Another noticeable symptom of anemia is pale or sallow skin. It is hemoglobin that provides blood with its red hue, so if you have less in the case of anemia, your skin might lose its normal color and look paler than normal. This paleness can be most noticeable on your face, inner eyelids, or fingernails. If others notice and you notice that your skin looks unusually pale or washed out, particularly in places that are usually normal skin coloured, then it could be a sign that you are anemic and need medical guidance.