So I have this mole on my face that I've had since childhood, if not since birth.  Being a slightly neurotic person who of late has been increasingly obsessed with skincare and beauty (and therefore studying her own skin), I got concerned that the color has lightened and is maybe a bit pinker (well, okay, true confessions, then I felt it and convinced myself it felt firmer...).  Since I have a lot of moles (plus the rosacea, melasma and seborrheic keratoses--oh, my), I resolved to see my dermatologist.  I'm due anyway.
I realized that I'd suggested a visit to a dermatologist to others on a number of threads.  We've all been talking about sunscreens, and we know what they're for besides preventing wrinkles--prevention of skin cancer!  So, let's all see a dermatologist!  They'll make sure our skin is free of cancer, and at the same time, help with all our cosmetic skin issues.  If you're over 30, you can ask what your evolving lumps, bumps and discolorations really are.  Often, they can help separate myth from fact when it comes to skincare.  I think everyone should see one.  I'll be the local public service announcement.  http://www.aad.org/findaderm/
And as for my mole, it might just be looking pinker because I used that retinol.