Description
MELANOTAN
Melanocortin & Pigmentation Research
Melanotan compounds are synthetic analogues related to melanocortin signaling and have been studied for their ability to stimulate melanogenesis, the biological process responsible for melanin production.
Research into melanocortin receptors has helped scientists understand pigmentation, appetite, sexual-function pathways, and other physiological processes.
Because melanocortin signaling affects multiple biological systems, these compounds have important safety and regulatory considerations and should not be presented simply as cosmetic tanning products.
Research Focus: Melanocortin receptors • Melanin biology • Pigmentation research
Research Status: Investigational compound.
