Can creatine cause hair loss?

Creatine monohydrate has been associated with the potential to cause hair loss due to its ability to increase dihydrotestosterone (DHT) levels. DHT is known to bind to receptors on the scalp and can lead to hair loss in individuals with a sensitivity to it. The sensitivity of a person's androgen receptors, the amount of gene transcription causing death of the follicle, and individual variations in the conversion of testosterone to DHT all play a role in whether creatine might exacerbate hair loss for a particular individual. This means while creatine does not directly cause hair loss, it can contribute to it in those who are already predisposed or sensitive to the effects of DHT. However, responses to creatine, including its impact on hair loss, can differ from person to person, and some individuals may not experience any effects on hair at all. It should also be noted that hair loss from increased DHT levels may be reversible if creatine usage is stopped and the hair follicle has not been permanently damaged 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8.