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Melanotan-2 Tanning Results: Comparison by Protocol Type
Aggressive Loading (500mcg daily) 7–10 days 2x weekly 20–30 min daily UVB Deep bronze (Fitzpatrick +2 levels) 4–6 weeks with taper Fastest results but highest side effect rate. Nausea, flushing common in first week Standard Loading (250mcg daily) 10–14 days 1–
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- Aggressive Loading (500mcg daily)
- 7–10 days
- 2x weekly
- 20–30 min daily UVB
- Deep bronze (Fitzpatrick +2 levels)
- 4–6 weeks with taper
- Fastest results but highest side effect rate. Nausea, flushing common in first week
- Standard Loading (250mcg daily)
- 10–14 days
- 1–2x weekly
- 15–20 min 3x weekly
- Moderate tan (Fitzpatrick +1.5 levels)
- 6–8 weeks with taper
- Balanced approach. Predictable colour development with manageable side effects
- Low-Dose Extended (250mcg 3x weekly)
- 3–4 weeks
- 1x weekly
- 15 min 2x weekly
- Subtle deepening (Fitzpatrick +1 level)
- 8–10 weeks with taper
- Slowest onset but longest retention. Ideal for maintenance after initial protocol
- No-UV Protocol (any dose)
- 14–21 days
- None
- Patchy, uneven lightening
- 2–3 weeks
- Not recommended. Melanin stays pale without UV oxidation, results disappointing