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Tanning & Pigmentation

Melanotan peptides activate melanocortin receptors to stimulate melanin production, producing a tanning effect with or without UV exposure. Also studied for UV-protective effects.

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Afamelanotide

CUV1647, α-MSH analog

AFDA approved
Tanning & Pigmentation
  • Stimulates melanin production and skin pigmentation
  • Provides photoprotection against UV radiation
  • Reduces photosensitivity in erythropoietic protoporphyria
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Melanotan I

Afamelanotide, CUV1647

AFDA approved
Tanning & Pigmentation
  • Induces skin pigmentation and tanning
  • Provides photoprotection against UV damage
  • Reduces photosensitivity in erythropoietic protoporphyria
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Melanotan II

MT-II, MT-2

CResearch only
Tanning & Pigmentation
  • Stimulates melanogenesis (tanning)
  • Tanning without UV exposure (photoprotection)
  • Appetite suppression
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