ScienceAlert July 09, 2026 • 10:02

An Illegal Injectable Tanning Drug Is Trending on TikTok – And It's Giving People Dangerous Moles - ScienceAlert

By Jess Cockerill

Dermatologists in multiple countries are expressing concern about TikTok influencers promoting what is known by some as 'the Barbie drug'.

Dermatologists in multiple countries are expressing concern about TikTok influencers promoting what is known by some as 'the Barbie drug'.
The drug, melanotan II, is banned as a cosmetic product in … [+5778 chars]

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An Illegal Injectable Tanning Drug Is Trending on TikTok – And It's Giving People Dangerous Moles - ScienceAlert

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