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Using Melanotan to Prevent Polymorphous Light Eruption aka SUN POISONING

Melanotan 2 Made me Tan, but is this peptide safe?

Over the past month, my skin has made more melanin, and now I look tan for the first time in my life.

Just because I chose to use Melanotan 2, known as MT2, doesn’t mean you should because there are concerns with this peptide.

My goal is to share how it worked, why I chose to use it, how Melanotan 2 compares to Melanotan 1, and whether I would use it again.

WHY DID I USE MELANOTAN 2?

I’ve lived my life in either California or Hawaii and as a very fair person, my sun exposure is off the charts. This year, I decided to use Melanotan 2 as I prepped for another summer of exposure.

Three years ago, I began to notice a weird skin rash that would emerge at the beginning of each summer season. Last year, this rash blew up when I was in Bora Bora, and I realized something was wrong.

I went to my dermatologist and found out at 41 that I had developed an allergy to the sun. It is called Polymorphous light eruption; basically, my skin blisters and becomes extremely painful when exposed to UV light.

I took prednisone two times last summer when I was in Hawaii and Mexico to prevent this rash from forming. Prednisone worked by preventing the outbreak. However, I wanted to see if using Melanotan 2 could build up enough melanin to protect my skin and avoid the rash.

HISTORY AND CONCERNS

There are two injectable peptides that will increase your melanin production.

Melanotan 1 and Melanotan 2.

Scientists discovered that a peptide triggers the production of melanin in the skin. This breakthrough led to the creation of Melanotan 1, a synthetic analog of the naturally occurring a-Melanocyte-Stimulating-Hormone (a-MSH).

Melanotan 1 (MT1), also known as afamelotide, was first synthesized in the 1980s. This drug is currently available for prescription in the US for UV-related skin conditions such as Polymorphous light eruption.

Melanotan 2 (MT2) was synthesized in the 1990s as a stronger melinin stimulator that also reduced cravings and improved sex drive.

This is the reason MT2 is referred to as the “Barbie Drug” because it can make you tan, skinny, and sexually driven. 

Unfortunately, some have reported side effects with MT2, such as nausea, spontaneous erections, and a concern that MT2 could cause melanoma. 

SKINS ANATOMY
The Importance of Melanin in Protecting the Skin

Our skin has many layers, and melanocytes that create pigment are found at the bottom of our epidermis layer. Melanocytes make the pigment known as melanin and disperse it to cells that need UV protection. 

The melanin coats the nucleus, protecting DNA that could become damaged by UV rays.

Did you know that not every skin cell needs melanin protection? As our cells move toward the surface, they lose their nucleus and become a keratin-rich barrier. 

SOURCE

Another thing I learned is that no matter our skin color, we all have the same number of melanocytes; the difference is that our bodies choose how much melanin to produce.

There are two types of melanin in mammals: the brownish black eumelanin and the reddish yellow pheomelanin.

People who are fair and tend to burn don’t produce as much eumelanin as those who tan. The eumelanin pigment is better at shielding our skin from UV damage.

Melanotan peptide mimics the activity of α-melanocyte stimulating hormone by binding to the melanocortin-1 receptor [MC1R] on melanocytes and activating the synthesis of eumelanin.

Eumelanin provides better photoprotection by absorbing and dispersing visible and UV light.

MT1 V MT2

This is how MT1 and MT2 compare.

MT1 Is FDA approved for treating solar skin allergies.

MT1 will boost your body’s ability to make more eumelanin for natural skin protection.

MT1 has potential anxiety benefits.

MT2 is not FDA-approved in the US.

MT2 acts on multiple sensors, causing more melanin production.

MT2 has other benefits and potential side effects. It can decrease appetite and can help erectile dysfunction.

MT2 has the potential to induce nausea, although I personally never noticed this downside.

The most concerning aspect of MT2 is its possible connection to Melanoma. This is not confirmed, but it is something to be aware of as these peptides are not fully understood.

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MELANOTAN 1 & 2 DOSES

The appropriate dose of Melanotan will depend on several factors:

-individual’s body weight

-skin type

-desired tan

However, there are some general guidelines that can be followed.

MT1: 

The typical starting dose for MT1 is around 1mg.

After the initial dose, the dosage can be increased gradually over several days until the desired level of pigmentation is achieved. The maintenance dose of MT1 is usually around 0.5-1mg per week.

