Melanotan is not a tan. It's an unregulated peptide with real risk. As a dermatologist, here's the reality: It has been linked to new and changing moles including cases of Changes in Oral Mucosa Associated with Melanotan II Injections: A Case Report Dangerous 'Barbie drug' Melanotan II sparks crackdown on social media influencers ABC News Is this injectable tanning drug safe to use? An overview of benefits and risks of chronic melanocortin1 receptor activation Bhm 2025 Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology Wiley Online Library There has been a worrying increase in the number of young people using sunbeds. Some people are also using nasal sprays and injections with melanotan II in to boost their tan. This isn't