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Peptide

Melanotan II

01 / OVERVIEW

What this compound does

WHAT IT DOES

Melanotan II is an unapproved peptide people use to tan with less sun. It works but carries real safety concerns like changing moles.

KEY BENEFITS
Darkens skin with less UV exposure
May increase libido
BEST FOR
  • • (No recommended use — not approved)
WHAT TO EXPECT

Sold illegally as a research chemical; flagged by regulators for safety. Not advised.

WHO SHOULD AVOID THIS
  • • People with many moles or melanoma risk
  • • Pregnant people
  • • Anyone wanting an approved, safe product
MYTHS & FACTS
Myth:
Fact:
At a glance
Typical dose
No recommended dose — unapproved research chemical
Evidence
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Studies indexed1
How it's made

Synthesised peptide; product purity and sterility are frequently unverified.

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03 / DOSAGE

How much, when

MAINTENANCE

No recommended dose — unapproved research chemical

n/a

TIMING

Melanotan II — Any dose

Standard dosing.

02 / EVIDENCE

Peer-reviewed studies

  • PMID: 8637551

    Stimulates melanogenesis

    Melanocortin agonism increases eumelanin, darkening skin even with limited UV.

    C
  • PMID 8637551 · 1996human

    Melanotan and melanogenesis

    Increased pigmentation

    C
04 / INTERACTIONS

Medicine interactions

  • No formal interaction studies

    Unregulated; interaction profile unknown and safety concerns exist.

    → Not recommended; discuss safer alternatives with a clinician.

    MODERATE

This page is a reference summary, not a prescription. Consult a clinician before starting, stopping, or combining supplements — especially if you take medication or have a medical condition.