🎯 At a Glance
🔬 How It Actually Works
A naturally occurring hormone that regulates the sleep-wake cycle. Applied topically, it does not make you sleepy; instead, it acts as a profound, lipophilic antioxidant that stimulates the skin's own antioxidant enzymes (like SOD) during the night.
💖 Why your skin loves it
Repairs severe UV damage, neutralizes free radicals, and supports overnight cellular repair.
💡 Pro Tip
The ultimate active for nighttime recovery creams.
⚖️ Myth vs. Fact
The Myth
It puts you to sleep.
The Science
Topical melatonin does not penetrate the bloodstream in quantities large enough to affect your systemic sleep cycle.