Supplements

Melanotan 1 HA (10MG)

• 38/100 science score
• $49.99 price
• Promoted by Ben Greenfield

Overview

This product scores low overall due to its status as an unapproved, unregulated injectable peptide mimicking FDA-approved Scenesse (afamelanotide implant for EPP only), with historical FDA enforcement against cosmetic sales. Effectiveness is moderate (50/100) based on small tanning trials (e.g., JAMA Dermatol 2004: 0.16mg/kg/day SC + UV induced profound tanning in healthy volunteers, sustained >11 weeks) but lacks robust cosmetic RCTs and Examine.com data. Safety (25/100) hampered by AEs (nausea

Key strengths

• Demonstrated tanning/pigmentation in clinical studies with UV synergy
• May increase pain-free sun exposure (EPP-approved)
• Relatively mild side effects in trials vs Melanotan II

Our analysis

Avoid this unregulated Melanotan 1 injectable for tanning; limited evidence doesn't outweigh safety/legal risks. Use FDA-approved Scenesse implant only for prescribed EPP treatment. Safer alternatives: topical self-tanners.

Frequently asked questions

Is Melanotan 1 HA (10MG) worth buying?

Melanotan 1 HA (10MG) has a Verify Influencers trust score of 38/100 based on ingredient quality, clinical evidence, and third-party testing.

What is the trust score for Melanotan 1 HA (10MG)?

Melanotan 1 HA (10MG) scored 38 out of 100 in our science-backed analysis, which evaluates ingredient dosages against clinical literature and manufacturing transparency.

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