MT2:

The typical starting dose for MT2 is 0.25mg to 0.5mg, injected once per day. 

After a few days, the dose can be increased to around 0.5mg to 1mg per day. Some people may require higher doses, but starting low and gradually increasing the dose is recommended to avoid adverse effects. The maintenance dose of MT2 is usually around 0.5mg per week.

I decided to start with Melanotan 2 because it could trigger more melanin, and the appetite suppression of MT2 seemed like a value add.

On April 22, 2024, inside my Skin and Wellness App, I shared putting the MT2 together. If you are in the app, I just posted the two doses I gave myself over this month. I gave myself a total of 15 injections to use up the 10mg vial.

I would inject the MT2, and then I would go outside and lay naked in the sun midday, 20 minutes on my front and then 20 minutes on my back.

During my lower dose phase, I didn’t see much color developing, but I also noticed I wasn’t developing the skin rash, and this was a huge benefit.

On my 11th injection, I doubled my dosage, and this was when I noticed the color really darken.

I decided to increase my UV exposure on one of my double-dose days. 

First, I used a RED LED bed to increase circulation, and then I went into a standard tanning bed for 7 minutes to heighten the melanin. 

This greatly impacted color development, but it was too much for my skin, and I noticed the rash begin.

I took a day off, and the rash actually subsided, which was not my previous experience, so this was a big improvement.

I’m happy with the color I’ve achieved. It doesn’t look too orange, and as I cycle this next month with MT1, I’m hopeful I’ll maintain this color throughout the summer.

Basically, you have a loading dose with either MT1 or MT2, and once you achieve your desired level of tan, you switch to once-per-week injections to maintain it. 

This is what I plan to do with MT1; I will use it as my maintenance dose over the next two months.

DID I HAVE SIDE EFFECTS

I did notice moles darkening but it seemed relative to my overall skin tone darkening. I have not seen any moles grow larger in size.

Many people inject MT2 at night to avoid feeling nauseous, but I would inject it right before going into the sun because I never experienced any nausea.

I would drench my face and hands in sunscreen before going outside to prevent the darkening of sun spots, and as you can see, my hands did not pick up as much color.

MELASMA

Remember, this peptide increases melanin production. So wherever you have color, your skin will darken, and if you’ve spent money lightening your skin, this is something to keep in mind.

MOMMY MAKEOVER SCARS

There’s also a concern about scars darkening from melanotan but my scar stayed thin and white. This is because only scars that have melanin would darken; if you have a white scar, then it lacks melanin and should not darken.

So far, I am happy with my results with Melanotan 2. 

I’m very excited to see if the added melanin will keep my sun allergy from exploding this summer, and of course, I’ll keep you up to date in future videos.

Our Mouth Corners!!!

Here is a great example of a turned-down mouth from last night’s presidential debate…

I’m fair, and Trump’s mouth could benefit from tox; here’s why…

In yesterday’s video inside the Natural Kaos APP

I explained…

Placing tox in the depressor anguli oris muscle reduces the muscle’s pull on your mouth’s corners down your neck.

If your mouth resembles Trump’s and you hate this look, you are capable of correcting this aspect easily at home.

The YouTube video added this week explains where I place my tox.

Inside my app, I have the injection portion with more insight on why…

Comment “TOX” for this video, the App, and the Blog to be sent to you.

🎥 https://urlgeni.us/youtube/Innotox

📱https://urlgeni.us/AppInstall

📝 https://urlgeni.us/TRANSFORMYOUROZEMPICFA

#Botox #SmileLift #BotoxSmile#MouthCorners #FacialAesthetics #CosmeticInjectables #AestheticMedicine #BotoxBeforeAndAfter
#BotoxResults #AntiAgingTreatment

Our Mouth Corners!!!

Here is a great example of a turned-down mouth from last night’s presidential debate…

I’m fair, and Trump’s mouth could benefit from tox; here’s why…

In yesterday’s video inside the Natural Kaos APP

I explained…

Placing tox in the depressor anguli oris muscle reduces the muscle’s pull on your mouth’s corners down your neck.

If your mouth resembles Trump’s and you hate this look, you are capable of correcting this aspect easily at home.

The YouTube video added this week explains where I place my tox.

Inside my app, I have the injection portion with more insight on why…

Comment “TOX” for this video, the App, and the Blog to be sent to you.

