Melanin is the key pigment responsible for skin protection and tanning. It is synthesized by melanocytes located in the basal layer of the epidermis when stimulated by UV radiation. Once produced, melanin is transferred to surrounding keratinocytes, where it forms a protective barrier against oxidative stress and DNA damage. This process, known as melanogenesis, is the skin’s natural defense mechanism and the foundation of the tanning response. 

Melaline® TOP enhances this biological pathway by increasing the skin’s immediate melanin content and accelerating long-term melanogenesis. By delivering active melanin peptides through a patented keratin complex, it strengthens the skin’s protective shield faster and more effectively, even before UV exposure begins.