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Is it normal to find new moles on my body?

Absolutely. You’ll continue to form new, harmless moles deep into middle age. The two most common harmless moles look like a brown pencil eraser or a red dot, says Dr John Wolf, a research dermatologist. These are skin cells or blood vessels growing in clusters. But be concerned when the new marks don’t resemble old moles from childhood. If new moles stand out, or if older spots show a change in shape or hue, see a dermatologist ASAP. 30 per cent of melanomas begin as healthy moles, and 90 per cent of moles contain potential cancer-causing mutation traits. Other mole traits that spook guys but shouldn’t: A gradual change in size (not shape), sprouting hair, or a mole that becomes elevated above skin level. If you have a family history of skin cancer, have your skin doctor track your moles.