Melanotan-1
Afamelanotide is a synthetic alpha-MSH analogue and MC1R agonist with human clinical evidence in erythropoietic protoporphyria. Researchers have studied erythropoietic protoporphyria (afamelanotide clinical trials). Supported by established clinical literature for specific studied or recognised contexts; this does not imply every claimed use is established.
Also known as Afamelanotide
Melanotan-1
Compound descriptor: Afamelanotide — melanocortin agonist
- 86
- TANNIN
- Class
- Sexual & Hormonal
01 · THE SCORECARD
How it rates
Our totally-for-fun rating across the metrics beginners actually care about.
- Tanning Effect
- 86 / 100
- Research Depth
- 70 / 100
Overall Grade
SCORE 76/100
02 · HOW IT WORKS
The mechanism
Activates melanocytes
Melanotan-1 stimulates the cells that produce skin pigment.
Melanin builds up
More melanin means a deeper tan with less sun exposure needed.
03 · WHY PEOPLE USE IT
The benefits
Deep, Even Tan
Builds pigment with less UV exposure required.
05 · RELATED RESEARCH
Related compounds
Source-checked entry
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Research-use information
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Educational research reference only. Not medical advice. Laboratory and animal findings do not establish effects in humans. Products supplied by Titan Labs Australia are for laboratory research use only and are not for human or animal consumption.
Last updated 2 Oct 2026