🎥 https://urlgeni.us/youtube/Innotox

📱https://urlgeni.us/AppInstall

📝 https://urlgeni.us/TRANSFORMYOUROZEMPICFA

#Botox #SmileLift #BotoxSmile#MouthCorners #FacialAesthetics #CosmeticInjectables #AestheticMedicine #BotoxBeforeAndAfter
#BotoxResults #AntiAgingTreatment

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Those pesky EYEBROWS!!!

Spock’d Eyebrows will always give way that you have toxin in the center of your forehead…relaxing the frontalis aka center of your forehead…is effective at reducing the horizontal lines we develop as we age.

However, if tox isn’t placed laterally, the other muscles in our face will continue to pull up…causing a Spock’d Eyebrow look that most people don’t want.

I learned this causation in 2019 when I was traveling Europe alone with my four boys…tip…don’t tox your face right before a trip. Make sure to give yourself a week following so you can do any needed touch ups.

I’m four days post placing the 90 units of Innotox. I saved 10 units for any needed touch ups. I can already tell I’ll add a few more units to my brow area to prevent the side eyebrow wrinkle I tend to develop.

Again this video was not an attempt to pick on the President…but as I watched the debate last night I thought it was a perfect example of what I attempted to explain on YouTube yesterday.

Comment “TOX” for this video, the App, and the Blog to be sent to you.

🎥 https://urlgeni.us/youtube/Innotox

📱https://urlgeni.us/AppInstall

📝 https://urlgeni.us/TRANSFORMYOUROZEMPICFA

#SpockEyebrows #VulcanEyebrows #Botox #EyebrowLift #SpockBrows #EyebrowFix #CosmeticEnhancement #BeautyTips #BotoxBrows #AestheticTreatment #BeautyTransformation #BotoxResults

Those pesky EYEBROWS!!!

Spock’d Eyebrows will always give way that you have toxin in the center of your forehead…relaxing the frontalis aka center of your forehead…is effective at reducing the horizontal lines we develop as we age.

However, if tox isn’t placed laterally, the other muscles in our face will continue to pull up…causing a Spock’d Eyebrow look that most people don’t want.

I learned this causation in 2019 when I was traveling Europe alone with my four boys…tip…don’t tox your face right before a trip. Make sure to give yourself a week following so you can do any needed touch ups.

I’m four days post placing the 90 units of Innotox. I saved 10 units for any needed touch ups. I can already tell I’ll add a few more units to my brow area to prevent the side eyebrow wrinkle I tend to develop.

Again this video was not an attempt to pick on the President…but as I watched the debate last night I thought it was a perfect example of what I attempted to explain on YouTube yesterday.

Comment “TOX” for this video, the App, and the Blog to be sent to you.

🎥 https://urlgeni.us/youtube/Innotox

📱https://urlgeni.us/AppInstall

📝 https://urlgeni.us/TRANSFORMYOUROZEMPICFA

#SpockEyebrows #VulcanEyebrows #Botox #EyebrowLift #SpockBrows #EyebrowFix #CosmeticEnhancement #BeautyTips #BotoxBrows #AestheticTreatment #BeautyTransformation #BotoxResults

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It’s quite simple…I see this question everyday and I tell you where to go everyday 😂 I really need to work on my CTA’s 😅

If you are confused where I source items and where I share in depth Join My APP, go to my website, and make sure you watch my weekly YouTube videos.
I want to share content and uplift others who are capable.

What I and others do in the APP is not for everyone.

If you can’t navigate to an App or to a website then I promise you, you won’t be capable of doing what we share.

This is not to be rude…I’m being real!

The last thing I want is someone  hurting themselves. 

If you truly want to find out about these procedures and where to source… then put in a few minute of effort rather than messaging me…I don’t have the bandwidth to get back to you.

Please access the tools I’ve created and provide you.

LAST…I get messages from people telling me they can’t afford the membership fee of $15/month. 

Again, my APP is not for everyone and it’s a paid for service. 

You can always go to my website for FREE info.

Further, if you can’t afford $15/mo you cannot afford to do your own TOX even at $1/unit because vials come in 50 and 100 unit increments. Plus you need more tox than a single unit.

I know I might sound callous but I find it highly offensive when strangers beg me for FREE STUFF. It’s gross and I will immediately block you because you are a scammer… I’ve been on IG for over 10 years, and you are the same person who would message me for FREE baby clothes.

