Facial redness can be caused by many different factors. Individuals that have a regular pinkness or flush to their face may have sensitive skin, or skin that has been sensitized by certain products. Certain medications may also make the skin appear flushed. Windburned skin, those with broken blood vessels in the face, or irritation to the skin can also result in facial redness.

Rosacea is also a common cause of facial redness. Individuals with this condition experience redness, visible blood vessels on the face, and small, red, pus-filled bumps. These symptoms may flare up for some time and then go away for a while. Rosacea is most common in middle-aged women with light skin, though it can affect anyone. While the exact cause of rosacea is unknown, it could possibly be caused by a combination of environmental and hereditary factors. Certain foods, temperatures, and drugs may also trigger rosacea flare-ups.