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    MT-1 research peptide vial
    Skin & Hair
    99% Pure

    MT-1

    Melanotan-1 (Afamelanotide) — selective MC1R agonist for melanogenesis and photoprotection research.

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    $44.00/ 10mg
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    For research purposes only. Not for human consumption.

    Mechanism of Action

    Melanotan-1 (Afamelanotide) is a linear alpha-MSH analog that activates melanocortin-1 receptors (MC1R) to stimulate melanogenesis in melanocytes.

    How It Works

    1. 1

      Binds selectively to MC1R on melanocytes in the skin

    2. 2

      Activates cAMP signaling cascade leading to MITF transcription factor activation

    3. 3

      Upregulates tyrosinase enzyme activity for melanin production

    4. 4

      Stimulates eumelanin (photoprotective dark pigment) synthesis

    Key Research Benefits

    • MC1R selective activation
    • Melanogenesis research
    • Photoprotection studies
    • More selective than MT-2