If you are a competent responsible person then you are in the right place and i wholeheartedly welcome you. If you have a victim mentality and expect people to do everything for you, then I’m not your person…and that’s ok too:)

It’s quite simple…I see this question everyday and I tell you where to go everyday 😂 I really need to work on my CTA’s 😅

If you are confused where I source items and where I share in depth Join My APP, go to my website, and make sure you watch my weekly YouTube videos.
I want to share content and uplift others who are capable.

What I and others do in the APP is not for everyone.

If you can’t navigate to an App or to a website then I promise you, you won’t be capable of doing what we share.

This is not to be rude…I’m being real!

The last thing I want is someone hurting themselves.

If you truly want to find out about these procedures and where to source… then put in a few minute of effort rather than messaging me…I don’t have the bandwidth to get back to you.

Please access the tools I’ve created and provide you.

LAST…I get messages from people telling me they can’t afford the membership fee of $15/month.

Again, my APP is not for everyone and it’s a paid for service.

You can always go to my website for FREE info.

Further, if you can’t afford $15/mo you cannot afford to do your own TOX even at $1/unit because vials come in 50 and 100 unit increments. Plus you need more tox than a single unit.

I know I might sound callous but I find it highly offensive when strangers beg me for FREE STUFF. It’s gross and I will immediately block you because you are a scammer… I’ve been on IG for over 10 years, and you are the same person who would message me for FREE baby clothes.

If you are a competent responsible person then you are in the right place and i wholeheartedly welcome you. If you have a victim mentality and expect people to do everything for you, then I’m not your person…and that’s ok too:)

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Comment “TOX” for tonight’s video link dropped into your DM inbox.
This video will go into detail on how I’m placing 90 units of Innotox.
It will also share mixing up Mayster PLLA and how I numb for mesotherapy.

The injection portion will be inside the App.

APP FRIENDS…I just got the Innotox portion loaded into the App and the Mayster PLLA portion is uploading now.

The FREE printable’s are found on NaturalKaos.com along with the associated BLOG that has links to products and photos.

FACEBOOK 

🎥 LINK: https://urlgeni.us/youtube/Innotox
📝 LINK: https://urlgeni.us/TRANSFORMYOUROZEMPICFA

Comment “TOX” for tonight’s video link dropped into your DM inbox.
This video will go into detail on how I’m placing 90 units of Innotox.
It will also share mixing up Mayster PLLA and how I numb for mesotherapy.

The injection portion will be inside the App.

APP FRIENDS…I just got the Innotox portion loaded into the App and the Mayster PLLA portion is uploading now.

The FREE printable’s are found on NaturalKaos.com along with the associated BLOG that has links to products and photos.

FACEBOOK

🎥 LINK: https://urlgeni.us/youtube/Innotox
📝 LINK: https://urlgeni.us/TRANSFORMYOUROZEMPICFA

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This weeks YouTube video on the channel @spa.and.tell will cover how I used Innotox and Mayster PLLA.

The injection portion will be reserved for the app.

After years of tyrannical censorship this is how I have to share. I’m not a gate keeper, quite the opposite.

I never realized that picking products for myself, using them and sharing what was working was something to curtail.

Following the loss of my multi million dollar YouTube channel Natural Kaos this is the wonky way I can share.
Thank you for your understanding. Believe me, no one wants to be as open as I do but tech middle managers in Silicon Valley are the faceless arbitrators of what is appropriate.

They love to push nudity while censoring real information that serves you. I hope one day this changes, but until then you can find everything you are looking for inside the Natural Kaos App. 

Find it on Apple and Android.

This weeks YouTube video on the channel @spa.and.tell will cover how I used Innotox and Mayster PLLA.

The injection portion will be reserved for the app.

After years of tyrannical censorship this is how I have to share. I’m not a gate keeper, quite the opposite.

I never realized that picking products for myself, using them and sharing what was working was something to curtail.

Following the loss of my multi million dollar YouTube channel Natural Kaos this is the wonky way I can share.
Thank you for your understanding. Believe me, no one wants to be as open as I do but tech middle managers in Silicon Valley are the faceless arbitrators of what is appropriate.

They love to push nudity while censoring real information that serves you. I hope one day this changes, but until then you can find everything you are looking for inside the Natural Kaos App.

Find it on Apple and Android.

