Dangerous' tanning products promoted by influencers We are alerting the public of the serious health risks posed by the unauthorised substance Melanotan 2, often described as a self tanning aid. We strongly advise members of the public not to Don't risk your health for a summer glow! Tanning nasal sprays are creeping onto the UK market, particularly on online and lack of regulation means they are a significant risk to your No, you don't need the 'Barbie drug' to tan, whatever TikTok says. Here's why melanotan II is so risky