Melanotan

Melanotan Melanotan is a man-made (synthetic) version of a natural body hormone called a-melanocyte-stimulating hormone (a-MSH). Scientists made this to study how it affects melanin, the pigment that affects melanin production, skin pigmentation research models. There are two kinds of Melanotan: Melanotan I and Melanotan II. Both belong to the melanocortin peptide family. Researchers often use them to study UV light effects and melanin or skin color changes in lab tests. The Mechanism of Melanotan In laboratory research, Melanotan may attach to melanocortin receptors (MC1R, MC3R, MC4R) found in some body cells. When these receptors are active, they may signal the body to make more melanin, based on lab test results. Scientists also check Melanotan II for its possible role in other body systems, like metabolism and hormones, since it also affects melanocortin signals. Melanotan & Melanotan II Chemical Information Property Melanotan I (Afamelanotide) Melanotan II Chemical Name Ac-[Nle4, D-Phe7]-a-MSH (1-13) amide Ac-Nle-cyclo[Asp-His-D-Phe-Arg-Trp-Lys]-NH2 Type Linear peptide (α-MSH analogue) Cyclic heptapeptide (a-MSH analogue) Molecular Formula C78H111N21O19 C50H69N15O9 Molecular Weight ~1646.9 g/mol ~1024.18 g/mol Peptide Sequence Ser-Tyr-Ser-Nle-Glu-His-D-Phe-Arg-Trp-Gly-Lys-Pro-Val Ac-Nle-Asp-His-D-Phe-Arg-Trp-Lys Possible Research Areas Based on published scientific studies, Melanotan may be used for: Skin Pigmentation Studies– Scientists test how Melanotan helps increase melanin in cells or samples. UV Light Research–Some studies show it may help lessen UV damage in test models. Energy and Metabolism Studies–In animal tests, Melanotan II showed possible effects on energy use and metabolism through melanocortin signals. FAQs What is Melanotan used for in research? It is studied for skin color, melanin production, and UV exposure effects in lab tests. What makes Melanotan I and Melanotan II different? Melanotan I mainly affects melanin production, while Melanotan II may also affect energy balance and metabolism in lab models. Where can researchers buy Melanotan? You can find Melanotan I and II at PureRawz. You can ask for a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to check the lab quality anytime. Disclaimer This information is for research use only. The product is not for human or animal use. It should be handled only by trained researchers. PureRawz provides lab-tested materials with Certificates of Analysis for transparency. Email anytime: support@purerawz.co