Afamelanotide (melanotan I) is a synthetic peptide and analogue of α-melanocyte stimulating hormone used to prevent skin damage from the sun in people with erythropoietic protoporphyria. As a regulated treatment drug it is administered as an implant that is placed under the skin; the implant lasts for two months.
It is under development for other dermal indications[vague]in several jurisdictions[vague]. It causes skin to turn darker by causing the skin to make more melanin.
properties:
Density: 1.46g/cm3
Refractive Index: 1.674
Storage Condition: -20ºC