaxanthin, a potent antioxidant, to reduce oxidative stress that can disrupt hormones
– Slightly different electrolyte ratio to support hydration without excess sodium
Basically, it’s full-strength creatine plus the things women’s bodies tend to deplete faster from intense workouts.

Totally fair question! No, it’s not a gimmick. Your body needs a specific transporter (called SLC6A8) to move creatine into your muscle cells, and that transporter only “switches on” when sodium ions are present. Most creatine supplements hope your diet provides enough sodium to make that happen. We take out the guesswork — SLCre® is pre-paired with sodium and potassium during manufacturing under controlled pH and temperature. That ensures it stays in an ion-activated state that your body can use right away. It’s more efficient and less wasteful — meaning you get more effect from the same dose.

They’re not vegan, though extremely close since both the collagen and keratin are derived from non-animal synthetic hydrolysates designed to mimic the peptides your body uses for skin and hair repair. They’re cruelty-free and made using fermentation-based or hydrolyzed amino sources, but not plant-only.

The gummy base itself is vegan (made from citrus pectin, not gelatin), and everything else is non-animal. If you’re looking for a purely vegan creatine option, our standard SLCre® + AstraGin™ gummies fit that perfectly.

Yes — there’s nothing in them that interferes with hormonal contraception. In fact, some of the nutrients (like folate, active B6, magnesium, and astaxanthin) actually support natural hormone regulation and help balance energy and mood swings that can come with cycle changes or PCOS. That said, if you’re taking any medication for hormones or fertility, it’s always best to check with your doctor first just to be safe.

You can take them any time, honestly. Creatine works through saturation, not timing. That said, many women prefer to take 2 gummies before and 2 after workouts, or all 4 at once on rest days. They digest easily, so you don’t need to mix anything or take them with food. The main thing is consistency — daily use is what builds up your muscle stores. And because they taste like mixed berries (and not chalky powder), you’ll actually want to take them every day.