The skin often reflects what's happening internally. Red spots beneath the skin, or patches that become unusually dry and start to flake, can signal a deficiency in vitamin C, iron, or protein. These are among the more visible signs that the body isn't getting what it needs, and they're worth paying attention to rather than dismissing as a cosmetic issue.

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