They say hard living can really age a person --

And no one offers better proof of this than Lindsay Lohan, who appeared to be pushing 50 at a recent New York Fashion Week event.

Judging by her over-processed wig of a platinum mane, matronly dress, frumpy coat, and haggard expression, Lindsay seems to be aging a lot faster than the average 25-year-old.

Perhaps all of those "Red Bulls" she's drinking have something to do with it ...

... or maybe she's simply aging in LA years. Isn't it true that Hollywood actresses age two years for every one of ours? That would make her, coincidentally --

50!

I think this theory explains everything!

What about you?

I think Lindsay shouldn't be surprised if she gets an AARP application in the mail soon.

But in fairness, the look may be intentional. She may simply be angling for a part in the remake of The Graduate.

She'd make a great Mrs. Robinson.

Jokes aside, Lindsay could easily look a lot more youthful by doing a few things:

1. Lose the hairdo. It's way too ... much. And it's strangely aging.

2. Get some sleep. I don't know about you, but Lindsay always looks tired to me, even on the cover of Playboy magazine.

3. Find a good facialist. All those days spent on the beach seem to be taking their toll on Lindsay's skin -- but it's probably nothing a few good chemical peels can't fix.

4. Wear age-appropriate clothing. Generally, I'm wincing over Lindsay's too-tight ensembles, but I think this dress is just as bad, in the other direction. It literally makes her look like a grandma.

I still miss the emerging talent we all loved from The Parent Trap. Bring her back, Lindsay.

Bring her back.

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