I am 18. My pubic area is really black and is darker than my skin. My vagina is dark and with wrinkled lips. Is this normal?

Dear taksharya:This is a common issue. It can be intrinsic to your skin, or you may have had inflammation from shaving or waxing, other trauma or even just chafing. Topical with potent ingredients that have been proven to lighten skin and redistribute pigment can slowly correct the problem. These ingredients include retinol, glycolic acid, hydroquinone, niacinamide, vitamin C, and kojic acid.  Of all of these, hydroquinone (if you are not pregnant) and glycolic acid are probably the best to start with.All the best,   Dr. Clark