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Melanotan II

Research Use Only
peptideInjection

Primes skin to produce more melanin, reducing UV exposure needed to tan. Also suppresses appetite and boosts libido. Some UV still required to trigger darkening.

Key Facts

  • Classification
    Peptide — Darkens skin with less UV exposure. Also affects appetite and libido.
  • Primary Benefits
    Skin & Hair (6/10) · Fat Loss (4/10) · Fertility & Hormones (2/10)
  • Administration
    Injection
  • Typical Dose
    Loading: 250-500 mcg daily for 2 weeks. Maintenance: 250 mcg once or twice a week.
  • Evidence Strength
    Moderate — 20 peer-reviewed studies referenced · Community sentiment 8/10
  • Legal Status
    Research Use Only · not prescribable in US

Quick Facts

From price
$25
Type
peptide
Administration
Injection
Evidence
moderate
Studies referenced
20
Community sentiment
8/10
Stacks with
0 peptides
Regulatory
Research Use Only

Top benefits

✨ Skin & Hair
6/10
🔥 Fat Loss
4/10
🧬 Fertility & Hormones
2/10
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1

Week 1–2

Nausea common on first doses. Facial flushing. Skin darkening begins within days. Appetite suppression. Possible spontaneous erections.

2

Week 3–6

Significant skin tanning without UV exposure. Sustained appetite suppression. Increased libido. Moles and freckles may darken.

3

Week 8+

Maximum tanning effect reached. Transition to maintenance dosing. Long-term mole monitoring important.

Common Side Effects

Nausea (common initially)Facial flushingAppetite suppressionSpontaneous erectionsMole darkeningFatigue
Tolerance: Pigmentation becomes self-sustaining — reduce to maintenance dose
Cycling: Loading phase 2-3 weeks, then maintenance 1-2x per week as needed. Monitor moles regularly.

Dosing

Loading: 250-500 mcg daily for 2 weeks. Maintenance: 250 mcg once or twice a week.

Reconstitution, storage, injection sites & timing

Benefit Profile

✨ Skin & Hair
6/10
🔥 Fat Loss
4/10
🧬 Fertility & Hormones
2/10
Medical oversight strongly recommendedNot safe during pregnancy· 4 contraindications