Melanotan I vs. Melanotan II
Head-to-head comparison based on the profiles in the PepCycle library.
| Attribute | Melanotan I | Melanotan II |
|---|---|---|
| Class | Dermatological | Cosmetic Peptides |
| Description | Synthetic analog of alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone (α-MSH) that promotes melanogenesis for photoprotection research. | A synthetic analog of alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone researched for tanning effects and other melanocortin-related properties. |
| Dose in studies | 0.5-1 mg per day during loading | 0.25-0.5 mg per day during loading |
| Frequency | Daily during loading, then maintenance | Daily during loading, then weekly maintenance |
| Half-life | 30 minutes | ~1 hour |
| Cycle length | 4-6 weeks loading, then maintenance | 2-4 weeks loading, then maintenance as needed |
| Research level | 4/5 – Well researched | 2/5 – Limited research |
Melanotan I: full profile · Melanotan II: full profile
Values from research literature – not medical advice.