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MEAT SKILLET…

 I’ve been consistently eating this meat concoction for the past 6 months…

Obviously there is nothing special about this dish. 
It’s simply:
-Bacon
-Onion
-Ground Beef
-Truffle Salt

I’ve used different spices at times, to make it more Mexican inspired with Cumin or more Italian inspired with oregano and parsley.

I make this often because I always have the ingredients and it’s quick. Plus this mixture is super satisfying because there is a good amount of fat.

I made it for our dinner and then packed it up for two future lunches.

I keep my food this simple at home. I don’t weigh or measure, although I completely understand why people do. 

This year I’ve really tried to be more food intentional and mindful with how I feel during and after a meal. I have enough to stress and I wanted a healthier mindset on food.

For me, counting macros or calories is not sustainable I always burn out. 
Instead, I make meat and eat as much as I want. 

Fat keeps me full and my blood sugar stable; preventing an after meal crash…which would happen if I had a sandwich, pasta, or really anything that is high carb.

If you fall asleep after lunch, or feel sluggish in the afternoons maybe try eating meat, I know it seems crazy but I always feel better on meat.

MEAT SKILLET…

I’ve been consistently eating this meat concoction for the past 6 months…

Obviously there is nothing special about this dish.
It’s simply:
-Bacon
-Onion
-Ground Beef
-Truffle Salt

I’ve used different spices at times, to make it more Mexican inspired with Cumin or more Italian inspired with oregano and parsley.

I make this often because I always have the ingredients and it’s quick. Plus this mixture is super satisfying because there is a good amount of fat.

I made it for our dinner and then packed it up for two future lunches.

I keep my food this simple at home. I don’t weigh or measure, although I completely understand why people do.

This year I’ve really tried to be more food intentional and mindful with how I feel during and after a meal. I have enough to stress and I wanted a healthier mindset on food.

For me, counting macros or calories is not sustainable I always burn out.
Instead, I make meat and eat as much as I want.

Fat keeps me full and my blood sugar stable; preventing an after meal crash…which would happen if I had a sandwich, pasta, or really anything that is high carb.

If you fall asleep after lunch, or feel sluggish in the afternoons maybe try eating meat, I know it seems crazy but I always feel better on meat.

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Don’t BUY this Bikini if you are a…

professional or mediocre diver:)
As soon as I entered the water these bottoms were gone 😂

I think this suit is really cute. I love the color with a tan. 

However, things to keep in mind…

FIT: is a bit skimpy especially in the back. 

SIZE: it runs small…I’m wearing the S/M (they only have two sizes, S/M or L/XL).

FABRIC: it’s thick because it’s smocked, this creates drag and fiction on the suit, hence why I lost bottoms when diving in. Once wet, it feels heavy due to the smocking that adds bulk. The drape of this fabric can give you camel toe as it bulks up in that area too 😂🙈 The smocking adds a softness to the suit, almost like plush carpet:)

VERDICT: obviously this suit has some drawbacks…I still enjoy how it fits for laying out however, this is not your active suit. I would not attempt any water activities in this suit besides hot tubbing.

If you are still interested in this suit after I’ve explained its issues comment “BIKINI” and if you are on Facebook the link is below 👇🏻 there are 5 colors.

👙 https://urlgeni.us/amzn/BikiniSetInPink

Don’t BUY this Bikini if you are a…

professional or mediocre diver:)
As soon as I entered the water these bottoms were gone 😂

I think this suit is really cute. I love the color with a tan.

However, things to keep in mind…

FIT: is a bit skimpy especially in the back.

SIZE: it runs small…I’m wearing the S/M (they only have two sizes, S/M or L/XL).

FABRIC: it’s thick because it’s smocked, this creates drag and fiction on the suit, hence why I lost bottoms when diving in. Once wet, it feels heavy due to the smocking that adds bulk. The drape of this fabric can give you camel toe as it bulks up in that area too 😂🙈 The smocking adds a softness to the suit, almost like plush carpet:)

VERDICT: obviously this suit has some drawbacks…I still enjoy how it fits for laying out however, this is not your active suit. I would not attempt any water activities in this suit besides hot tubbing.

If you are still interested in this suit after I’ve explained its issues comment “BIKINI” and if you are on Facebook the link is below 👇🏻 there are 5 colors.

👙 https://urlgeni.us/amzn/BikiniSetInPink

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