Dull skin

Lower levels of thyroid hormones lead to a decline in new cell formation while low estrogen levels decrease cell turnover rate, says Dr. Gottfried. This leads to a buildup of old cells on skin that makes the face look sallow and skin feel rough. To rejuvenate fast, Dr. Lolis suggests a lemon and sugar face scrub. Lemon’s citric acid and vitamin C are natural brighteners that give yellowing skin a more radiant glow, and sugar’s granules and glycolic acid gently slough off dead skin cells without irritating thin, sensitive skin.

Combine 2 Tbs. of sugar, 1 Tbs. of lemon juice and 1 Tbs. of olive oil (its fatty acids moisturize). Massage the mix onto damp skin using circular motions (to increase circulation for an even an rosier glow) for 1 minute, then rinse. Use twice a week for results in two weeks.