What is Melanotan-2 (MT-2)?

What It Is

Melanotan-2 (MT-2) is a synthetic cyclic analog of alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone. More potent than Melanotan-1, this compound stimulates rapid melanin production and is studied for both pigmentation effects and melanocortin receptor interactions.

How It Works

MT-2 binds to multiple melanocortin receptors (MC1R, MC3R, MC4R), triggering broader signalling effects than MT-1. It potently stimulates eumelanin production in melanocytes while also affecting other melanocortin-regulated functions including appetite and sexual behaviour through central melanocortin signalling.

Key Benefits & Use Cases

• Rapid melanin production and pigmentation
• Potent melanocortin receptor activation
• Research into melanocyte biology and signalling
• Investigation of melanocortin pathway functions

General Dosage Information

Research protocols typically use 125-250mcg per injection, administered 1-3 times weekly due to higher potency compared to MT-1. Effects emerge within 1-2 weeks. Always start at lower doses.