Ferritin face: The viral trend has people examining their faces for signs of deficiency, but can pale skin, dark circles, dull hair and brittle nails really reveal low iron levels?

Look at yourself in the mirror. Your skin seems unusually pale, the shadows beneath your eyes look darker, and your hair appears thinner than it used to.
Representational image Look at yourself in the mirror. Your skin seems unusually pale, the shadows beneath your eyes look darker, and your hair appears thinner than it used to. You may blame poor sleep, stress or the changing weather.
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- Monday, 26 October 2026, 2:00 pm IST
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