SKIN/TAN
Melanotan-1 (MT-1) — α-MSH analog
Also known as: Afamelanotide, Scenesse
Melanotan-1 (afamelanotide, Scenesse) is a synthetic α-MSH analog developed at the University of Arizona. EU-approved for erythropoietic protoporphyria; widely used in research for natural-looking tanning with reduced UV exposure.
99%+ purity · Janoshik HPLC verified
Prices
Melanotan-1 (MT-1) · 10mg
1 vial25€
5-pack100€
Mechanism
Selectively activates MC1R in skin, driving eumelanin synthesis and providing partial UV protection.
Protocol
Loading 0.5 mg/day SC for 7–14 days; maintenance 0.5–1 mg twice weekly. Paired with short UV exposure.
Frequently asked questions
Buy in EU?
Yes — research-grade only, EU shipping.
Research use only. Not for human consumption.