Description

Melanotan 1 primarily enhances skin pigmentation, provides photoprotection, and has therapeutic applications for certain skin disorders.

Skin Pigmentation and Tanning

Melanotan 1 (afamelanotide) is a synthetic analog of alpha-melanocyte stimulating hormone (α-MSH) that binds to MC1R receptors on melanocytes, stimulating the production of eumelanin, the brownish-black pigment that protects against UV damage

This results in a gradual, uniform tan without excessive sun exposure, reducing the risk of sunburn and skin cancer. Visible darkening typically begins 10–14 days after consistent dosing, with peak pigmentation around 6–8 weeks, depending on baseline skin tone and UV exposure